Communications Manager

Location: Manila, Philippines Workplace: onsite inDrive Communications APAC is looking for a Communications Manager to lead public relations and communications activities in the Philippines. You will work closely with the APAC Lead and Senior Communications Manager on the planning, execution, and management of integrated PR and communications campaigns to strengthen brand visibility and engagement, while building strong media and stakeholder relationships across the market. You will have a holistic overview of the projects under your supervision and help establish the processes needed to manage and execute them effectively. Key Responsibilities Develop and lead PR and communications strategy for the Philippines, aligned with regional and company objectives Plan and manage the PR budget, and oversee project plans, timelines, deliverables, and KPIs across campaigns and activities Build and maintain strong relationships with local media, influencers, agencies, and key stakeholders Lead media coordination, interview scheduling, and journalist engagement Oversee press events, interviews, activations, and campaign logistics, including on-ground spokesperson management and media preparation Lead crisis communications planning, execution, and escalation processes Manage agencies’ and vendors’ work on PR projects and regular PR activities Coordinate project and asset delivery and approvals with key stakeholders across marketing, business, and other teams Monitor media coverage, industry trends, and competitor activity, and deliver reporting that shows the impact of communications work to stakeholders Represent inDrive at regional events and in communications with local media Collaborate with local stakeholders to align on and shape the country narrative Support the APAC PR team with planning, turning meeting discussions into clear plans and action points Skills, Knowledge & Expertise A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Communications, Journalism, or a related field A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in PR and external communications Proven hands-on experience leading crisis communications, from issue detection to media handling and stakeholder escalation Established relationships with Philippine national and local media, and strong understanding of the Philippine media landscape Experience in-house at a ride-hailing, delivery, or consumer tech company, or at a PR agency (international or local), is preferred Proven ability to independently develop, plan, and execute communications projects, and to manage a portfolio of short- and long-term initiatives Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Tagalog ; knowledge of Visayan languages (e.g., Hiligaynon, Cebuano) is a plus Strong budget management and reporting skills, including building KPI trackers and translating campaign data into clear stakeholder reporting Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-regional and cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and external partners A diplomatic team player who builds positive relationships and works effectively across the organization Proactive problem-solver who takes initiative and makes decisions autonomously Why join us Help us challenge injustice by creating fair choices for millions of people across 47 countries. Develop your professional skills with access to mentoring, career consulting, and learning programs. Collaborate with teams around the world and gain international experience through our Global Talent Exchange Program. Engage in company-wide challenges, awards, sports activities, employee-led social impact and volunteering projects. Work alongside people who take initiative, speak openly, and challenge themselves to grow. Improve your language skills through co-financed courses and internal speaking clubs. Final benefits may vary depending on the location.