Coordinator I: Social Media Marketing (P9) (Office of the Vice-Chancellor & Principal) (5-Year Fixed Term Contract)
Position Summary
Introduction
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, guided by its bold UJ Strategy 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJ’s mission is “To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge.” The University is guided by the vision of building “An international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global south, dynamically shaping a sustainable future".
Job description
“Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.
- Oversee social media (including Facebook, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn) account design.
- Execute a results-driven social media strategy.
- Attend events and produce live social media content.
- Maintain a unified brand voice across different social media channels.
- Interact with users and respond to social media messages, inquiries, and comments.
- Review analytics and create reports on key metrics.
- Create and oversee social media content.
- Develop and curate engaging content for social media platforms.
- Create and execute an optimal posting schedule.
- Assist in the creation and editing of written, video, and photo content.
- Liaise with the UJ Marketing and Brand team to align the social media content with the institution’s Social Media Strategy.
- Provide input into the communication strategy of the Vice-Chancellor’s office.
- Assist with any other reasonable administrative requests and duties.
Minimum requirements
- Diploma (NQF 6) in Communications or Public Relations or a relevant equivalent.
- Three (3) to five (5) years’ job-related experience.
- Management of individual social pages on various platforms.
- May be required from time to time to work and travel outside the normal working hours.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Team player.
- Knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Email, and social media platforms.
- Resourceful, innovative, and proactive.
- Self-driven and with a well-developed sense of responsibility.
- Ability to work in a team but also independently.
- Experience in tertiary education institutions.
Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.
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Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.
In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.
