Senior Communications Specialist

The Senior Communications Specialist is responsible for providing support on all day-today tasks for retainer and project-based clients including the development and execution of communications and PR plans and programs, coordinating with other support team members to ensure the successful completion of each task and being the primary point of contact with clients if required as well as working according to TRACCS’ standards, systems and procedures at all times.

The Senior Communications Specialist should be able to manage the basic day-to-day requirements of all his/her accounts, carry out all routine communications under the supervision of a senior manager or director, attend all client meetings to ensure that work is progressing as planned, all deliverables are being completed and deadlines are beingmet. He/She is also required to actively participate in brainstorming sessions for new ideas and developing plans for future tasks.

The Senior Communications Specialist must be able to develop various editorial requirements such as press releases, op-eds, features and blog post. The candidate must have experience in internal communications, crisis management, social media and media relations.

The Senior Communications Specialist must have:

At least 3 years of experience working as a communications practitioner
The ability to execute all tasks assigned promptly and with attention to detail
Strong verbal and written communications, and research skills
Fundamental knowledge of the communications industry in the local market
A sense of diplomacy and the ability to earn the trust of his/her colleagues and Clients
The necessary temperament and expertise to work in high pressure situations