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Intern (Singapore) – Government Advisory, Top PR Agency, Great Benefits

Employer
Portland Communications
Location
Singapore (SG)
Salary
Competitive salary
Closing date
9 Oct 2019

Job Details

Company Description

Portland is a fast-growing communications and public affairs consultancy. We are based in London, with offices in New York, Washington, Nairobi, Doha and Singapore.

Our team devises and implements communication and public affairs strategies across a number of areas, including strategic communications for major global brands, governments, NGOs and high-profile individuals.

Portland International is divided into two teams: ‘Government Advisory’ and ‘Philanthropy & Global Issues’.

Position

The Role:

The intern may be required to carry out all or some of the following key tasks within the International team:

  • Tracking issues in the media, relevant to designated clients.
  • Sourcing and preparing detailed draft media analysis reports for approval by relevant Executives and Consultants.
  • Researching and sourcing information as directed by Executives and Consultants for designated client projects.
  • Management of press cuttings, including preparing monthly/quarterly coverage books.
  • Preparing activity reports for clients.
  • Helping to draft press releases, opinion articles, website copy, background material etc.
  • Conducting ring rounds, and building journalist contacts.
  • Preparing journalist biographies and briefing notes for clients.
  • Preparing and maintaining media distribution lists for press releases.
  • Researching and managing forward calendars of key media and current affairs events relevant to designated clients.

Requirements

Person Specification:

  • Have the ability to conduct comprehensive analysis of information to tight deadlines ensuring accuracy and relevance;
  • Have excellent writing skills;
  • Be logical, creative and flexible in the appraisal of problems;
  • Be proficient in the use of research and Internet tools and word processing;
  • Have experience of using social media platforms in a professional capacity;
  • Be able to take direction and report progress on your work with others;
  • Be organised and able to manage your own workload.

Qualifications & Skills:

  • Language skills are desirable, especially proficiency in Mandarin, Malay, or Tamil
  • Knowledge and enthusiasm for the media and international affairs is essential;
  • Experience of Public Affairs, politics and campaigning is an advantage;
  • Experience in journalism, blogging and social media is an advantage.

Other information

What we offer in return

We are committed to employee development and have an open doors culture. We have a solid and structured approach to individual career development where you will have the opportunity to learn from some of the most experienced people in the business and we regularly reward and promote success within the company. We actively encourage staff to develop innovative and exciting ways of delivering success and to take on new challenges and responsibilities to aid progression. 

Other information

Unfortunately due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not possible to respond directly to all applicants, only to those whose candidacy is being pursued. In addition, the length of the recruitment process varies based on the vacancy needs. Traditionally, the process takes approximately 3-4 weeks. Therefore, your patience is greatly appreciated.

Company

Portland is an international communications consultancy trusted by some of the highest profile organisations, governments and individuals in the world.

Portland logo

Portland is a fully integrated communications consultancy trusted by some of the highest profile organizations, governments and individuals in the world with global offices in Berlin, Paris, Brussels, Washington DC, Singapore, Doha and Nairobi, as well as in London. We advise some of the world’s best known brands including Netflix, YouTube, Google, Astrazeneca, Heathrow Airport and Snapchat.

We are pioneers in integrated communications campaigns, helping clients manage their reputation, improve their visibility and media coverage – and deliver global communications campaigns across multiple platforms.

Our teams of experienced and multilingual consultants invest time to understand clients from the inside out, work with them to set clear strategic direction, and then bring the whole of Portland’s abilities to bear to deliver their objectives.

At Portland we never rest on our laurels; we constantly strive to improve our work and be at the forefront of the industry.

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Company info
Website
Telephone
020 7554 1600
Location
Bankside 2
90-100 Southwark St
London
London
SE1 0SW
GB

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