COMMUNICATIONS CO-ORDINATOR
Rosebank College
Johannesburg, Gauteng
Permanent
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Posted 26 September 2024 - Closing Date 03 October 2024

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Job Description

                                                                                                     

 At IIE Rosebank College, part of the Independent Institute of Education, we pride ourselves on being one of South Africa's leading private higher education institutions. For over 70 years, we have provided quality tertiary education to over 23,000 students in vibrant urban environments across the country. As we continue to grow and innovate, we are excited to offer unique opportunities for passionate individuals to join our dedicated team. If you’re looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students and contribute to an institution that values excellence and connection, we want to hear from you!

Campus/Business Unit:
Braamfontein

Direct Reporting Line:
Campus Head

Job Purpose:

To assist in developing and maintaining the campuses reputation and public image. This may be done in many ways including media relations, social media presence and planning events that enhance the student experience.

Key Performance Area:

Media Relations                                                                                                                                                     

·          Networking with media at campus events.                                                      

·          Liaise with the National office in any crisis management situations (PR/media).                                                                                                       

Brand Identity                                                                                                                                    

·          Understand the Brand identity and ensure that it is consistently applied to all campus elements including posters, flyers and campus look and feel as well as to ensure that all campus communication is geared towards maintaining a positive Brand reputation.         

                                                                                               

Management of PR Related Service Providers                                                                                                          

·          Identifying and selecting campus service providers which will provide services for the PR portfolio. This includes and is not limited to photographers, printers, sound technicians etc.

 

General Administration                                                                                                                                   

·          Compiling annual and monthly events calendars.                                                                      

·          Compiling reports after major events.                                                                        

·          Managing the campus PR budget.

                                                                                                           

Events Management                                                                                                                                         

·          Ensure the planning and implementation of comprehensive and balanced social, cultural and community engagement brand relevant events both on and off campus that will in turn positively impact on the marketing of the campus to prospective student.                                                 

·          Identifying, building, and maintaining strong media relationships within the community and region in which the campus is located.                                                                                                 

·          Output of monthly (targeted number) media releases and or caption stories for internal and external use, to reach annual campus PR exposure/publicity target.                                                

·          Networking with media at campus events.                                                                              

·          Liaise with the National office in any crisis management situations (PR/media).                                                                                                       

Team Support                                                                                                                                     

·          Assist the Head: Student Services and Student Relations Manager (SRM) in running community engagement and awareness campaign events on and off campus. Alternatively, plan and implement community engagement and awareness campaigns where a campus does not have a SRM.                      

·          Support the Academic Operations Centres of Excellence with events such as graduation.                    

·          Offer support related to Public Relations to other departments that may need it, when requested by a senior manager.      

                                                                                               

Social Committee Management                                                                                                                                    

·          Recruitment and management of the Social Committee to encourage student participation to ensure students receive a full and well-rounded experience at The IIE's Rosebank College.                               

·          Provide accurate reporting of all social, cultural and community engagement events within the time frames provided.                                                                                                        

Education:

·          BA degree in Corporate Communications, or PR/Marketing degree or diploma or equivalent.

Work Experience:

·          Minimum of 3 years in any of the following: PR, Events and communication Engagement, Social media Management, Media writing liaison.

·          Ideal Experience in a tertiary educational institution

Other special requirements

·          Drivers Licence and own transport.

·          Saturday work is required.

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