Marketing & Communications Manager at Agribusiness Development Agency

Minimum requirements

• Must have completed matric.
• A relevant Degree/Diploma in Communication & Marketing, or related field of study
• Minimum 4 years appropriate working experience, minimum 2 years’ experience in management position
• Experience in the facilitation, developing and management of marketing strategies.
• Knowledge and experience of communication in the agricultural commodity sectors that is dominant in the various areas of KwaZulu-Natal.
• Knowledge and experience in the implementation of the Batho Pele principles.
• Networking with stakeholders and report writing skills
• Knowledge of Government’s land reform programme and post transfer business processes
• Experience in planning and coordinating big events
• Experience in delivering publications of a high standard in English and isiZulu.
• Knowledge of relevant legal prescripts.
• A valid driver’s licence

Skills:

• Provide leadership and support to staff to ensure effective management of the unit.
• Ability to lead, plan and manage change.
• Strong IT skills (generic applications, internal communications systems).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong analytical, policy and operational thinking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and isiZulu, including report and memorandum writing skills as well as ability to clearly and accurately communicate technical information.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

(But not limited to)

• Provide advice to the Agency and the Board on communication and marketing issues and make recommendations on business decisions.
• Responsible for the brand identity and brand positioning of ADA.
• Developing a marketing and communication strategy, coordinating and implementing programmes to enhance ADA’s profile.
• In collaboration with Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation – coordinating all publications for ADA, e.g. newsletters, strategic plans, annual reports, etc.
• Developing business plans and budgets that will be used to leverage financial resources from government and the private sector.
• Identification and implementation of specific strategic communication and marketing initiatives alliance partnerships.
• Working closely with key departments to implement and evaluate effective communication and marketing programmes.
• Liaison with the Legal & Corporate Services, Chief Executive Officer, the Board and government departments.
• Manages day to day relationships with various stakeholders.
• Adhoc duties required by the incumbent’s supervisor.

Closing date: 20 November 2025