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Communications Officer

  • Full Time
  • Midlands
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Midlands State University

DUE: 28 APR 2023

MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT

POST A: COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER (1 POST- GWERU)

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

A degree in either English and Communication or Media and Society Studies.
At least 2 years working experience in a similar or related position.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Good oral and written communication skills
Solid knowledge of marketing techniques and principles
A team player with customer-oriented approach
Social media management skills
Must be creative and be able to generate content for the University newsletter
Excellent knowledge of MS Office, Power Point and Pastel
Excellent organisational and multi-tasking skills
Decision-making and problem-solving skills
Good networking skills
Attention to detail

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Corporate communication: Draft University publications e.g Annual reports, newsletters, press/ news release articles and advertisements
Gather information and draft newsletters and reports
Public and stakeholder relations
Must be able to meet performance targets
Respond to stakeholder queries
Actively participate in activities that market the University locally and abroad
Carry out any other duties assigned by the Marketing and Communications Director

*NB Midlands State University is an equal opportunities employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.

TO APPLY
Applicants must submit copies of applications with the following: application letter, certified certificates, and curriculum vitae giving full details of names, place, and date of birth, experience, present salary, date of availability, contact telephone number (s), and names and email addresses of three referees to:

The Deputy Registrar (Human Resource)
Midlands State University
vacancies@staff.msu.ac.zw

Application documents must be in a single-scan pdf format. The closing date for applications is 28 April 2023.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be communicated to.