Strategic Communications Officer — Academic Faculty

Stellenbosch University; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellenbosch University invites applications for a Communications Officer (Post Level 10) in the Faculty of AgriSciences, Dean's Office, on Stellenbosch Campus. This is a three-year fixed-term contract with a focus on turning complex academic work into clear, engaging content for diverse audiences.

The role centres on website management, newsletters, social media, and proactive internal and external communications in collaboration with departments and partners.

Qualifications

• A relevant national diploma or degree in communication, journalism, media, public relations, marketing, or a related field.
• At least three years' relevant experience in communications, journalism, digital media, content development, or a comparable environment.
• Excellent writing, editing, proofreading and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear and engaging content.

Responsibilities

• Managing and maintaining the Faculty of AgriSciences website with accurate, current content in collaboration with academic departments.
• Developing, writing, editing and publishing engaging content across digital platforms.
• Coordinating the monthly Faculty newsletter with an editorial calendar and sourced stories.

Skills

Content writing

Editing

Digital media

CMS management

Newsletter production

Social media

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Education

Degree in communication or related field

Tools

Microsoft 365

Content Management System (CMS)

Social media tools

Job description

Stellenbosch University invites applications for a Communications Officer (Post Level 10) in the Faculty of AgriSciences, Dean's Office, on Stellenbosch Campus. This is a three-year fixed-term contract with a focus on turning complex academic work into clear, engaging content for diverse audiences.

The role centres on website management, newsletters, social media, and proactive internal and external communications in collaboration with departments and partners.