Manager: Marketing and Communications - Department of TuksSport at University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria

The incumbent will be responsible for:

• Developing and executing integrated marketing, brand and communication strategies to enhance the visibility, brand equity and commercial value of TuksSport, TuksSport High School and the High-Performance Centre,
• Digital and brand management across all sporting codes and platforms,
• Developing and executing sponsorships and fundraising initiatives whilst ensuring a high return on investment (ROI) for partners and stakeholders,
• Creating sportainment value for TuksSport and implementing strategies that enhance fan and brand experience,
• Developing and maintaining strategic alliances with stakeholders and media relations, 
• Providing strategic leadership to the marketing department

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations or a related field

At least four years of experience in the following:

• Marketing
• Communications and public relations
• Brand Management
• Human resources management
• Code 8 Driver’s license

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Postgraduate Diploma/honours degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations or related field

Four years’ experience in either of the following

• Sport marketing in an organisation/agency/club
• Sport event management
• Sponsorships