Senior Manager / Manager (Media And Strategic Communications)
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Overview
Job Description
[What the role is]
As Senior Manager / Manager (Media and Strategic Communications), you will play a key role in establishing CDA as the authoritative voice on communicable diseases.
Working under the Deputy Director, you will contribute to shaping how Singapore communicates and educates the public on communicable diseases prevention and management.
You will be working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment that will require you to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities concurrently.
[What you will be working on]
Job responsibilities:
Support the development and implementation of comprehensive media strategies that align with CDA's public health priorities and organisational objectives.
Manage media requests, from routine media requests and queries to outbreak communications, and planned announcements.
Regularly pitch stories to the media to showcase CDA's expertise and capabilities.
Ensure accurate, timely public information during outbreak situations.
Conduct media monitoring and analysis of coverage of CDA and infectious disease topics.
Establish and sustain relationship with journalists and editors across newsrooms.
Expand the pool of trained CDA spokespersons, and build a network of infectious disease experts and third-party advocates to effectively communicate with specific audiences.
[What we are looking for]
Job Requirements:
Minimum 3 years of experience in corporate communications, media relations, or public relations within the government sector, healthcare institution or a medium to large organisation.
Strong team player with ability to work collaboratively while taking initiative on assigned projects.
Excellent communication, writing and editing skills, with ability to write for diverse audiences and adapt messaging appropriately.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail in fast-paced environments.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under tight deadlines.
Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
As part of the shortlisting process for this role, candidates may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.
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