Communications Manager, AWS Sub-Saharan Africa , AWS Comms EMEA

Are you passionate about the rapidly growing technology industry and excited to join the communications team of one of the fastest-growing tech companies in history Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a creative motivated and experienced Public Relations professional to drive our communications program in Sub-Saharan Africa.

As a Communications Manager you will be responsible for developing and executing an integrated communications plan for AWS in Sub-Saharan Africa. This includes managing the launch process of new AWS services features programs regions customer success stories and partnerships in a way that maximizes positive coverage and awareness.

You will work closely with internal business stakeholders key partners and customers who are innovating through technology helping them effectively showcase their results. Additionally youll partner with the AWS global PR/AR team and AWS leaders to develop messaging communication strategy and plans as an integral member of Amazons communications team.

The ideal candidate possesses extensive media relations skills and social media experience is an expert at writing and pitching media opportunities and can drive deep signature articles and customer success stories. Familiarity with crisis communications the ability to exercise good judgment while acting quickly and experience in leading launch events are crucial for this role.

Were looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced innovative environment and is excited by the prospect of shaping industry-leading this role youll have the opportunity to develop transformative communication strategies and create forward-looking programs that reflect AWSs position as a cloud technology leader. Your creativity and strategic approach will be instrumental in crafting compelling narratives that showcase our continued innovation in the cloud space.

Key job responsibilities
- Maintain a strong understanding of Sub-Saharan Africas media landscape and business environment
- Work cross-functionally to plan and execute PR campaigns
- Enhance AWS news media relations activities and proactive campaigns
- Interact with senior leadership to influence strategy and negotiate decisions in relation to service issues announcements and messaging
- Innovate launch processes aligned with AWSs dynamic cloud business
- Manage news-related business & technology press opportunities
- Identify and develop customer references for media relations and public speaking opportunities
- Build relationships with key journalists bloggers evaluators in technology trade and business press AWS customers and partners
- Handle complex fast-moving and unexpected communications challenges with high judgment and professionalism
- Manage a PR agency to deliver successful high-quality campaigns

- Experience in professional communications or public relations
- Proven experience in PR ideally in the tech industry
- Bachelors degree in Communications Public Relations or related field
- Strong media relationships with top-tier business technology and general press
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Experience working with customers and partners to develop compelling stories
- Fluency in English

- Fluency in Afrikaans or Zulu is advantageous
- Creativity and bias for action
- Ability to exercise good judgment in ambiguous situations
- Outstanding attention to detail and analytical skills

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