Coordinator II (Social Media and Marketing) (P8) (University Relations Division: Marketing and Brand Management)
Position Summary
Introduction
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university, anchored in Africa and driven by a powerful strategy focused on attaining global excellence and stature (GES). With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development, and strategic partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice. The University is guided by the Vice-Chancellor’s vision of “Positioning UJ in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) for societal impact in the context of the changing social, political, and economic fortunes of Africa”.
Job description
- Participate in the development and implementation of the departmental and institutional marketing strategy.
- Execute a results-driven social media strategy.
- Develop and curate engaging content for social media platforms.
- Assist in the creation and editing of written, video, and photo content.
- Attend events and produce live social media content.
- Maintain unified brand voice across different social media channels.
- Collaborate with marketing team to create a social media calendar.
- Research current trends and audience preferences in order to create relevant content.
- Interact with users and respond to social media messages, enquiries, and comments.
- Review analytics and create reports on key metrics.
- Assist in the development and management of social media marketing and influencer marketing strategy.
- Facilitate training on proficient and responsible social media use for staff and students.
- Develop and implement an optimal posting schedule٫ taking into consideration metrics and customer engagement.
- Support and assist with marketing and brand projects or events that are tailored to UJ’s main audiences: learners, parents, teachers, employers, academics.
Minimum requirements
- Degree in Marketing and/or Communication or other relevant qualification.
- 2 Years' experience in marketing and social media.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Knowledge in MS Word, Excel, Power point, 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
- Project Management skills
- Experience in Secondary or Tertiary Education Environment
Enquiries:
Enquiries regarding job content: Ms Michelle Radikariki at Tel: (011) 559 6677
Enquiries regarding remuneration and benefits: Mr Tumelo Thagane (HCM Business Partner) at Tel: (011) 559-3014
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.
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.
For more information, please review the following link: Justice/Criminal/NRSO.
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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.
