Job Purpose

The Office of University Communications (UCO) works to enhance the reputation of the National University of Singapore by raising awareness and understanding of NUS' vision, mission, values, and achievements in education, research and entrepreneurship. We work primarily in the areas of news, marketing and brand, engagement, and crisis communications. Clients include, and are not limited to, academic, research and administrative units.

We are looking for someone who is passionate, skillful and a proficient communicator with a strong interest and understanding of science and technology, as well as strong competencies in media relations, writing and producing news content for NUS News and social media platforms, and driving external media publicity.

Duties & Responsibilities

The candidate will:

• Develop and implement strategies to publicise new university-wide initiatives and policies, as well as corporate, educational, research, and enterprise achievements relating to science, technology, design and engineering among other areas of interest and developments
• Identify, develop and produce content for various platforms, including the University’s online news portal and social media, as well as pitching stories to local and international news media where experience and passion in writing will be an advantage
• Create different types of content and angles to enhance a story, e.g. videos, visuals and infographics
• Manage queries from local and international media, and facilitate on-site interviews, photography and filming

The ideal candidate must be able to work independently and at the same time be a good team player. He or she needs to be mature, proactive, organised, meticulous, able to multi-task as well as work within tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Good university degree in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), communication studies, journalism, marketing or related disciplines
• Strong news sense and passion for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in science communication, public relations agencies, in-house corporate communications, journalism or related areas
• Possess an excellent command of English, with strong editing and writing skills 
• Experience in media relations and strong media contacts preferred
• Experience and interest in video production and photography will be an advantage

The title will be commensurate with the shortlised candidate's experiences. We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. 

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge

Organization: National University of Singapore

Department : Office of University Communications

 Job requisition ID : 27728