(1549) Communications Assistant - ExMan at South African Reserve Bank

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Assist with implementing operational plans for communications and campaigns that support the South African Reserve Bank's (SARB) overall strategy and mandate.
• Carry out logistical and administrative tasks to support communications operational plans.
• Produce high-quality written and visual content for internal and external communications, including messages, memorandums, presentations and articles.
• Plan the division’s stakeholder meeting calendar in collaboration with other departments.
• Provide logistical support during the planning and execution of stakeholder events in collaboration with other departments.
• Act as the first point of contact for internal and external communications, particularly with respect to feedback from the public and staff.
• Maintain and update the division’s filing system and records, particularly regarding queries from the public and staff.
• Source and analyse data for internal reporting purposes to help identify the strengths, weaknesses and opportunities within the communications strategy.
• Adhere to approved processes for all communications activities.

Qualifications

To be considered for this position, candidates must:

• be in possession of a Higher Certificate (NQF 5) in English, Communications or a related specialisation;
• have experience using design tools such as Canva and the Adobe suite (will be an added advantage);
• have at least two to three years’ experience in one or more of the following areas: communications, marketing, public relations, editing, journalism or other relevant experience.