Public Relations Manager

The National Economic Empowerment Fund Limited (NEEF) is a government owned Microfinance Institution whose mission is to economically empower ordinary and underserved Malawian (particularly women, youth, and persons with disability) through the provision of quality, affordable and sustainable microfinance services for Improved.

NEEF invites applications from suitably qualified, mature, ambitious, professional Malawi Nationals with a passion for results and respect for ethics and hands-on experience to fill the vacant position of the:

PUBLIC RELATIONS MANAGER (NF3)
The position is tenable at NEEF Head Quarters
Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer

Job Purpose
To manage the development, review and implementation of public relations plans, strategies and programmes to effectively promote NEEF products, engage Fund’s audience, and drive business growth.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Acting as a mouthpiece for the Fund on all issues
• Leading the development, review and implementation of public relations and campaigns for the Fund.
• Generating compelling and engaging content that effectively resonates with the Fund’s target audience and enhances engagement.
• Overseeing the management of social media accounts to cultivate a robust online presence for the Fund.
• Collaborating with internal teams and external partners in the development of
• PR content to ensure consistent messaging across all communication channels.
• Performing essential PR functions for the Fund in alignment with organizational goals.
• Documenting and publishing success stories from loan beneficiaries to highlight the impact of the Fund’s initiatives.
• Establishing protocols for managing communications during crises or emergencies.
• Providing management with insights on industry trends and developments to maintain the relevance and effectiveness of the Fund’s operations.
• Developing and implementing strategies to enhance the visibility of the Fund among stakeholders and the general public to foster awareness and support Organizing and coordinating corporate events such as road shows, civic education campaigns, donations e.t.c.
• Developing and maintaining a good rapport with the media by answering their queries, giving media updates and press releases
• Providing input and technical support in the development and production of corporate publications

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s Degree in either Mass Communication, Business Communication, Arts, or related field from institution accredited by NCHE.
• 5 years’ experience in corporate communication or public relations, with at least 3 years in a similar role.

Method of Application

Interested individuals who meet the above requirements should submit their applications, copies of certificates, and updated CVs with at least three (3) traceable references not later than Sunday, July 20th, 2025, to: https://www.neef.mw/vacancies/27

The Chief Executive Officer
National Economic Empowerment Fund (NEEF) Limited
P.O. Box 779
Lilongwe

Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged.