Marketing and Communications Officer, Durban, R459k

2 weeks ago

Durban, South Africa Khomeliwa Consulting Full time

**Marketing and Communications Officer, Durban, R459k - R611k p/a (Non-EE Vacancy)**

Our client is a Governmental organisation in the Local Government sector and they seek the services of the Marketing and Communications Officer to be based at their KZN provincial Office in Durban.

THIS WILL BE A PERMANENT APPOINTMENT

**This is an equal-opportunity vacancy without preference to any group of people. All deserving South Africans are encouraged to apply.**

**ROLE OVERVIEW**

Reporting to the Manager: Strategic Support & Analytics the Officer: Communications and Marketing, is required to have a finger on the pulse on news breaking developments in the sector to enable THE ORGANISATION to respond in a timeous and relevant manner to protect the interests of municipalities and to stay abreast of developments in the LG Sector and to brainstorm ways in which to communicate and market THE ORGANISATION

**THE CANDIDATE PROFILE**
- High degree of self-management, pro-activeness and creativity; Strong communication, organisational and influencing skills;
- A dynamic, motivated self-starter with high levels of emotional maturity;
- Results driven individual;
- Strong analytical ability coupled with sound problem-solving skills; and
- Proven reports on communication / marketing campaigns.

**QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE**
- Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism or Communications (Including mass communication), Marketing, or any other related field;
- At least 3 years’ relevant experience in a content development and/or editing position for a business and conducting developmental and substantive language edits on technical material;
- Demonstrates a sound understanding of the Local Government Sector;
- Sound track record in effectively managing stakeholder engagements at all levels;
- Proven Records of publications (print/ electronic);
- May be required to travel;
- Valid Driver’s License.

**KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS**

**Planning & Coordination**: Assist with administration duties of communication and marketing team e.g. expediting requisitions to supply chain management; in collaboration with the Editor, responsible for the content and appearance of each edition; publishing newsletter on intranet; sourcing and formatting images.

**Research & Analysis**: Assist in analysing communication and marketing data (campaign results, conversion rates, traffic etc.) to help shape future marketing strategies; assist in developing and organise ideas derived from online/offline research; brainstorm ideas for communication and marketing campaigns with team under the guidance of the Manager: Strategic Support and Analytics / Director: Marketing and Communications

**Monitoring and Evaluation**: Ensure that policies, communication and marketing guidelines are adhered to by THE ORGANISATION staff; monitor the effectiveness and impact of the communication and marketing campaigns and develop and implement corrective actions to improve.

**Sound Governance and Risk Management**: Anticipate and identify reputational and other risks in the production and communication of content and take corrective actions to mitigate the risks in a proactive manner; uphold sound corporate governance principles in the day-to-day work and comply with policies, procedures and standards.

**REMUNERATION**

R459k - R611K p/a plus the usual public sector benefits.

**HOW TO APPLY**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: R459,000.00 - R611,000.00 per year

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