Communications Officer at Stellenbosch University

Duties 

• Creating and producing internal newsletters for FAMCRU;
• Acting as the communications liaison between FAMCRU EXCO, the Community Advisory Board (CAB) and other network members;
• Developing and maintaining stakeholder relationships;
• Managing FAMCRU's media communications whilst directing all media and public enquiries to the relevant director or project managers, or responding where possible;
• Acting as a spokesperson and representing FAMCRU at various events, conferences and meetings;
• Identifying and liaising with IMPAACT / ACTG / other leadership structures abroad, and relevant NGOs / CBOs / others locally;
• Coordinating and directing the CAB to meet its research objectives in line with FAMCRU's research agenda;
• Liaising with CAB members and site staff for common understanding and goals;
• Inviting speakers to meetings as per the CAB objectives that have been set;
• Fulfilling an instrumental role in identifying and organising relevant events and outreach activities with the CAB members;
• Writing, editing and distributing various types of content, including material for a website, press releases, marketing material, and other types of content;
• Compiling and distributing quarterly and annual reporting to all stakeholders;
• Determining and facilitating the strategic direction for the CAB in conjunction with the FAMCRU management team and in line with FAMCRU's strategic objectives.

Job Requirements        

• A relevant three-year diploma or degree;
• A valid Code 8 driver's licence;  
• At least two years' experience in a similar role;
• Sensitivity towards cultural differences;
• Sound understanding of political, confidential, and ethical issues;
• Willingness to travel locally and abroad as and when required.

Recommendation

• Good verbal and written communication skills;
• Leadership skills;
• Decision-making and problem-solving skills;
• Good networking skills;
• The ability to multitask and prioritise projects;
• Attention to detail.