Press Officer
We’re looking for an experienced Press Officer to handle our media relations in Ghana.
About us
With over 150 million customers in 45+ countries, Bolt is one of the fastest-growing tech companies in Europe and Africa. And it's all thanks to our people.
We believe in creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or disability.
Our ultimate goal is to make cities for people, not cars, and we need your help to achieve this mission!
About the role
Your daily adventures will include:
- Owning media relations in Ghana, which involves forming and maintaining good relationships with journalists, proactively pitching stories and press releases to the press, responding to media inquiries, and staffing interviews/press events.
- Content writing.
- Working together with policy, marketing and social media teams on integrated campaigns.
- Training spokespeople, ensuring Bolt spokespeople are prepared to represent the company during media engagements and public events.
- Managing communication crises if and when they arise.
About you:
- You are passionate about PR and the impact shared mobility can have on better cities.
- You’ve been working in PR for at least 5 years, creating a network of journalists along the way.
- You thrive in an environment with many challenges by leveraging a “get-it-done” attitude.
- Your written and spoken English are flawless.
- You’ve been building and executing PR strategies with a proven track record of driving long-term narratives in the public space.
- You have excellent project management and reporting skills.
- You feel at home in environments where teamwork and aligning with stakeholders is key.
Experience is great, but what we really look for is drive, intelligence, and integrity. So even if you don’t tick every box, please consider applying if you feel you’re the kind of person described above!
Become part of our Marketing team
Working closely with the Product and Operations teams, our Marketing team is responsible for bringing the Bolt brand to life. From managing media coverage and ensuring the visibility and consistency of our brand all over the globe to user acquisition and retention — the marketing team covers all bases.
Why you’ll love it here:
- Play a direct role in shaping the future of mobility.
- Impact millions of customers and partners in 500+ cities across 45 countries.
- Work in fast-moving autonomous teams with some of the smartest people in the world.
- Accelerate your professional growth with unique career opportunities.
- Get a rewarding salary and stock option package that lets you focus on doing your best work.
- Enjoy the flexibility of working in a hybrid mode.
- Take care of your physical and mental health with our wellness perks.
*Some perks may differ depending on your location.