Content Development Assistant (VIA AFRIKA) at Media24 (Pty) Ltd

Key responsibilities

The Content Development Assistant maintains the administrative processes of the division:

• General Assistant duties
• Administrative tasks ranging from working with Excel budgets and processes invoices to correspondence with authors and suppliers
• Research on request of Content Development Managers
• Quality assurance of developed materials including proofreading and copy-editing

Minimum qualifications and experience

• A degree with a major in an African language (non-negotiable)
• A publishing degree would be advantageous
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft 365 apps (Word; Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) (a proficiency test will be conducted)
• Very good knowledge of internet research techniques
• Excellent knowledge and experience working in OneDrive, Google Drive and using WeTransfer.

Skills and competencies

• Comfortable working with technology other than social media
• Ability to develop skills in new software in a self-directed manner after training
• Ability to work confidently with a variety of stakeholders
• High attention to detail and expert level of accuracy
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritise them effectively
• Good organisational skills
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Time management skills
• Working independently and in a team-based structure