Administrative Officer: Marketing, Media & Communication

UWC Sport; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 25 000 - 45 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an organized and proactive Administrative Officer to join their Marketing, Media & Communication team. This role involves supporting internal and external communication efforts, ensuring brand alignment and strategic messaging. You'll assist in planning and implementing media projects, working closely with creative teams to produce engaging content for various platforms. With a focus on enhancing public support and awareness, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful initiatives while developing your skills in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' experience in media, marketing, or communications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Monitor communication platforms and distribute approved content.
• Assist with media projects and campaigns, preparing reports.

Skills

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

National Higher Certificate or Equivalent

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Cloud

Job description

Title of Position

Administrative Officer: Marketing, Media & Communication

Post Number

9099

Faculty/Department

University of the Western Cape -> Rectorate -> Institutional Advancement

Type of Position

Permanent - Full Time

Length of Contract Period

Location

Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)

Closing Date

18/5/2025

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas

Institutional Advancement is committed to enhancing awareness, public support, and funding for the University through strategic alumni relations, communications, development initiatives, and special events.

The Media, Marketing and Communications Office plays a key role in shaping the University’s public image. The team provides high-quality communication services, public relations support, and strategic advice to UWC leadership, helping to strengthen the University’s brand and profile.

We are seeking an organised and proactive administrative assistant to support this dynamic team. The successful candidate will assist with internal and external communication efforts in line with the University’s Institutional Operating Plan, ensuring that all messaging is consistent, brand-aligned, and strategically targeted for the relevant audience.

The successful incumbent is responsible for the following Key Performance Areas:

Provide Communication Support

• Monitor internal and external communication platforms for relevant content.
• Distribute approved communications to internal stakeholders via official platforms.
• Archive media content for easy access and record-keeping.
  
  

Provide Project And Campaign Support

• Assist with planning, tracking and implementing media projects.
• Support media campaigns by monitoring performance and preparing reports and presentations.
• Conduct basic research to inform media strategies, including audience and channel analysis.
  
  

Content And Creative Support

• Work with creative teams to produce content for social media, newsletters, and the website.
  
  

Administrative Support

• Schedule meetings, maintain contact lists, and assist with media plan documentation.
• Provide day-to-day support for media events, campaigns and office operations.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Requirements: (Qualification and Experience)

• National Higher Certificate or Equivalent qualification at NQF Level 5
• At least two years of relevant work experience in an advancement, media, marketing, or communications environment.
• Experience using social media platforms in a professional context, with exposure to content creation, editing or writing for digital or print media.
  
  

Required competencies: (skills, knowledge and behavioural attributes):

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organisational and time management abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Professional conduct, with an understanding of confidentiality.
• Ability to use design tools (e.g. Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud) or content management systems will be an advantage.
  
  

In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.

DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.