| Position: | Temporary Communications Officer |
| Department: | Corporate Services |
| Manager/Supervisor: | HOD: Corporate Services |
| Position Status: | Temporary (6 Months Contract) |
| Grade | P07 |
| Position Reference Code | COMM2024 |
Freedom Park is a national monument and heritage destination dedicated to honouring all those who gave their lives in the struggles for freedom. It is established as a cultural institution reporting to the Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture and is situated at Salvokop, on the southern tip of Pretoria. Freedom Park is looking for ethical individuals who have a passion to contribute to national reconciliation and social cohesion. Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the temporary position of Communications Officer.
JOB SUMMARY
To plan, co-ordinate and execute the communications activities of Freedom Park so as to maximise the exposure of the brand of the monument to multiple audiences across different platforms.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
| Implement and monitor all communications activities on behalf of the organisation.Distribute messaging across multiple communication platforms.Ensure maximum exposure for the organisation on traditional media platforms (radio, television, and print media), online, as well as social media. Be responsible for internal communication, external communication, and media relations.Monitor and evaluate the impact of the organisation’s communication strategy.Monitor the coverage of the organisation on multiple platforms and compile reports on all communication activities.Lead in the identification of communication opportunities for the organisation.Conduct stakeholder mapping analysis and develop stakeholder database, as well as managing stakeholder relations. |
PREREQUISITE
- A bachelor’s degree or national diploma
- 3 Years experience in communications, media relations, or journalism.
COMPETENCY IN THE FOLLOWING
- Computer literacy (MS Office).
- Problem solving and analytical skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Creative thinking.
Applications from internal candidates must be on internal application form.
Applications must be emailed to: hr@freedompark.co.za.
All applications must contain a curriculum vitae, certified copies of educational certificates and/or other qualifications, and identity document. Kindly insert the job reference code on the subject line when applying for the position.
Successful applicants will be subjected to a verification/security clearance.
Closing date is 22nd of March 2024.
NB: If you do not receive any response within 14 days of closing days, please assume that your application was not successful.
Correspondence will only be with shortlisted candidates.
