Public Diplomacy and Information Officer

2 weeks ago


Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Embassy of Ireland, South Africa Full time

Public Diplomacy and Information Officer

Embassy of Ireland, Pretoria
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Our mission is to promote and protect abroad the values, interests and economic well-being of Ireland and its people. We do this under the political direction of our Ministers, through our staff at home and through our Embassy network abroad._


The Embassy of Ireland, Pretoria is seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic and hardworking person with excellent communication and interpersonal skills to fill a full-time Public Diplomacy and Information Officer position.


Roles and Responsibilities:

The precise range of duties will vary over time according to the needs of the Embassy, but will include the following:

  • Devising and executing imaginative PR and public diplomacy campaigns in support of key Embassy priorities and programmes;
  • Developing network of media and PR contacts, and engaging proactively with media to secure coverage for Embassy in print and broadcast media;
  • Strengthening the Embassy's knowledge on topics of interest, including relevant political, economic and development issues, through monitoring and analysis of media coverage and communications of findings to Embassy teams;
  • Daytoday management of Embassy's social media channels and website;
  • Stay abreast of media coverage and discussions of political developments and of priority issues under the Embassy Strategy in South Africa and the region.
  • Providing event management support for key Embassy events;
  • Development of an Embassy events schedule in consultation with Embassy teams to plan a series of events to further the Embassy's objectives and raise awareness of priority issues;
  • Coordination of logístical and other arrangements for successful delivery of events schedule;
  • Reporting on events and media engagements undertaken and their impact;
  • Support to Embassy teams (consular, development, political, trade and economic, and systems and operations) in the identification of public diplomacy and outreach opportunities and in the design and delivery of appropriate web and social media content.
  • A relevant primary degree.
  • A minimum of 3 years' experience in a communications role.
  • Strong basic IT skills.
  • Strong results focus.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills (including computer literacy).
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently (selfstarter) and as part of a team.
  • Proven ability to collate and distil large amounts of information, summarizing findings to be used for management decisions and planning.
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All applicants must have a permanent legal right to reside and work in South Africa._

Desirable:

  • Master's degree in a related field.
  • Experience of working for an Embassy or INGO.
  • Experience in executing social media campaigns and in event management.
  • Experience in advocacy and policy influencing
  • A good understanding of the role of the Department of Foreign Affairs and the Embassy and previous experience in a diplomatic mission is desirable, but not essential.

Terms and Conditions:

  • Primary work location: Embassy of Ireland, Pretoria
  • Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week, with standard office hours from 8am to 16.30pm. Occasional late working or attendance at workrelated events outside of working hours is required. Occasional travel is required.
  • The Salary for the position is ZAR 558,842.40 per annum (Base Point of the relevant Salary Scale).
  • Start date: 01/06/2023.
  • Benefits: Medical Aid

How to apply

Applications must be received by 16h30 hrs. (Local time) on 24 May 2023.

Selection Process:

  • A skills test may be included in the recruitment process;
  • A second interview may be included in the recruitment process; and

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

All personal information received will be kept in line with GDPR guidelines.

Security Clearance for Local Staff
Police security clearance will be sought in respect of individuals who come under consideration for appointment.

Enquiries may also be made with the police force of any country in which the applicant under consideration for appointment resided.

If unsuccessful this information will be destroyed. If the applicant subsequently comes under consideration for another position they will be required to supply this information again.
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Please note that canvassing will disqualify applicants._
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The Embassy of Ireland Pretoria is committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity._

Job Types:
Full-time, Contract

Contract length: 36 months

Salary:
From R558,842.40 per year

COVID-19 considerations:
Reduced number of staff at the Chancery, Frequent hand washing and sanitizing, Wearing of masks, temperature screening.

Education:

  • Honours (required)

Experience:

  • Strong basic IT skills: 2 years (required)
  • Experience of working for an Embassy or

NGO:
2 years (required)

Application Deadline: 2023/05/24

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