Vacancy title:
Public Relations Officer

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Media, Communications & Writing]

Jobs at:
Zambia Railway Limited

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, October 8 2025

Duty Station:
Zambia | Lusaka | Zambia

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, September 25 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

To manage, plan, organize, direct and control the company’s public relation so as to promote and maintain a good image of the company in the eyes of the public.

MAIN DUTIES

• Participate in developing public relations and communication strategies to improve ZRL’s public image and raise awareness on the products and services.
• Update and maintain the organization’s digital platforms to enhance the company’s social media presence.
• Participate in the development and implementation of departmental policies, plans and procedures.
• Able to write,edit press releases, articles, newsletters,  promotional materials and other organizational publications.
• Craft compelling messaging for various public relations
• Design and produce visually appealing graphics, videos ,brochures and other digital content using design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva).
• Assist in planning and executing company events, such as exhibitions, press briefings, product launches and community engagement programmes.
• Coordinate logistics, materials, and communication for successful event execution.
• Brand monitoring on social media and traditional media on the company and its products/services, making recommendations for response strategies.
• Conduct research and analysis to inform PR strategies and tactics.
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists, web bloggers, social media influencers and other stakeholders.
• Handle protocol duties for senior executives and high-profile personalities.
• Facilitate programs for innovation and talent showcasing.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Social Media Skills
• Communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Speech writing.
• Public speaking
• Proficient in publishing software (adobe creative suite, In design)
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

EMPLOYEE BEHAVIOR:

Uphold ZRL’s six (6) core values of: –

• Teamwork.
• Innovation.
• Integrity.
• Professionalism.
• Service.
• Enterprise.

Academic /Professional Qualifications:

• Full grade 12 certificate (5 ‘0’ levels) with credit or better in Mathematics and English
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations and Journalism and Media Studies, or a related field.
• Proven experience in public relations, communications, or a similar role (preferably over 3years experience in a similar role).
• Membership to Zambia Institute of Public Relations and Communication.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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