Career Directions Ltd

Senior Public Relations Lead

Career Directions Ltd  •  Republic of Kenya (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description


Strategic Communications & PR Execution

  • Lead execution of public relations strategies aligned with business goals and brand
    positioning

  • Draft and manage press releases, client communications, newsletters, and external messaging

  • Support traditional press outreach, media coordination, and relationship management

  • Ensure consistency and professionalism across all external communications

Client Communication & Relationship Management

  • Serve as a key point of contact for client-facing communications and PR-related matters

  • Manage proactive follow-ups, status updates, and communication workflows

  • Ensure timely and professional responses to client needs and communications

  • Anticipate communication needs and proactively address potential gaps

PR Operations & Ownership

  • Maintain clear visibility across ongoing PR initiatives, priorities, and deliverables

  • Exercise strong judgment in prioritizing tasks and managing communication flow

  • Ensure continuity and momentum across PR activities without requiring direct supervision.

  • Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external partners as needed

Strategic Support & Alignment

  • Collaborate with senior strategic leadership to execute PR initiatives effectively

  • Translate strategic direction into clear, actionable communications and deliverables

  • Identify opportunities to improve communication processes and PR effectiveness

  • Maintain strong awareness of industry context, client needs, and communication best practices

• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external partners as need


Requirements


  • 5+ years of professional experience in public relations, communications, or a related
    field

  • Strong experience in traditional PR, press communications, and client-facing roles

  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

  • Demonstrated ability to operate independently and manage communications with ownership

  • Strong client service instincts and professional judgment

  • High level of reliability, responsiveness, and accountability

  • Experience managing multiple priorities in fast-paced environments

  • Strong organizational and communication management skill

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working with international clients or global organizations

  • Experience supporting fast-growing companies or entrepreneurial environments

  • Experience with media outreach, newsletters, and brand communications

  • Experience coordinating with senior leadership and strategic stakeholder
Career Directions Ltd

About Career Directions Ltd

CDL is a proactive Human Resource Management consultancy firm specializing in Strategic Labour Force Outsourcing, Recruitment, Training, Payroll Processing and Total Human Resource Management. Since 2003, we have been a one-stop shop for all HR related queries and support in and around East Africa. We champion best practice in Human Resource while going the extra mile to proactively address workers needs in order to achieve optimum productivity & profitability.

Our Mission

To support and contribute to our partners success while improving the lives'​ of the community.

Our Vision

To be a partner of choice in providing quality manpower outsourcing solutions.

Our Core Values

1.Professionalism: Conducting our business in the most professional way

2.Respect: Giving due respect to self and others and maintain the environment of teamwork and growth.

3.Passion: To be passionate in all we do.

4.Integrity: To act with honesty and integrity without compromising the truth.

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Nairobi, KE
Year Founded
2003
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