Job Description

Advertising

• Advertise ARC products and services on select media platforms that relate to participation at events, publications and relevant platforms.
• Comply with marketing and communication strategies.
• Comply with corporate identity and messaging.

Physical/Virtual Events

• Showcase ARC products and services at relevant stakeholder events (e.g. agricultural shows) and platforms.

Stakeholder Management and Admin

• Ongoing engagement with key stakeholders regarding scheduled and ad hoc events and advertising.

Communication

• Responding to enquiries both telephonically and by e-mail.
• Communication with relevant stakeholders.

Events

• Sharing the enquiries desk.
• Download images of events for library of engagements.

• National Diploma or bachelors degree in marketing, Public Relations and Communications or related field.
• 3-5 years experience in a similar role.
• Track record in Digital Media, Communication, Public Relations and Marketing.
• Knowledge of online marketing and social media strategies.
• Ability to stay up to date with the latest multimedia and social media platforms and trends.
• Experience in a scientific research environment will be an added advantage.
• Creativity and ability to undertake marketing research.
• Global mindset and relationship building expertise and skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to write and capture engaging and compelling content.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in the MS Office suite.
• Professional membership: Marketing Association of South Africa (MASA) registration at Associate Marketer level will be an added advantage.
• Valid drivers licence (code 08/EB).

Enquiries: Ms. J Peter, Email: PeterJ@arc.agric.zaClosing Date for Applications: 28 February 2025A competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance (as well as competency and leadership assessments).Preference will be given to designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.Applications accompanied by a covering letter, detailed CV with at least three recent (3) contactable referees, certified copies of certificates, supporting documents and a copy of drivers license must be attached on the form.A SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months probation period. The organisation reserves the right not to appoint.

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