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Events and Public Relations Manager job at Pearl of Africa Hotel
Posted by: great-volunteer
Posted date: 2026-Jan-05
Location: Kampala
Events and Public Relations Manager 2026-01-05T03:46:02+00:00 Pearl of Africa Hotel https://cdn.ugashare.com/jsjobsdata/data/employer/comp_12353/logo/Pearl%20of%20Africa%20Hotel.png https://pearl-of-africa-hotel.kampala-hotels-ug.com/en/ FULL_TIME Kampala Kampala 00256 Uganda Hospitality, and Tourism Management, Advertising & Public Relations, Restaurant & Hospitality, Media, Communications & Writing, Business Operations 2026-02-04T17:00:00+00:00 8 Role Overview The Events & Public Relations Manager is responsible for positioning the hotel as a premier luxury destination for high profile events while safeguarding and enhancing the hotel's public image locally and internationally. Key Responsibilities - Plan, coordinate, and execute weddings, conferences, corporate functions, diplomatic events, and VIP engagements
- Develop and implement a comprehensive public relations and brand communication strategy
- Manage media relations, press releases, interviews, and public appearances
- Coordinate government, diplomatic, and high-level stakeholder events
- Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Operations to maximize event revenue
- Lead crisis communication and reputation management initiatives
- Manage event budgets, contracts, suppliers, and post-event evaluations
Qualifications & Experience - Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Hospitality Management, or related field
- Minimum 6 years' experience in events management and public relations, preferably in luxury hospitality
Core Competencies - Strategic communication and media handling
- Event planning excellence
- Strong negotiation and stakeholder management
Important Notes - Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
- Pearl of Africa Hotel is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any recruitment fees
- All information provided will be treated with strict confidentiality
- Plan, coordinate, and execute weddings, conferences, corporate functions, diplomatic events, and VIP engagements
- Develop and implement a comprehensive public relations and brand communication strategy
- Manage media relations, press releases, interviews, and public appearances
- Coordinate government, diplomatic, and high-level stakeholder events
- Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Operations to maximize event revenue
- Lead crisis communication and reputation management initiatives
- Manage event budgets, contracts, suppliers, and post-event evaluations
- Strategic communication and media handling
- Event planning excellence
- Strong negotiation and stakeholder management
- Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Hospitality Management, or related field
- Minimum 6 years' experience in events management and public relations, preferably in luxury hospitality
JOB-695b33fa28582 Vacancy title:
Events and Public Relations Manager Jobs at:
Pearl of Africa Hotel Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, February 4 2026 Duty Station:
Kampala | Kampala Summary
Date Posted: Monday, January 5 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed JOB DETAILS: Role Overview The Events & Public Relations Manager is responsible for positioning the hotel as a premier luxury destination for high profile events while safeguarding and enhancing the hotel's public image locally and internationally. Key Responsibilities - Plan, coordinate, and execute weddings, conferences, corporate functions, diplomatic events, and VIP engagements
- Develop and implement a comprehensive public relations and brand communication strategy
- Manage media relations, press releases, interviews, and public appearances
- Coordinate government, diplomatic, and high-level stakeholder events
- Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Operations to maximize event revenue
- Lead crisis communication and reputation management initiatives
- Manage event budgets, contracts, suppliers, and post-event evaluations
Qualifications & Experience - Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Hospitality Management, or related field
- Minimum 6 years' experience in events management and public relations, preferably in luxury hospitality
Core Competencies - Strategic communication and media handling
- Event planning excellence
- Strong negotiation and stakeholder management
Important Notes - Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
- Pearl of Africa Hotel is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any recruitment fees
- All information provided will be treated with strict confidentiality
Work Hours: 8 Experience in Months: 72 Level of Education: bachelor degree Job application procedure
Interested in applying for this job? pearlofafricahotel.com&form%5Bvalid-to%5D=Wednesday,%20February%204%202026">Click here to submit your application now. How to Apply Interested and suitably qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications electronically. Applicants Must Submit the Following: - A detailed and updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) outlining relevant professional experience and achievements
- A formal application letter clearly stating the position applied for and summarizing suitability for the role
- Certified copies of academic and professional qualifications
- At least two (2) professional referees, including current or most recent employer, with valid contact details
- A copy of a valid National ID or Passport (for identification purposes)
Submission All applications should be sent Subject Line Format: Position Applied For – Full Name (Example: Events & Public Relations Manager – Okurut Samuel) Application Deadline All applications must be submitted no later than Tuesday, 4th February 2026. Applications received after this date will not be considered.
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