Communications Coordinator

SUMMARY:

A leader in its industry is currently seeking for an experienced Communications Coordinator to join their team.

The main function of this role is to assist with the delivery of Integrated Communications Strategy and provide communication and administrative support to the Communications team, to achieve improved communication, member-centricity and an enhanced brand and reputation.

POSITION INFO:

The successful applicant duties include but is not limited to:

Administration and project support

• Assist the Communication department with administration duties including Fraxion requests, processing of invoices and cost estimate development.
• Assist in arranging logistics and end-to-end production for internal events.
• Check that all communication messages to be sent out are aligned with the communications strategy.
• Assist with the development of communication content, as required, by setting up relevant engagements i.e. Media releases, stakeholder engagements, speeches, boilerplates etc. in order to achieve stipulated objectives.
• Support to Communications with regards to quality control during content development.
• Edit and contribute to all formal and informal publications (newsletters, annual report, member guide etc.)
• Provide project administration support on fund-wide initiatives and projects i.e. integrated report, member research and video production
• Support the development of member communication

Internal Communications

• Provide design support for internal communication requirements on an ad hoc basis.
• Provide inputs to internal communications processes, making recommendations for improvement to relevant stakeholders and assisting in the implementation.
• Provide assistance in executing internal campaigns in partnership with internal clients and external service providers.

Media relations and social media

• Support the team with Crisis Management by working with media/crisis management agencies in the management and/or prevention of crises.
• Draft media responses in consultation with relevant subject matter expert(s).
• Support the Communications Manager with external communications requirements/projects.
• Coordinate external media relations events i.e. media roundtables and press conferences as well as management thought leadership and media release development.
• Support to Communications department and business for branding requirements and marketing opportunities.
• Support the Communications department in delivering the social media strategy

Minimum Requirements:

• Diploma in Marketing, Marketing, Communications or related discipline
• 2-3 years job-related and relevant experience (preferably in a corporate communication role or a communications agency).
• Basic knowledge of brand management, public relations, marketing and integrated communication strategies
• Analytical skills and research ability
• Skilled in working with visual communication software and presentation packages, overall computer literacy
• Computer literacy (MS office and related packages)
• Knowledge and passion of social media platforms
• Graphic design and digital marking is Advantageous

Should you meet the above requirements, please upload your CV onto our website --------Please upload your CV here-------->. [CV’S VIA EMAIL WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED]

The full job spec will be provided to shortlisted candidates only.

Candidates will be required to go through assessments, background and vetting processes if shortlisted .

Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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