{"id":36120,"date":"2017-04-26T12:13:53","date_gmt":"2017-04-26T10:13:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/joblistsouthafrica.com\/?p=36120"},"modified":"2017-04-26T12:13:53","modified_gmt":"2017-04-26T10:13:53","slug":"csir-service-training-public-relations-marketing-opportunity-2017","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/joblistsouthafrica.com\/csir-service-training-public-relations-marketing-opportunity-2017.html","title":{"rendered":"CSIR In-service Training: Public Relations and Marketing Opportunity 2017"},"content":{"rendered":"
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is a leading scientific and technology
\nresearch organisation, implementing projects throughout Africa and making a difference in people\u2019s
\nlives.<\/p>\n
The CSIR has an In-service Training opportunity at the International Convention Centre (ICC).<\/p>\n
The programme<\/span> aims to expose students to the work environment and provide them with workplace This position is based in Pretoria.<\/p>\n About the centre:<\/b> Key responsibilities:<\/b> All applications must be accompanied by the following documents:<\/b>
\nexperience required to fulfil their qualification<\/span>.<\/p>\n
\nThe CSIR ICC is a dedicated, purpose-built convention center catering for the medium-sized
\nconvention market hosting over 600 local, national and international conferences and other types of
\nevents annually.<\/p>\n
\n\uf0b7 Source photographer\/s to take pictures and maintain stock of images of the Centre to be
\nused in marketing material;
\n\uf0b7 Source suppliers for marketing and public relations material;
\n\uf0b7 Maintain brand catalogue<\/span> and assist with maintaining record of all advertising and press
\ncoverage;
\n\uf0b7 Plan and implement events and other promotional activities;
\n\uf0b7 Prepare exhibition stand for trade shows;
\n\uf0b7 Monitor and manage brand application<\/span> and compliance on all material visible to clients (this
\nincludes food station signage, departmental documents, venue signage and email
\nsignatures);
\n\uf0b7 Keep record of advertisements and check proofs;
\n\uf0b7 Maintain library of copies of industry publications;
\n\uf0b7 Maintain and update content of ICC website and third party internet adverts;
\n\uf0b7 Come up with creative posts for ICC social platforms, Facebook, Twitter, etc.;
\n\uf0b7 Source information on publications for advertising;
\n\uf0b7 Maintain database and provide report as input to marketing and sales plan;
\n\uf0b7 Create awareness of industry trends and innovative marketing methods to contribute to marketing & sales plan e.g. social network e-Marketing;
\n\uf0b7 Assist team members to conceptualise and write a press release;
\n\uf0b7 Assist in conceptualising and implementing CSIR projects;
\n\uf0b7 Assist team members with media monitoring for ICC mentions, monthly<\/span> stock taking of
\nmarketing materials and internal communication. (e.g. update canteen bulletin boards
\nregularly).
\n
\n<\/b>Qualifications, skills and experience:<\/b>
\n\uf0b7 Currently enrolled for a three year qualification in marketing or public relations management
\n(must have completed two years\u2019 theoretical component of the qualification);
\n\uf0b7 An outstanding academic record<\/span> for the two years of study;
\n\uf0b7 Strong interpersonal skills;
\n\uf0b7 Ability to work flexible hours in a dynamic environment;
\n\uf0b7 Knowledge of marketing in the conference industry\u2019s environment will be an advantage;
\n\uf0b7 Computer skills (Microsoft Office);
\n\uf0b7 Language proficiency (English spoken and written);
\n\uf0b7 Ability to pay attention to detail and accuracy;
\n\uf0b7 Good understanding of brand applications<\/span>;
\n\uf0b7 Ability to multi-task and work under pressure;
\n\uf0b7 Good time management skills.<\/p>\n
\n\uf0b7 Motivational letter
\n\uf0b7 CV
\n\uf0b7 Academic records<\/p>\n