Communications Executive

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Job SummaryThe Communications Executive – Stakeholder & Relationship Management supports the bank’s communications and brand agenda through structured relationship management with key internal and external stakeholders. The role focuses on enabling stronger collaboration, reputation-building initiatives and brand visibility opportunities, while contributing to the delivery of coherent internal and external communications aligned with the bank’s strategy.

Job Description

Core Communications Delivery

Support the development and delivery of internal and external communications aligned with brand, business and reputational objectives.

Contribute to PR initiatives, including drafting press releases, media content and communication materials.

Assist in the coordination of media engagements such as interviews, briefings and press events.

Draft and edit messages for senior executives and stakeholders for both internal and external platforms.

Ensure consistency of messaging across channels and alignment with Group communications guidance.

Provide communications support to events, sponsorships and ESG initiatives where required.

Stakeholder & Relationship Management Focus

Support and help manage relationships with key internal and external stakeholders (e.g. SACC, MCCI, Business Mauritius, EDB, Mauritius Finance and similar bodies).

Proactively coordinate and organise meetings with stakeholders to explore communication opportunities, partnerships and joint initiatives.

Represent the Brand & Communications function in selected internal business discussions and external forums when required.

Prepare briefing notes, meeting summaries and follow-up actions to ensure alignment on objectives, messaging, scope and timelines.

Assist in identification of brand visibility, reputation and thought leadership opportunities.

Support preparation and facilitation of workshops or brainstorming sessions.

Skills & Competencies

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to engage confidently with internal and external stakeholders.

Good organisational and coordination skills.

Sound judgement and professionalism when representing the brand.

Strong collaboration and relationship-building abilities.

Good working knowledge of Microsoft 365 and communication tools.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism or related field.

3–5 years’ experience in communications, PR, stakeholder engagement or a related role.

Exposure to corporate, institutional or regulated environments is an advantage.

Education

Higher Certificates and Advanced National (Vocational) Certificates: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)

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