Communications Officer

Placements24; Riverton (UT); Sur place; USD 15 000 - 27 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Salary package

Medical aid

Pension

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Communications Officer for an established educational institution. On-site in Upington, you will craft clear internal and external messaging, manage media relations and content creation, and collaborate with faculty and staff.

The role requires a bachelor's in Communications or related field, 1-3 years in communications, strong writing and editing, social media and CMS familiarity, and excellent organizational skills. Benefits include salary, medical aid, and pension.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in communications, public relations, or a related role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong editing and proofreading abilities.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and content management systems.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Interest in the education sector is advantageous.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills.

Responsabilités

• Assist in developing and implementing communication plans.
• Write and edit content for the institution's website, newsletters, social media, and other publications.
• Support media relations activities, including responding to inquiries and coordinating interviews.
• Manage the institution's social media accounts, posting updates and engaging with followers.
• Help organize and promote institutional events.
• Maintain communication databases and contact lists.
• Ensure consistency in brand messaging and institutional identity.
• Provide administrative support to the communications department.
• Monitor and report on media coverage and communication effectiveness.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and students on communication projects.

Connaissances

Writing skills

Editing

Verbal communication

Social media

Organizational skills

Teamwork

MS Office

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Outils

CMS

MS Office

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a well-established educational institution, is seeking a Communications Officer to join their administrative team. This role is responsible for supporting the institution's communication needs, including internal and external messaging, media liaison, and content creation. The ideal candidate will be proficient in crafting clear and engaging communications for various audiences and will have a good understanding of media relations principles. This position is based on-site in Upington, Northern Cape , offering a stable and rewarding role within the education sector. We are looking for an organized and proactive individual with excellent writing and interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing communication plans.
• Write and edit content for the institution's website, newsletters, social media, and other publications.
• Support media relations activities, including responding to inquiries and coordinating interviews.
• Manage the institution's social media accounts, posting updates and engaging with followers.
• Help organize and promote institutional events.
• Maintain communication databases and contact lists.
• Ensure consistency in brand messaging and institutional identity.
• Provide administrative support to the communications department.
• Monitor and report on media coverage and communication effectiveness.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and students on communication projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in communications, public relations, or a related role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong editing and proofreading abilities.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and content management systems.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Interest in the education sector is advantageous.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical aid, and a pension fund.
• Employees benefit from a stable work environment within the educational sector in Upington, Northern Cape , with opportunities for professional development and further training. The role provides a chance to contribute to the institution's mission and engage with the local community.
• Additional benefits include paid annual leave and access to institutional resources.