Welcome to PEP! PEP is Africa’s largest single brand retailer operating around 1800 stores in Southern Africa. As well as clothing and footwear, PEP sells homeware, FMCG, cellular and airtime products and also offers a range of other services such as cash-backs, Capfin (for loans), funeral policies, cross-border money transfers, selected bill payments, Fla...
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To provide support to the Communications Manager in aligning all internal communication with the company's business strategy, enhancing the employee experience, and promoting the Sikhula KunYe culture.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Event planning and coordinating - monthly info sessions, convention, office events, special events
Coordinate internal communications - including newsletters, company mailers, presentations, Intranet
Coordinating Corporate Social Investment - programme & activities, reporting
Media support - Intranet, Archive, Radio station support, external communication support
Administration/Adhoc tasks
Managing the Reception team
REQUIREMENTS
PR / Communication/ Journalism Diploma or Degree, or studying towards the qualification
3 - 5 years experience with PR / communication exposure
Corporate work experience will be an advantage
Retail experience will be an advantage
Experience with digital designing
Experience working with external newsletter agencies
Photographic experience will be an advantage
Event Management experience will be an advantage
Website management will be an advantage
Experience in leading a small team will be an advantage
Creativity - Aptitude for visual elements;
Excellent interpersonal skills
Financial aptitude
Computer literacy - Google Workspace (Intermediate)
Strong written communication ability and Presentation Skills
Editing skills - eg. Photoshop skills, such as image editing / Adobe Suite
Knowledge and understanding of video editing
Knowledge and understanding of PR (including writing; editing; compiling articles, etc.)
Copywriting & editing skills with a high attention to detail, great grammar & spelling
Knowledge and understanding of digital channels
Fast learner, Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Knowledge of sound, streaming and audio visual technology
Creative with an ability to create unique Dynamo experiences that might include digital channels
Licence & own transport required
Knowledge and ability to support team of receptionists, delegate tasks, problem-solving, and a keen understanding of customer service principles
Competencies: Devotion to quality, Dutifulness, Structuring, Creating support, Feedback, Social skills, Service Oriented, Initiative
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