SAIIA is seeking a passionate and driven individual to join its Communications department. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in digital communications and develop a career in research communications. The role entails supporting the Digital Communications Manager to implement and execute a range of communications activities.
This position is based at SAIIA’s headquarters in Johannesburg, under a hybrid work arrangement.
Communications Officer Ref: CO032024 (2-year contract, with possibility of renewal | Salary range, depending on experience: R264,000 to R300,000 p.a. negotiable)
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the SAIIA website, ensuring content is up to date, accurately categorised and optimised for high discoverability.
- Assist the Digital Communications Manager with creating and scheduling content for various digital platforms, including social media channels, website, and email newsletters.
- Support the Events team in maximising publicity for SAIIA’s events, webinars, and public engagements.
- Assist with reporting on digital performance (collecting and analysing metrics from Google Analytics, media monitoring).
- Manage media requests and help the Communications team to build the media database.
- Contribute to amplifying the impact of SAIIA’s work by keeping abreast of industry trends and best practices to optimise digital communication strategies.
- Support the execution of SAIIA’s overall media and communication objectives.
- Administrative support to the Digital Communications Manager.
Requirements:
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Communications, Journalism or a related field.
- A minimum of 2 years of work experience in a similar role.
- Experience working with websites, including knowledge of content management systems, is essential.
- Familiarity with social media platforms and digital marketing tools is advantageous.
- Proficiency in MS Office.
- Basic knowledge of graphic design tools (e.g. Canva) will be advantageous.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organisational skills.
To apply, submit a motivational letter clearly quoting the reference number of the position that you are applying for, your CV and names of three referees with their contact details to recruitment@saiia.org.za.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be called in for an interview.
Due to the high volume of submissions received, applications for this vacancy are now closed (26 March 2024).
Preference will be given to South African citizens and employment equity candidates. SAIIA reserves the right not to make an appointment.