Report to: PR Executive | Director of Eclipse Communications Mauritius

Manage: Interns

Important traits:

● Confidence and assertiveness 

● Loyalty 

● Honesty

● Accountability 

● Team player 

● Disciplined 

● Motivated 

● Driven 

● Ambition 

● Curiosity 

● Positive and professional attitude 

● Courage

Play a key role in shaping and maintaining the public image of clients. Operational from Day

An Account Executive often serves as the bridge between the client and the public, working closely with both to foster a favourable perception.

● At least 3 years of Public Relations experience 

● Work across multiple accounts 

● Currently enrolled in a PR-related degree 

● A PR Diploma or Degree 

● Proficiency in GSuite (Google Workspace) 

● Understanding of Microsoft (MS Office) 

● Understanding of social networks 

● Implementing PR strategies that align with client goals and public image aspirations 

● Media relations, Knowledge of Media landscape 

● Draft Press Releases, copywriting, translation english/french 

● Tracking and evaluating crises to ensure positive media coverage

● Work according to agreed communication plans

● Ensure deliverables are of the required quality/ standard 

● Interact on a regular basis with the line manager on progress and updates 

● Assist in taking minutes of client meetings 

● Ensure media, status, feedback, and other reports are prepared well in advance before presentation to clients

 ● Manage elements of the media and influencer pitching process and continue to build and maintain those relationships

● Thorough understanding of the media environment 

● Identify opportunities for clients with regard to other services they might want/ need 

● Draft copies of invitations, newsletters, and reports 

● Work closely with Interns to ensure they execute their daily tasks 

● Work according to critical timelines and plans 

● Assist with briefing service providers and manage timelines 

● Evaluate media coverage 

● Brainstorm fresh new ideas for client campaign/ projects 

● Coordinate and execute events (media and otherwise) according to the brief as part of the team Initial

● Track the effectiveness of PR campaigns : Calculator of AVE , PR Value, delivery of press book

● Assisting in new business development

● Adjust strategies as needed to meet targets and client expectations

● Write press releases, news stories, articles, case studies, and product pieces

● Pitch press releases and feature ideas by phone or email to national, regional, and trade journalists across print, broadcast, and online, to interest them in covering their clients’ stories

● Respond to phone calls and emails from journalists/ media, influencers, and suppliers/ service providers

● Arrange interviews and editorial meetings with key journalists for clients’ spokespeople, and facilitate these meetings where appropriate

● Monitor media coverage and report results to the wider team and clients

● Attend client events and industry conferences

● Reporting on traffic, engagement, and follower figures

● Data driven , destop research, benchmarking and competitor analysis 

● Positive attitude 

● Creative thinking 

● Be able to multitask 

● Eager to contribute 

● Learn the importance of meeting deadlines and keep to it 

● Strong self-management and time-keeping skills 

● Exceptional attention to detail 

● Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

● Look for creative approaches to work and alert seniors to opportunities/ problems 

● Good presentation skills 

● Excellent telephone etiquette Initial