Job Description

POSITION: Public Relations & Communication Officer

LEVEL: C4

REPORTS TO: National Manager: Fundraising and Marketing

JOB PURPOSE

The purpose of this role is to co-ordinate and administer the marketing, public relations and communications activities of the Fundraising and Marketing department.

JOB SPECIFICATION

MES is looking for a Public Relations and Communications Officer to support the organisations national team and who can satisfy the following criteria:

A dedicated committed and self-motivated person Flexible regarding working hours Able to work under pressure, can meet demanding deadlines and has a strong attention to detail Able to work with limited supervision Come up with new innovative ideas and suggestions that can benefit the Fundraising and Marketing department Be an effective and a good team player Be assertive and confident Strong computer and administrative skills Good command of English, especially written; Must have public speaking experience

PUBLIC RELATIONS (BROADER PUBLIC AND MEDIA) RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage and co-ordinate all PR and media activities for MES events and campaigns.

Content development and coordination of all MES newsletters and manage distribution to all stakeholders.

Coordinate the MES website and Social Media activities and ensure content update and editing to speak to targeted audiences.

Coordinate implementation of the MES media strategy and communication plan for the national organisation and special events.

Develop, update the MES promotional and branding pack and coordinate implementation and distribution across branches - this pack includes promotional and branding materials developed in liaison with the national guidelines.

Compile press releases on an ongoing basis.

Assist with site visits on an ongoing basis.

PUBLIC RELATIONS (INTERNAL AND LOCAL COMMUNITY):

Ensure branding policy is updated and implemented including the branding at all MES buildings and MES communication. Manage and develop content for communication products including MES' brochures, leaflets, and posters. Develop a strategy to manage and file photographs and video material to be utilised in all PR strategies.

CORPORATE AND OPERATIONAL WORK ETHOS RESPONSIBILTIES:

Conduct business according to the agreed MES policies and procedures. Submit monthly report on all activities conducted. Attend the regular Fundraising and Marketing meetings and other meetings scheduled to ensure the smooth running of the department. Ensure that accurate back-ups are done on all Marketing, PR and Communications activities. Develop and update relevant SOPS linked to job profile.

REQUIREMENTS

Recognised qualification in PR and Marketing or sufficient practical experience to prove a deep knowledge and understanding of public relations and communication practices Confident Public Speaker Good interpersonal skills Valid experience in working with public and the media Clean Driver's License Must have knowledge and experience of working with MS Office Suite Knowledge of design programmes such as Canva a benefit to design and create web, social media and media content Successful track record of initiating, planning and strategically implementing comprehensive communication plans on different platforms internally and externally to the company Can demonstrate experience in researching and evaluating information, preparing concise, well-organised reports, summaries, correspondence, policy documents and personalised letters Strong interpersonal skills. Can work comfortably with a variety of individuals at all levels inside and outside of the organisation Must be self-motivated, detail orientated and able to work to deadlines Expert negotiation skills and ability to develop and implement persuasive ideas and techniques for prospective donors Monitor and analyse current PR events, public opinions and press and identifies trends and issues that affect MES as a whole Keep track of all publications outlining MES activities Must reside in Johannesburg and work from HO

APPLICATIONS:

email your CV to

vacancies@mes.org.za

CLOSING DATE: 25 April 2025

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: R20000,00 - R205000,00 per month

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 2025/04/25