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| Strategic Communications | ||
Over 20 years of experience in the electronic and print media with specialization in Perception Management, Issue Advertising and Crisis Communication. This comprehensive media knowledge allows for the favorable handling of media relations with the National as well as the Regional media to always protect and if and when needed to project the clients image and reputation with their diverse stakeholders in the government, civil society and of course the local communities where they operate. We understand where advertising fits into a broad communications/government relations strategy and how to use best leverage ads creatively to “frame the big picture” around an issue. Message development, dissemenation and deployment is supplemented with appropriate visual articulation and execution. This is further enhanced with carefully strategized medi buying for maximum outreach and effect to influentials and target audiences in the most cost effective manner. Comprehensive Corporate Communications designed to tangibly benefit companies’ operations and enhance their investor relations with internal as well as external stakeholders is an added strength. Providing appropriate Crisis Communication Spokesperson services in times of challenges or full-blown crisis management is a core specialty. |
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Extensive experience in working closely with all tiers of the Pakistan government (District, Provincial and Federal) on Issue Management (both commercial and socio / political) for foreign Multi National Companies operating in Pakistan. A core specialization is facilitating the processing industry in particular the E&P sector operating in Pakistan’s most remote and vulnerable areas. Close to a decade of experience in Networking, Lobbying and Advocacy on behalf of prestigious national and international clients with the host country regulators and policy makers. Building, nurturing and sustaining a diverse and strong network of Government contacts for companies based on a long term perspective of mutual respect and cooperation. Obtaining difficult government approvals and negotiating favorable government terms for profitable operations has been the hallmark of my career.
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| Stakeholder Management | ||
a) Community Relations & Land Acquisition Comprehensive understanding of the complexities of tribal/feudal culture and socio-political institutions and their interrelationship with governance issues. Assist companies in liaising with indigenous communities on all sensitive issues such as land negotiations and acquisitions, local employment, income generation etc by establishing an effective two way dialogue between all internal and external interfaces so that the core vision of the organization is communicated effectively. At the same time, effectively making the organization understand the social, cultural, economic and political ethos prevailing in the community by constantly monitoring public opinion and making strategy accordingly. b) Civil Society / NGO’s Extensive experience in working with Civil Society Organizations on a host of development issues such as poverty alleviation, rural/ urban development, community mobilization, micro enterprise development, educational issues and issues pertaining to women and children. A decade of interaction, with donor agencies and representatives, has given an insight into studying the latest development paradigms, and articulating Pakistan’s perspective on various development issues. c) Law enforcement: Extensive experience in dealing with security related matters especially in the E & P sector provides an added perspective to stakeholder management. A very strong network of good working relations with Federal and Provincial law enforcement personnel and agencies has been built over the years and is utilized to benefit the organizations served.
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"Your dedication, energy and professionalism helped gain positive attention to the important work of the program and our partners were very grateful for your assistance.”
Sandra Houston
Resident Country Director NDI