Communications officers will write and distribute content to promote Nama Ventures brand and activities. The employee will act as a liaison between the organization, the public, and the media to ensure that the brand remains top of mind.
The communications officer will support our internal and external communications strategy, write and disseminate publicity material, respond to inquiries from the public and media, and coordinate promotional events.
To succeed as a junior communications/marketing officer, the candidate should be able to think creatively, and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A bachelor's degree with experience as a communications officer or equivalent experience in a similar role is strongly desired.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate with management to develop and implement an effective communications strategy based on our target audience.
Write, edit, and distribute content, including publications, press releases, website content, annual reports, speeches, and other marketing material that communicates the organization's activities, products, and/or services.
Respond to media inquiries, arrange interviews, and act as a spokesperson for the organization.
Establish and maintain effective relationships with journalists, and maintain a media database.
Seek opportunities to enhance the reputation of the brand, and coordinate publicity events as required.
Maintain records of media coverage and collate analytics and metrics.
Basic knowledge of marketing and design is a plus
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or other related fields.
Min 2 years experience and maximum of 5 years
The candidate ideally should be based in Riyadh KSA
Knowledge of graphic design software such as Adobe Apps (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) and Canva is a plus.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills both in Arabic and English.
Good time management and organizational skills.
Proficient in Google docs, Sheets, Slides, content management systems, and social media platforms.
The Firm is in the Venture Capital space, so the ideal candidate is familiar with the entrepreneurial ecosystem in MENA
The candidate should be willing to participate in events and conferences relevant to the Venture Capital industry