JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• A diploma in Mass Communications, or Journalism is preferred
• Have served a stint in a Charity or non-profit organisation, prior experience within the healthcare sector is preferred
• Ability to multitask and perform under pressure
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills. Proficiency in our National languages will be preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and data presentation
• Savvy in design softwares and platforms such as Canva and Piktochart
• Eye for details and meticulous in planning of events from start to the end
• Proven capability to drive strategic PR campaigns to achieve measurable results.
• Can-do positive attitude, with interest to engage the elderly
• People-centric and possess sound EQ to work with various levels within the clinical and rehab setting
• Customer service-focused attitude and approach and have a pleasant personality
• About 2 to 3 years’ experience in public relations agency, events company, corporate communications environment or journalism is preferred
• Candidate must complete Covid 19 vaccination.
  We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified

JOB PURPOSE:

• Community relations are responsible for managing all community development initiatives throughout Vanguard. This role plans, develop and implement programs to promote community awareness.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist Community Engagement Executive (CEE) in conceptualizing communications strategies during CEE meetings and contribute ideas for internal Vanguard events
• Lead or support to build and maintain strong relationships with community partners, grassroots, schools and volunteers as well as local community leaders
• Assist CEE in drafting written materials such as contributed articles and write-ups, CEO speeches, marketing materials and reports.
• Work with departments to develop communications / marketing collaterals when needed
• Work closely with the Senior / Centre Manager to develop / strategize engagement programs for residents/clients and promote awareness of Vanguard and its mission.
• Assist CEE in developing a comprehensive outreach plan and publicity strategy for Vanguard
• Participate in the research, writing, and presentation of proposals and reports where required
• Lead and organize internal and or external events for Vanguard
• To track and report effectiveness of our outreach programmes and engagement activities