MARKETING & COMMUNICATION EXECUTIVE

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Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort

At Avani, we’re all about finding that perfect balance — between cool and kind, design and function, service and privacy. We’ve built our hotels and resorts around this philosophy: vibrant social spaces that vibe with the day, stylish rooms that simply work, and honest, locally inspired food. We embrace an upbeat service culture that genuinely respects the art of hospitality.

With a growing portfolio across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Africa, and Australia, Avani is a brand on the move. If you take real pride in the little things — and believe that a warm welcome and a genuine smile make all the difference — you’ll fit right in here.

At Avani, we’re all about finding that perfect balance — between cool and kind, design and function, service and privacy. We’ve built our hotels and resorts around this philosophy: vibrant social spaces that vibe with the day, stylish rooms that simply work, and honest, locally inspired food. We embrace an upbeat service culture that genuinely respects the art of hospitality.

With a growing portfolio across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Africa, and Australia, Avani is a brand on the move. If you take real pride in the little things — and believe that a warm welcome and a genuine smile make all the difference — you’ll fit right in here.

Minor Hotels is an international hotel owner, operator, and investor with a portfolio of more than 536 hotels in operation. Minor Hotels passionately explores new possibilities in hospitality with a diverse portfolio of properties designed intelligently to appeal to different kinds of travelers, serving new passions as well as personal needs. Through our Anantara, Avani, Oaks, Elewana, Tivoli, NH Hotel Group, Four Seasons, St. Regis, Marriott, and Minor International properties, across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, the Indian Ocean, Europe, and South America.

Avani Hotels & Resorts is a vibrant upscale brand offering relaxed comfort and contemporary style. Avani was launched in response to an increasingly influential group of discerning travelers who appreciate stylish design and excellent service, but also demand great value. Avani hotels are designed for the way we travel now. And we think it’s all about balance. Balance between coolness and kindness, between design and function, and between service and privacy.

Avani+ is an uplifted extension of the Avani brand with Avani+ Fares being one of few within the brand and is the first such branded resort in the Maldives The resort will have 200 keys and multiple F&B outlets as well as Spa, Recreation Diving and Water Sports Facilities Avani teams pride themselves as Open-minded, Upbeat and Genuine.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of the hotel's facilities, services, operating hours, function venues, entertainment options, menus, floral arrangements, and daily activities.
• Prepare and distribute press releases highlighting hotel events, promotions, guest achievements, and associate-related activities.
• Coordinate the design and production of promotional materials, including posters, newsletters, flyers, brochures, and other marketing publications.
• Coordinate with photographers and oversee photography arrangements for VIP guests, hotel events, entertainment activities, and special occasions.
• Regularly monitor, update, and maintain the hotel's website and social media platforms to ensure accurate and engaging content.
• Provide administrative and operational support to the Marketing & Communications Department.
• Collaborate with other departments to coordinate guest lists, invitations, and arrangements for VIP receptions, luncheons, dinners, and special events.
• Respond to media and client enquiries, requests, and complaints in a professional and timely manner.
• Assist in hosting media representatives, organizing press conferences, and coordinating other media-related activities.
• Maintain and regularly update media contact databases and distribution lists for press releases, promotions, and special announcements.
• Manage and maintain the hotel's digital photo library, ensuring photographs and promotional materials are properly organized and updated.
• Monitor, analyse, and evaluate the effectiveness of marketing campaigns and promotional activities, providing feedback and recommendations for improvement.

 

Qualification

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience, preferably in a luxury hotel or resort.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong knowledge of social media management and digital marketing.
• Proficiency in Canva, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of photography, videography, and photo/video editing.
• Good understanding of public relations, media relations, and brand management.
• Excellent writing, proofreading, and content creation skills.
• Creative mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with different departments.
• Knowledge of additional foreign languages will be an added advantage.

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