Port Harcourt
Electricity Distribution Company (PHED), a leading multi-million dollar Company in the
Electrical Power and Construction Sectors and has a highly skilled and
motivated workforce of over 300 employees, who are committed to the client’s
quest to be the No. 1 and preferred African owned electricity solutions
provider in Africa.
The company is positioned for timely and e
fficient delivery of turnkey
electricity projects to its esteemed customers. This is a rare opportunity to
work for a sector leader and lead a “best-in-class” team of
engineers, be an integral part of the company, and make a difference with the
businesses and communities it serves.
We are committed to growing profitably and sustainably while providing its
customers with an efficient and reliable supply of power. To achieve this, we
need passionate, motivated and smart professionals, who share our values and
our vision; to fill the position below:
Summary /Objective:
- Provide
leadership in the achievement of PHED objectives through the provision of
a comprehensive strategic communications function. - Develop
a strategic and integrated communication (internal and external) function
for PHED with supporting policies and frameworks. - Foster
and maintain strong professional working relationships with key
stakeholders to understand and meet their communication requirements and
manage their expectations.
Relationships:
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Supervises: All corporate
communication staff
Works with: : All staff
External
relationships: Customers,
Stakeholders, Journalists
Job
Duties/Responsibilities or Accountability:
- Leads
team members of the Corporate Communications department to execute all
communication, objectives and business activities of the company in collaboration
with all departments. - Develops
and implements strategic plans for the Corporate Communications department
to facilitate the achievement of the companys vision - Building
and sustaining good relationships between the Company and its customers.
This is achieved through planned publicity campaigns and public relations
activities. - Organize
and implement internal and external communications initiatives that
enhance corporate image and reputation, - Builds
and maintains strong relationships with internal and external key
stakeholders in order to ensure proper dissemination of the communication
and customer services of the company - Proactively
cultivates relationships with internal and external stakeholders
organisation that will promote the business and reputation of the company - Internally
ensure that employees are aware of changes and projects within the company
by distributing executive messages, preparing presentations and internal
memos, conduct meetings to share information.
Competencies/
Skills:
(Excel, Proficient,
Competent, Gap)
Strategic Orientation – Is a visionary
and a long-term planner. Implements strategic objectives for the
organization by anticipating future consequences and
trends ,Conducts review of the business mission and gathers information from
relevant sources to support development of, or modifications to the strategic
plan-Level 3
Leadership – Notices and
shows appreciation when expected results and behaviours are realized ,Involves
team members in defining ways to achieve desired results and defining
expectations about how team members will work together ;Uses a range of
leadership styles appropriate to different people and situations –Level 3
Financial
Management – Follows
designated procurement system and process to deliver projects/initiatives
within time and budgetary constraints, Ensures financial commitments and
deadlines are met by facilitating and assessing processes, situations, and
issues and takes corrective action, as needed; Considers implications of
financial decisions and suggests methods for meeting needs of staff and the
organization overall – Level 3
Human
Resource Management – Develops
and manages rewards system to recognize the impact of employee contributions to
the organization; Demonstrates a nose for talent by making personnel decisions
based upon promotion criteria, position requirements, and performance,
Demonstrates a nose for talent by making personnel decisions based upon
promotion criteria, position requirements, and performance
Technology
Management – Improves
ability of company to for service delivery and gather and act on data from
stakeholders by using internet, networking and related IT tools ;Improves
company productivity by expanding the use of existing IT applications for use
by customers and staff -Level 3
Process,
Project & Risk Management – Continuously
improves processes using appropriate methodologies such as Six Sigma and uses
them appropriately; Completes projects on time, within budget and to scope,
Identifies risks that could adversely affect project execution, e.g.
contractual obligations, safety requirements or customer satisfaction-Level 3
Technical
Skills:
(Excel, Proficient,
Competent, Gap)
- Safety
Awareness – Level 3 - Industry
Principles and Concepts – Level 3 - Environmental
Laws & Regulations – Level 3 - Quality
Control/Continuous improvement – Level – 3 - Trouble
shooting – Level 3 - Possesses
strong organizational skills - Ability
to handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines, and within established
budgets. - Excellent
written and spoken communication skills including proofreading, grammar,
and spelling. Able to write clearly and informatively, and vary writing
style for the audience. - Strong
influencing, written and verbal communications skills - Excellent
negotiation skills - Good
team player - Ability
to manage multiple tasks concurrently - Good
problem solving abilities - Must be
numerical
Functional
Years of Experience:
(required/preferred)
At least 8years work
practical experience as a brand mgr., communication mgr. perception mgr. or
corporate affairs manager
- Experience
in Media, communication or Journalism.
Professional
Certification:
(required/preferred)
- NUJ
(Nigerian Union of Journalist)
Education:
(required/preferred)
- BSc
Mass communication or equivalent. - MBA or relevant
Post Graduate degree
Equipment
Used:
- Gadgets
Work Environment:
- Office,
Field - Hours
of work is 8.00am – 5.00pm. 40 hours + per week. - Due to
the nature of the job, extreme flexibility in relation to working hours
may be necessary. - Overtime
is required when job exigencies arise - May
travel to attend Public Relations events and conferences and to meet
customers and stakeholders. - International
travel is required to update knowledge.
Interested in this
position, apply online on Force
