Liaison Officer – Newspaper & Media Relations

Job Description

Title: Liaison Officer – Newspaper & Media Relations

Company Name: World University of Bangladesh

Vacancy: 02

Age: 20 to 40 years

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: Tk. 19920 - 34460 (Monthly)

Experience:

• At least 2 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Online Newspaper/ News Portal

• Masters

• At least 2 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Online Newspaper/ News Portal

• Age 20 to 40 years

At least 2 years of experience in media relations, public relations, or journalism.

Strong networking and interpersonal communication skills,

Excellent writing and editing skills in both English and Bangla.

Knowledge of the Bangladeshi media landscape and press protocols.

Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

Familiarity with desktop publishing tools, media tracking software, and social media. Excellent performance over MS Office, Internet and email correspondences.

Proactive to prior work and multitasking ability.

Self-motivated, well behaved and humble.

Job Summary:

The Liaison Officer for Newspapers and Media Relations is responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships between the university and print/electronic media outlets. The role involves ensuring proper media coverage of university events, managing press communications, and promoting the university’s image and achievements through strategic media engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

Act as the primary point of contact between the university and newspapers, journalists, and media houses.

Prepare and distribute press releases, media invitations, and news bulletins regarding university events, achievements, and announcements.

Ensure timely and accurate publication of university news, features, and advertisements in local and national newspapers.

Organize press briefings, media visits, and coverage for academic events, seminars, conferences, and cultural programs.

Maintain a media contact database and foster good working relationships with reporters and editors.

Monitor media coverage and compile press clippings for record-keeping and reporting.

Coordinate with departments and administration to collect accurate and updated information for publication.

Handle media queries and ensure all communications are aligned with university policies.

Work closely with the marketing/design team to ensure quality of print ads, articles, and promotional materials.

Support crisis communication efforts when needed, ensuring correct messaging is delivered through the media.

Further job description available at jobs.wub.edu.bd

• Salary Review: Yearly
• Festival Bonus: 2

Other Benefits:

• World University of Bangladesh offers attractive compensation package including two festival bonuses (each equal to basic salary).

• Contributory P.F, gratuity, leave encashment and other fringe benefits based on eligibility.