While immediate business priorities will include communications and public affairs work in the healthcare space, you will have the opportunity to work across APCO’s diverse client portfolio and to enhance your existing skills in corporate communication, crisis and issues management, stakeholder engagement, and digital/social media.

Key responsibilities:

• Support the development of compelling communications and content.
• Produce quality written materials including customised messaging, issue briefs, briefings, press materials, and social media content copywriting, and thought leadership initiatives, positioning clients as industry experts and leaders in their field
• Support client meetings and proposals, including brainstorming sessions, presentations and workshops
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless execution of integrated communication campaigns
• Proactively cultivate and own media relationships to support client needs across sectors
• Monitor media trends and external developments to identify opportunities and mitigate risks
• Support the development and execution of communication plans tailored to client needs and objectives.
• Actively participate in business development activities including writing proposals and developing pitch decks.
• Mentor interns and other junior staff

The ideal candidate will have:

• University degree preferably in Communications, Journalism, or a related field
• A minimum of 4 years’ experience in PR, strategic communications or media relations experience – consultancy experience would be highly desirable
• Project management experience and a proven ability to manage multiple projects and client initiatives in a fast-paced environment
• Experience developing and supporting strategic communications (corporate or financial communications, issues management, internal communications, crisis communications, etc.) across various industries and subject areas. Prior experience in the healthcare sector would be preferred
• Strong communication skills both written and oral
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills; ability to manage independent client relationships and communicate effectively by phone, email, and in-person
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, media databases and reporting tools, and managing social media content

What we bring you:
Frequently cited as one of the best places to work – and certified as a Most Loved Workplace® by the Best Practice Institute (BPI) in June 2024 – APCO offers a dynamic and engaging environment. You’ll have the chance to collaborate with smart, fun colleagues and work with teams across the globe.
With access to in-house expertise, creative resources, and other tools, you’ll be part of a team tackling some of the most interesting and challenging issues for leading organisations today.

APCO in Southeast Asia
APCO has strong expertise and extensive experience serving the healthcare, technology, philanthropy, agriculture, tourism, logistics and transportation sectors. We have established multiple partnerships across sectors, particularly those in the areas of sustainability, emerging technologies and health. APCO is an award-winning consultancy and has previously been named as one of the top firms to work for in Asia Pacific.
Our hub office in Singapore supports multinational companies and international organisations to governments and NGOs. Working closely with our regional teams, we offer intelligence and insights that help our clients navigate a complex and dynamic environment in markets that include Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines.