Officer | Public Relations (Projects)

Are you passionate to make a difference where you live and work? At Arup, we do work that matters. We are proud to be a diverse community of designers, planners, engineers, advisors and experts from many disciplines. Join Arup, and you will find yourself in a place where imagination, technology and rigour meet to solve some of the planet’s most urgent challenges.

We care about you and want you to perform at your best. Here you will have access to a wide range of opportunities to become a better version of yourself.  We also offer flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle and wellbeing. 

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, and provide an equal and inclusive environment for you to thrive in.  Join us to create a greener, better and more sustainable world! 

Responsibilities:

• Assist in dealing with public relations matters related to public works project, including but not limited to drafting speeches, handling media/public enquiries and complaints, preparing and editing press materials and publications, meeting the media, attending public consultation activities, organising press conferences and other media events
• Liaise and attend meetings with District Council or Rural Committee members and other stakeholders/consultees
• Collaborate with other public relations units/teams of the relevant Government bureaux/departments

Qualifications & Experience required:

• Degree in Public Relations, Communication Studies, Journalism or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience; preferably in public relations agencies or media or working experience in handling press releases and public/media enquiries
• Strong sense in public affairs, interest in meeting people and with good coordination skills.
• Ability to multi-task and set priorities within tight timelines, detail- and result-oriented
• Good skills in dealing with designers and production agencies and other service providers
• Well versed in Microsoft Office applications
• Proficiency in English and Chinese including Cantonese and Putonghua
  
  

The position will be on Arup's fixed-term contract & full-time basis to be seconded to client’s office. We offer a competitive remuneration package commensurate with qualifications and experience to the right candidate.

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