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NATIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND LABOUR COUNCIL (NEDLAC)
P.O.BOX 1775, SAXONWOLD, 2132 – 14A JELLICOE AVENUE, ROSEBANK 2196 TELEPHONE +27(0) 11 328 4200 FAX +27 (0) 11 447 6053/2089
 
SIX MONTH CONTRACT POSITION 
COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST 
Salary Package: R45 000 (TCTC) per month. 
Nedlac is looking for a Communications Specialist to provide communications and media support to the organisation for a period of six months. 
 
 
Key performance areas; 
• Develop a communications policy and strategy in line with the organisation’s strategy. 
• Develop appropriate communications protocols to engage internal and external stakeholders effectively. 
• Set up and pro-actively engage on social media 
• Monitor website, social media platforms and different communications channels and respond when appropriate. 
• Develop a media database 
• Update website on a weekly basis 
• Produce a biweekly newsletter 
• Arrange media briefings and similar as and when required 
• Draft articles for publication in the media to build the reputation of Nedlac 
• Develop, revise or amend communication strategies and policies. 
• Mentor and guide the Coordinator in the office of the Executive Director. 
 
 
Qualifications and experience required: 
• NQF Level 7 in a relevant field. 
• At least five years’ experience in communications in which preferably two years have been spent in the public sector (preferable). 
• High level of writing, editing and language skills, and an ability to convey complex issues in a concise, clear and direct style. 
• Working knowledge of relevant computer software such as MS Office, Word Press, Adobe etc. 
• Excellent Public Relations and Communications Skills. 
 
Personal attributes required: 
• Results orientation 
• Project Management 
• Analytical 
• Change management 
• High level of writing and communications skills 
• A demonstrated record of integrity and honesty.

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Applications including a motivation letter, copy of c.v., certified copies of certificates and three contactable references to be sent to recruitment@nedlac.org.za  before 27 November 2020 at 12h00. 
 
Any queries can be directed to Nthabiseng on 0607711894 or Nthabiseng@nedlac.org.za