PR and Events Coordinator

Location:	Roodepoort
Type:	Permanent
Company:	Varsity College

Direct reporting line: Head: student experience
Location: IIE MSA Ruimsig campus, Roodepoort

About IIE MSA:

IIE MSA is part of The Independent Institution of Education (The IIE), a leader in higher education accredited by the British Accreditation Council. Located on a 100-hectare campus in Ruimsig, Johannesburg, the institution boasts a vibrant student body representing over fifty African countries.

Key duties and responsibilities

Media relations

• Build and maintain strong media relationships within the campus community and region.
• Produce monthly media releases and caption stories to meet annual PR exposure targets.
• Network with media representatives during campus events.
• Collaborate with the national office in crisis management situations.

Brand identity

• Ensure consistent application of the brand identity across campus communication, including posters, flyers, and campus aesthetics.
• Uphold a positive brand reputation through all communications.

Management of PR-related service providers

• Select and manage service providers, such as photographers, printers, and sound technicians.
• Brief photographers and coordinate with staff to ensure effective event coverage.

General administration

• Compile annual and monthly events calendars.
• Prepare post-event reports and manage the campus PR budget.
• Submit monthly PR activity reports.

Events management

• Plan and implement a balanced programme of social events to enhance the campus’s appeal to prospective students.
• Provide timely and accurate reporting on events.
• Manage internal advertising for events and build partnerships with third parties for venues and sponsorships.

Team support

• Assist in community engagement and awareness campaign events.
• Support specific projects within the student experience team.
• Provide public relations support to other departments when required.

Social committee management

• Recruit and manage the social committee to encourage student participation and a well-rounded experience.

Competencies required

• Strong administration, planning, and organisational skills.
• Proficient in computer applications.
• Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills.
• High energy, self-motivation, and ability to manage work proactively.
• Strong presentation and communication skills (spoken and written English).

Minimum qualification requirements

• BA degree in corporate communications, PR/marketing, or equivalent.

Minimum work experience requirements

• At least three years of experience in PR, events management, social media, or media liaison.

Special requirements

• Driver’s licence and own vehicle are essential.

Salary

Competitive salary based on experience.

Benefits

• LinkedIn Learning subscriptions for lifelong learning opportunities.
• Staff and family discounts on educational programmes.
• Incentive bonus structure based on performance.
• Provident fund contributions, including death and funeral cover.
• Birthday vouchers.
• Generous annual leave allowance.

Application details

• Only candidates meeting the qualification and skills criteria will be contacted.
• For technical assistance, visit: simplify HR contact page.

Employment equity

IIE’s MSA is an equal-opportunity employer. Preference will be given to underrepresented groups as per the South African Employment Equity Act.

Posted on 15 Nov 16:16, Closing date 24 Nov