Senior Public Relations Officer Grade I

IB Development Bank Limited, a Development Finance Institution (DFI) wholly owned by the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania, operates under the Companies Act, 2002. The bank’s mission is to support national projects aligned with the Tanzanian Development Vision 2025, focusing on rapid economic growth through development in industry, infrastructure, and services sectors. Below are details for two exciting job opportunities at TIB Development Bank Limited.

Nature and Scope

The Senior Public Relations Officer Grade I will work closely with the Manager of Public Relations, Marketing, and Corporate Affairs. The role involves organizing and representing the bank at news conferences, exhibitions, trade fairs, and other events, acting as the bank’s spokesperson.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate well-written documents for publishing and communicate information for promotional and marketing events.
• Design, write, and produce presentations, press releases, articles, leaflets, in-house communications, newsletters, reports, publicity brochures, photographs, and promotional videos.
• Organize and arrange news conferences, exhibitions, and trade fairs, representing the bank as its spokesperson.
• Provide clients with information about new promotional opportunities and current PR campaigns.
• Liaise with and respond to inquiries from media, individuals, and other stakeholders.
• Monitor local media, analyze, and review news and business events to provide management with relevant information, including significant developments and emerging issues impacting TIB’s image.
• Maintain close and active contact with community leaders to understand community needs and determine how the bank can provide support.

Educational Qualifications

• Holder of a bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Business Communication, International Relations, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or any other related equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
• Possession of a master’s degree in related or similar fields is an added advantage.

Working Experience, Skills, and Knowledge

• At least four (4) years of demonstrable working experience in an Executive Assistant role.
• Excellent written and communication skills in both English and Swahili.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of the financial services sector and banking trends.
• Experience in identifying and managing partner relationships.
• Willingness to engage in frequent traveling and meeting customer needs.
• Management and leadership skills with a team-oriented approach.

Remuneration

TIB Development Bank Limited is an equal opportunity employer. The bank offers an attractive remuneration package, career development opportunities, and an excellent working environment.

Mode of Application

Applications should include:

• An application letter.
• A detailed and comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Certified copies of relevant certificates and awards.
• Contact details, such as telephone number(s) and email address(es), if available.

Applications should be addressed to: Managing Director TIB Development Bank Limited Sam Nujoma Road, Uhuru P.O. Box 9373 Dar es Salaam