Assistant Public Relations Officer at University of KwaZulu-Natal

• As a member of the College Public Relations team, the Assistant Public Relations Officer will be required to assist with the implementation of the College strategic marketing and public relations plan,
• in line with the University Strategy and College objectives. The incumbent will be expected to travel to all the University campuses, working closely with the College PR Team in their day to day operations and activities offering support and hands-on assistance as required by the PR Manager.
• Assistance and involvement includes but is not limited to, Graduation, Special Events, Conferences,
• Workshop, Open Days, the College social media platforms and other publicity campaigns and events. The hours of duty may, at times, involve after hours and weekend responsibilities.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A relevant three-year degree or diploma (marketing, journalism, public relations or communications);
• Two-year experience in the field of communications;
• Demonstrable experience in writing balanced and well researched articles (submit a portfolio of evidence with your application); and
• Two-year experience in coordinating corporate events.
• Relevant work experience in a Higher Education Institution