Job Advert: Public Relations & Administration Manager

Description

The Port Authority of the Cayman Islands invites applications for the following post:

Public Relations & Administration Manager

SALARY: Grade I – CI$77,088 to CI$101,160 per annum

The Public Relations & Administration Manager (“PR & Admin Manager”) is responsible for nurturing a strong industry network, increase organizational awareness, and develop, monitor and maintain a holistic and corporate brand identity for the Port Authority of the Cayman Islands (“the PACI”). The PR & Admin Manager oversees the establishment and maintenance of a positive media relationship, and also managing the brand image of the PACI by attracting attention to newsworthy and attention worthy activities of the PACI and its customers. Additionally, the PR & Admin Manager is responsible for ensuring that the PACI continuously remains aligned with respective local and international Acts, procedures, protocols and regulations. The PR & Admin Manager will liaise with core Government and other Statutory Authorities entities, Government-owned companies, private sector suppliers and partners, as well as the media.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the development, execution and management of the PACI’s Public Relations.
• Communication plan and all matters consistent with its strategic priorities and overseeing all activities.
• Identify and manage risks, and actively seek opportunities to protect, promote and enhance the PACI’s reputation across domestic and global audiences.
• Developing and implementing publicity strategies for the PACIs services, including a crisis management communication strategy.
• Developing and implementing organizational publicity strategies for organizational events, and the development of speeches and statements for the Deputy Directors and Port Director as well as presentations and other written communication.
• Creating and managing a PR plans, including, but not limited to budgets, timelines, deadlines etc.
• Analysing all media coverage of the Port Authority and drafting appropriate responses.
• Overseeing, managing and producing content for all of the PACI’s social media platforms and its event’s calendar.
• Assist with the management of media inquiries and interview requests.
• Representing the PACI at press conferences, interviews, etc.
• Develop a marketing communications plan including strategy, goals, budget and tactics.
• Develop media relations strategy, seeking high-level placements in print, broadcast and online media.
• Leverage existing media relationships and cultivate new contacts within business and industry media.
• Monitor, analyse and communicate PR results on a quarterly basis.
• Evaluating opportunities for partnerships, sponsorships and advertising on an on-going basis.
• Assist with building relationships with leaders to grow industry awareness.
• Commissioning or undertaking relevant market research and data analysis.
• Maintaining a keen understanding of industry trends affecting customers and making appropriate recommendations regarding communication strategy surrounding them.
• Oversees daily support activities for executive management team.
• Plan and coordinate administrative procedures and systems and devise ways to streamline processes.
• Assist with the establishment of conduct and workflow standards across the organization.
• Remove productivity roadblocks as they emerge.
• Ensure processes and procedures comply with relevant policies and regulations.
• Ensure the smooth and adequate flow of information within the company to facilitate business operations.
• Organize and supervise other office activities (recycling, renovations, event planning etc.).
• Keep abreast with all organizational changes and business developments.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Business Administration, Public Relations, Journalism, English, Communications or Marketing with a PR or Advertising concentration OR related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 – 7 years’ experience as a communication or public relations practitioner.
• Experience working for or within the Cayman Islands Government or a Statutory Authority is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of local and international media landscape.
• Managerial experience in a professional organization.

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To apply: Please email a completed Port Authority Application Form, which can be found HERE , along with your resume to jobs@caymanport.com.  Applications may also be hand delivered to our Administration Building at 110 Portland Road, George Town. All applications are handled in a confidential manner and in accordance with the Cayman Islands Data Protection Laws and PACI’s Confidentiality policies.

Closing date: 13 July 2025