Public Relations (Internship) - Table View
PUBLICIS GROUPE
Company Description Publicis Groupe is the fastest growing network of communication agencies in Africa. It is one of the world's largest communications holding companies and consists of companies that specialise in all aspects of the modern communication mix. As an Account Assistant at MSL, your goal is to learn and become the "go to PR admin expert" on all processes and admin tasks to ensure the smooth execution of the account portfolio. Key focus areas include: effective time keeping (via Chase), assistance with general team administration (i.e. minutes in meeting), coverage tracking and reporting. Responsibilities (include but not limited to) Support the PR team Keep media lists updated, inform agency colleagues of media moves/changes. Build a solid knowledge of the South African media landscape and compile media contact list Grow in ability and confidence to pitch stories and find creative angles that resonate with journalists Develop personalised, friendly rapport with clients Participate in daily newsdesk/media meetings and compile minutes when required and respond to instructions from senior staff timeously (i.e. email, instant message) Take ownership of daily coverage tracking for reports and timeous client coverage updates Work closely with Account Executives/Account Managers to ensure quality, timeous monthly reports are delivered to clients Effective time recording (daily, accurate data logged on Chase (as per Groupe deadlines) Keep an updated record of all client birthdays for your team, and liaise with the Operations team (in advance) to plan for client birthdays in the respective week Inform your team and ensure actions are taken to acknowledge clients' birthdays Keep abreast of industry best practice Qualifications A tertiary qualification in Public Relations At least 1 year's working experience as a PR Assistant / PR Intern(not essential) Working experience within an Advertising Agency will be advantageous Proficient in MS Office (Word / Excel / PowerPoint etc.) A good command of the English language (both verbal and written) Strong administration and organizational skills Strong time management skills Strong research skills Social media savvy Additional Information Personality Attributes: Team player with the ability to work independently Able to remain calm in a highly pressurized environment Assertive Proactive Resilient Approachable Proactive Energetic Creative "out of the box" strategic thinker Problem solver / solution driven Meticulous with attention to detail Other: o Flexible to work beyond normal office hours (overtime if and when required) o Comfortable to work from the Publicis Groupe office (on-site)
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