GAUTENG GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (GGDA) - GROUP EXECUTIVE: MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS

 Supporting the development of Key Sectors of the economy in line with the economic development and industrial strategies of the province by carrying out: 

• Business enablement 
• Establishment of capital projects 
• Land development 
• Trade and investment promotion 

 
The successful incumbent will be reporting to the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO); he/she will be expected to amongst others execute the following tasks: 
 Develop and implement the Group Communications and Marketing Strategy to guide the marketing, communications activities and programmes within GGDA Group of Companies. 
 Without outsourcing the responsibility, develop and draft media, marketing and communication strategies for GGDA. 
 Develops, executes, reviews and report on divisional strategy and operational plan aligned to the Group Corporate Strategy. 
 Lead and manage the division in line with the approved policies, applicable laws and the delegated authority by facilitate resource availability for operational effectiveness. 
 Provide regular report to the Group EXCO, MANCO and other structures on the operations and activities of the Organization in relation to the implementation of the Group Communications and Marketing Strategy. 
 Identify the principal risks and implement appropriate systems to manage these risks. 
 Oversee the marketing of the Group to enhance the brand and profile of Organisation, as well as the programmes and services. 
 Work with the communications and marketing teams across the subsidiaries of the GGDA to ensure consistent messaging and integrated programming of collateral and other marketing related activities. 
 Work with external government agencies and departments to ensure alignment of activities and also economies of scale principles are applied where possible. 
 Collaborate with TIRE to develop and implement the investment destination marketing strategy for the Group 
 Supporting the GCEO on external communication to communicate the GGDA programmes, services and activities. 
 Working together with other Executives to consolidate and draft the GGDA annual report. 
 Oversee media monitoring and establish relations with media to ensure positive reporting of GGDA. 
 Foster a high-performance corporate culture within Division that promotes ethical practices and encourages individual integrity, accountability, and social responsibility.
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AS MINIMUM APPLICANTS, SHOULD HAVE THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS: 
 Post Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing or Communications; 
 5 - 10 years’ experience in Strategic senior and Executive Management Level and within the Marketing or Public Relations or Communications environment. 
 Good working knowledge of strategic promotions, marketing, communications and public relations. 
 Good knowledge of media liaison relations. 
 Good working knowledge of project and programme management. 
 Good working knowledge of strategy and operational planning. 
 
LEVEL OF COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: 
 Excellent lobbying skills and ability to communicate across the various levels of government. 
 Ability to establish and maintain sustainable relationships. 
 Detailed knowledge of socio-economic aspects relating to the Gauteng Province. 
 Detailed knowledge of developments in the global economy. 
 Detailed knowledge of national and provincial government priorities and frameworks. 
 
APPLICATION MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY THE FOLLOWING: 
 Curriculum vitae, 
 Certified copies of qualifications; and 
 Certified copy of the identity documentation. 
 
 
Preference will be given to people with disabilities, women and previously disadvantaged individuals to promote Employment Equity within the group.
 
The closing date for applications is on the 31st July 2020 12h00 Midday and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 
 
Enquiries and submissions should be addressed to recruitment@ggda.co.za.

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