Manager: Communications and Marketing - Grahamstown, South Africa - Rhodes University

Rhodes University

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Grahamstown, South Africa

2 weeks ago

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Thabo Mthembu

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Description

Eastern Cape, Grahamstown

Manager Communications and Marketing (Grade 16)

Division of Communications and Advancement
Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South

African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses

and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply.

Main Objectives
To support the overall divisional strategy by executing and monitoring the communications and marketing strategy.

To support the Director by giving input into the conceptualization of the divisional strategy and providing specialist input with regards to communications and marketing.

To lead and manage the communications and marketing section and to enhance strategic information flow, institutional brand equity, strengthen and elevate Rhodes University's prestige.

The requirements
A three-year tertiary qualification (NQF level 7) in Journalism and Media Studies, Marketing, Communication, or equivalent plus approximately 7 years' relevant experience where such experience includes:

At least 5 years' experience in previous experience in the development, implementation, and management of marketing strategies
Previous experience in branding management and promotion with measurable results
At least 3 years' management experience
Previous experience working with senior management in an organisation, where strategic input has been required

Application process

The following documents are required:

A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following:
Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post/s and suitability relative to the job requirements.
Shortlisting meeting scheduled on TBC
The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or

- presentation and an interview.

Remuneration per annum (Grade 16):

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum:
R704 274

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R920 080

Rhodes University has a vaccination mandate as part of its Conditions of Service. The implementation of the vaccine mandate has been held in abeyance from 01 January 2023.

Should the COVID-19 situation change in a way that the number of cases of COVID-19 pose a threat to the University, the implementation of the Vaccine Mandate will be re-activated and all staff would be required to be fully vaccinated.

Closing Date: 5th January 2024

Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No.

13 of 2022 and the University's recruitment and selection policies.