MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
A minimum of diploma (NQF 6) in Public Relations/ Communication/ Journalism/ Film and Television and/or Marketing; (attach transcript)
New entrants into the Public Relations/Communications environment (in other words, applicants must not have previously worked or held a Public Relations / Communication internship position)
Basic understanding of Public Relations / Communication
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel; software
Willingness to learn Public Relations / Communication
Ability to liaise effectively with various stakeholders
Must be a South African citizen
DUTIES
Assist in conducting interviews with staff, students, alumni and other stakeholders to support institutional news reporting
Assist in identifying, researching and writing institutional news stories for publication on the University website, intranet, newsletters and other communication platforms
Assist with the implementation of marketing and brand awareness campaigns
Assist with planning, coordination and communication of university events
Support student recruitment activities, including school outreach, open days, career exhibitions and the distribution of recruitment information
Assist in capturing high-quality photographs and videos of University events,ceremonies, campaigns and institutional activities
Assist in planning, shooting and editing promotional videos, interviews, documentaries and social media content
Assist in producing short-form digital content for the University's social media platforms and website
Assist with alumni engagement activities, alumni database administration, event coordination and communication with graduates
Support the planning and implementation of social media campaigns and assist with the preparation of social media copy and content schedules
Assist with social media monitoring and the compilation of media coverage reports
Maintain organized records of news articles, photographs, publications, campaign material and other departmental content
Provide general administrative and coordination support across the communications, Marketing, Alumni Relations, Student Recruitment and Events functions
Perform any other related duties assigned by the supervisor