COMMUNICATIONS AND MEDIA LIAISON OFFICER NEEDED

VACANCY:
COMMUNICATIONS AND MEDIA LIAISON OFFICER
At NUPSAW Head Office, Pretoria.

REMUNERATION: A salary of R319 824 per annum, plus motor vehicle allowance, housing allowance, compulsory provident fund and voluntary medical aid

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To provide a media and communication support structure for the Union’s activities, negotiations and dispute resolution functions.

KEY RESULTANT AREA
Reporting

• Research, interpreting and reporting on collective bargaining and labour relations matters.
• Co-ordinate, edit and produce communication material.
• Media liaison (handle media enquiries, write media releases, monitor and evaluate media).
• Develop advertising and marketing campaigns.
• Communicate NUPSAW activities with all members and staff

Electronic and social media

• Maintain and update the website, internet and social media activities.
• Initiate interesting and positive stories for social media.
• Immediate reporting on NUPSAW activities on social media.
• Scan newspapers for union/employee related news.

Publications

• Writing articles for newsletter.
• Editing articles received from stake holders, staff and members.
• Doing lay-out and graphic design of newsletter, pamphlets, posters, new flashes, calendars and diaries.
• Liaise with printers and oversee the printing processes.

Photography and Video Recording

• Taking photographs during events as well as video recording.
• Editing of photos, prepare and reproduce for publishing on web and printing.
• Editing videos.

Marketing
Develop marketing material and oversee the distribution process.

Public Relations

• Organise events, trade union congresses and councils.
• Handle all enquiries from general public.
• Represent NUPSAW on affiliated forums and report back in writing
• Handle media enquiries

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Qualifications
The incumbent should have attained the required knowledge and skills through completion of a Degree or Diploma in Communication and Media Liaison combined with appropriate experience. Equivalencies will be considered.

Knowledge
The incumbent must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:

• Computer literate in Desktop Lay-out and Design Programs: Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Joomla, Internet browsing, PowerPoint, MS Word and Excel.
• Well-versed in the world of Media and Communication,
• Knowledge of Labour Relations legislation.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Effective verbal and listening communications skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Decision-making skills.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Effective organisational skills.
• Copy writing, editing and proofreading skills in English.
• Mastering of word processing, desktop publishing, graphic design and web design.
  Note: Technical knowledge of these aspects is of utmost importance.
• Managing e-mails.
• Ability to work independently.
• Operational management capability.

Personal Attributes
The incumbent must maintain strict confidentiality in performing the duties of the Media and Communications Liaison Officer. The incumbent must also demonstrate the following personal attributes:

• Be honest and trustworthy.
• Be respectful towards organisational structures and leadership.
• Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Demonstrate sound work ethics.
• Great sense of humour.

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE MUST

• Keep abreast of latest Labour Relations Developments.
• Be available on short notice.
• Submit a portfolio of work done.
• Treat information gathered during employment as confidential.
• Be in possession of a valid driver’s licence and own reliable car.

Applicants can forward a letter of application, latest comprehensive CV and certified copies of their qualifications and ID document to: The General Secretary, National Union of Public Service and Allied Workers (NUPSAW) to generalsecretary@nupsaw.co.za or fax same to 0866678362

Deadline for submission: 21 January 2023
Applicants please note:
• NUPSAW reserves the right not to make the appointment.
• The interview process is guided by the principles and objectives of Employment Equity legislation.
• Only shortlisted candidates shall be invited for an interview.
• If you are not contacted within fourteen (14) days of the closing date, kindly consider your application to be unsuccessful.