Oando: Corporate Communications Mgr

Oando Plc, the leading integrated energy solutions provider with investments spanning the entire energy value chain. Through innovative management, consistent value creation and an enabling environment, Oando has evolved from a traditional downstream company to an integrated energy solutions provider. Oando is seeking highly qualified candidates to fill the position of Corporate Communications Manager within the group. Job Reference: CCM-2 Overall purpose of Job Responsible for the planning and execution for specific corporate, product and service brand management efforts, image and reputation management programmes. Ensures adequate levels of awareness of the Oando brand, and the value proposition of the various products and services provide by each company within the Group. Person Specifications: o 1st degree in the Humanities, social sciences, Administrator or related areas {2:2 min} o 6-8 years experience  [corporate/External Affairs, Media and/or Advertising], two of which must have been at a senior level within a reputable organisation Required Competencies: + Excellent oral & written communication skills + Corporate communications strategy development and execution + Knowledgeable about the best practices in strategic institutional branding + Good media relations skills + Leadership/supervisory, interpersonal relations and team playing + Effective presentation skills How to Apply Interested candidates should send their job curriculum vitae to jobs@oandoplc.com, quoting the reference as the email subject. Closing date for both applications is August 11, 2009. Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.