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CULTURE, ARTS, TOURISM, HOSPITALITY AND SPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY (CATHSSETA) - SPECIALIST: COMMUNICATION AND BRANDING
CULTURE, ARTS, TOURISM, HOSPITALITY AND SPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY (CATHSSETA)
Applications listed below are hereby invited from suitably qualified persons whose appointment will promote representivity.
BACKGROUND
Culture, Art, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport Sector Education and Training Authority (CATHSSETA) is a Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA) established under the Skills Development Act (No 97 of 1998)
POSITION: Specialist: Communication and Branding
REFERENCE NUMBER: CATHS13/2021
DURATION: Fixed Term Contract until 31 March 2030
JOB GRADE: C5 (Patterson Grading)
TCTC: R 561 170.16 per annum (All-inclusive package)
LOCATION: Head Office in Midrand
REPORTS TO: CEO
JOB SUMMARY
To plan, coordinate and implement an effective corporate media plan and public relations function in promoting the CATHSSETA brand to internal and external stakeholders
Key Performance Areas and Responsibilities
Develop and implement the communication Strategy and Plan. Electronic Media. Information dissemination and communication to ensure that communications and marketing related information flows between CATHSSETA and its relevant stakeholder structures. Driving the thorough reworking and updating of (all-inclusive) CATHSSETA website content through extensive liaison with co-workers in expansive areas of expertise to ensure that relevant and up-to-date information is always available to CATHSSETA stakeholders. Collation, acquisition and presentation of communication and marketing related material for purposes of external communication. Liaison with suppliers and service providers for the successful delivery of all marketing material. Perform any duties and all reasonable tasks assigned by the CEO. Regular placement of new and current information on the intranet. Requests for and follow-up on input from divisions, regions and, where applicable, stakeholders for relevant information that will benefit and keep all staff informed.
Key Performance Areas and Responsibilities
Develop and implement the communication Strategy and Plan. Electronic Media. Information dissemination and communication to ensure that communications and marketing related information flows between CATHSSETA and its relevant stakeholder structures. Driving the thorough reworking and updating of (all-inclusive) CATHSSETA website content through extensive liaison with co-workers in expansive areas of expertise to ensure that relevant and up-to-date information is always available to CATHSSETA stakeholders. Collation, acquisition and presentation of communication and marketing related material for purposes of external communication. Liaison with suppliers and service providers for the successful delivery of all marketing material. Perform any duties and all reasonable tasks assigned by the CEO. Regular placement of new and current information on the intranet. Requests for and follow-up on input from divisions, regions and, where applicable, stakeholders for relevant information that will benefit and keep all staff informed.
Promoting the intranet as a fundamental and ineffective communication tool. Liaison with suppliers and service providers for the successful delivery of electronic marketing material. Budget and resource planning for the Communications and Branding unit. Liaison with host and third parties to ensure resources meet with identified needs. Coordination of logistical arrangements for CATHSSETA events, exhibitions and other functions including venue hire, conference facilities, catering, signage, displays, audio-visual equipment, accommodation, transport, work and programme schedules, invitation, and registration of participants, etc. Networking and building of relationships with relevant stakeholders, the press and other interest groups so that the CATHSSETA is appropriately included in relevant activities and initiatives. Manage all the resources allocated to the Unit.
Qualifications, Skills, Experience and Attributes
Matric plus a degree in Marketing, Communication or Public Relations or equivalent and relevant qualification rated at NQF Level 7. 4-5 years’ experience as Communication and/or branding Specialist or Practitioner, preferable in a public institution. 2-3 in a junior management position within the Communication environment. Drivers’ licence required. 2-3 of years’ experience in a SETA environment is advantageous. Good knowledge of communications, marketing, and public methodologies essential. Knowledge of pieces of legislation governing the Sector Education and Training authorities (SETAs), especially the Skills Development Act of 1998 as amended and the Skills Development Levies Act of 1999. Knowledge regarding the photography, establishment, and maintenance of the website. Excellent computer literacy. Advanced MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and MS Publisher skills. Up to date regarding the latest website information and programming. Good writing and general communication skills. Public speaking; and Government communication protocols. Conceptual and Analytical Thinking; Innovation and initiative; Project management; Quality Concern and Attention to detail; Customer focus and loyalty; Organisational Commitment; Integrity and ethical behaviour; Planning and organising; Impact Communication; and financial management.
Qualifications, Skills, Experience and Attributes
Matric plus a degree in Marketing, Communication or Public Relations or equivalent and relevant qualification rated at NQF Level 7. 4-5 years’ experience as Communication and/or branding Specialist or Practitioner, preferable in a public institution. 2-3 in a junior management position within the Communication environment. Drivers’ licence required. 2-3 of years’ experience in a SETA environment is advantageous. Good knowledge of communications, marketing, and public methodologies essential. Knowledge of pieces of legislation governing the Sector Education and Training authorities (SETAs), especially the Skills Development Act of 1998 as amended and the Skills Development Levies Act of 1999. Knowledge regarding the photography, establishment, and maintenance of the website. Excellent computer literacy. Advanced MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and MS Publisher skills. Up to date regarding the latest website information and programming. Good writing and general communication skills. Public speaking; and Government communication protocols. Conceptual and Analytical Thinking; Innovation and initiative; Project management; Quality Concern and Attention to detail; Customer focus and loyalty; Organisational Commitment; Integrity and ethical behaviour; Planning and organising; Impact Communication; and financial management.
Applications are to reach CATHSSETA by 16h00 on Sunday, 23 August 2021. Any applications received thereafter will be not considered.
CATHSSETA is an equal opportunity employer committed to principles of Employment Equity. It is the responsibility of the applicants to familiarize themselves with the specific details of the positions they are applying for. Please refer to Cathsseta website for the complete Job Descriptions at www.cathsseta.org.za. Applications must be accompanied by a signed application form indicating the position you are applying for, and a detailed CV. Applicants are to submit their applications ELECTRONICALLY ONLY via e-mail to hrvacancies01@cathsseta.org.za.
Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only. Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine their suitability for employment, including but not limited to: Criminal records; Citizenship status; Creditworthiness; Previous employment (reference checks); and Qualification verification. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
CATHSSETA reserves the right to subject shortlisted applicants to psychometric evaluation in accordance with its policies. All shortlisted candidates will be expected to avail themselves for an interview at CATHSSETA’s convenience.
CATHSSETA reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Any queries may be directed telephonically to 011 217 0600 prior 16h00 on the closing date.
Any queries received after the cut off will not be responded to. If you have not heard from us within 30 days after the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your application unsuccessful.