Job Description   The Spokesperson performs the following duties and responsibilities: Plans and implements local and international events to interact with the media in traditional outlets and social networks, to maintain the reputation of Nazarbayev University as a leading research university. Public Relations: Promptly responds to emergencies/crises, newsworthy events and media requests, organizes and conducts press conferences. Closely monitors the news cycle and anticipates topics for active discussion. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with media representatives (journalists, bloggers, social media influencers, etc.). Reputation Management: Timely identifies, clarifies and follows up on appeals to news outlets; tracks and reports earned media coverage; organizes press events; promotes expert faculty, research milestones, student initiatives and other news that enhances reputation/public image. Consulting: Provides guidance to management, faculty and staff, students and alumni on maintaining a positive and consistent public image of Nazarbayev University. Administrative work: Writes news articles and press materials; edits the work of other employees of the Division, updates Nazarbayev University media accounts related to news (Twitter, Instagram, etc.). Performs other official duties within the scope of assignment of this position, promptly and properly fulfills the tasks of the University`s management; Observes the requirements of the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Employer`s internal documents; Is responsible for exercising the labor and performance discipline; Is responsible for ensuring the integrity of official documents, and prevention of the disclosure or leakage of confidential and business information, as well as information of restricted access in accordance with the legislation, Charter and internal documents of the Employer;    In case of dismissal, is responsible for timely transfer of all paper documentation, digital information, inventory to another employee as instructed by the Office of the President (to be certified by the act of acceptance-transfer) Qualifications Education  Master's degree in journalism, communication, philology, languages or related fields. Work experience At least 5 years of practical experience as a journalist, television presenter or similar position. Knowledge knowledge of the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the field of education, mass media; experience working in the media, press services; effective time management skills and the ability to multitask; proven ability to manage budgets; professional and proactive work ethic; high competence in project and stakeholder management; excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills; experience with digital marketing forms such as social media marketing and content marketing knowledge of MS Office;  Fluent in Kazakh, English and Russian languages. Skills  commitment to goals and values of the University; ability to work effectively within tight deadlines; ability to work individually and in a team; ability to work in a multicultural environment; project management skills; responsibility; critical thinking; building effective relations; distinguished leadership skills Additional Information Recruitment and selection process Recruitment and selection at Nazarbayev University include the following process: preliminary selection based on experience and qualifications, assessments (e.g. technical skills/capabilities, aptitude, personality, work samples, in-basket exercises, and informal interviews), and motivation. Formal interviews form the final stage of the selection process. They are typically based on organizational values and behaviors and conducted in English. You are encouraged to share your views and values  to identify how they fit into  Nazarbayev University core values