Communication Officer Somerset West

Peoplefinder Career Placements; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Peoplefinder Career Placements is seeking a Communications Officer to drive the ethical and sustainability programme within the Agriculture Industry. The role focuses on producing high-quality communications, managing newsletters, and maintaining digital records.

The candidate will oversee website content, social media, and events, while coordinating trainings and producing reports and marketing materials. Strong writing, editing, and project management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Matric with a qualification in Communications.
• A tertiary qualification in language.
• Knowledge of database management and recordkeeping practices.
• Knowledge of software applications.
• Website and graphic design knowledge with Canva and WordPress.

Responsibilities

• Implementing and executing the Communication Plan and Digital Recordkeeping.
• Compiling, editing, translating, and distributing newsletters via MailChimp and other communications.
• Ensuring all outgoing communication meets high-quality standards and is proofread.
• Compiling annual reports and marketing materials.
• Keeping website content current and relevant.
• Assisting with website updates and streamlining.
• Assisting with administration and oversight of Capacity Building/training programs.
• Editing and reviewing articles, contracts, and reports.
• Compiling and maintaining databases for communication purposes.
• Ensuring regular and up-to-date social media communications.
• Coordinating and scheduling of training events and program logistics.
• Managing registrations, attendance, and administration for training events.

Skills

Communication

Editing

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Social media management

Database management

MailChimp

WordPress

Canva

Education

Matric with a qualification in Communications

Tertiary qualification in language

Tools

MailChimp

WordPress

Canva

Job description

Communication Officer

Our client in the Agriculture Industry requires the services of a Communication Officer to play a crucial role in their ethical and sustainability programme.

Duties & Responsibilities

Key performance areas:

• Implementing and executing the Communication Plan and Digital Recordkeeping.
• Compiling, editing, translating, and distributing newsletters via MailChimp and other communications.
• Ensuring all outgoing communication meets high-quality standards and is proofread.
• Compiling annual reports and marketing materials.
• Keeping website content current and relevant.
• Assisting with website updates and streamlining.
• Assisting with administration and oversight of Capacity Building/training programs.
• Editing and reviewing articles, contracts, and reports.
• Compiling and maintaining databases for communication purposes.
• Ensuring regular and up-to-date social media communications.
• Coordinating and scheduling of training events and program logistics.
• Managing registrations, attendance, and administration for training events.
• Understanding the fundamentals and principles to answer stakeholder questions through the review of SAQs.
• Assisting with day-to-day administrative and operational functions.
• Supporting office events and activities.
• Tracking data on social media platforms and compiling regular statistics and reports.
• Maintaining a professional company profile in external communications and engagements.
• Coordinating and strategising articles and communications for external publications.
• Coordinating and strategising event attendance.

Desired Experience & Qualification

The successful candidate must have:

• Matric with a qualification in Communications.
• A tertiary qualification in language.
• Knowledge of database management and recordkeeping practices.
• Knowledge of software applications.
• Website and graphic design supported with knowledge of Canva and WordPress.
• Experience working with MailChimp.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Attention to detail and the ability to provide support to the company, including general operational duties.
• Proven skills to work on technical (IT) platforms.
• Excellent written, editing, and oral communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple projects at a time.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

If you do send an email to the recruiter directly: please state the position you are applying for.

Package & Remuneration

To be discussed during the interview stage.