Digital and Web Platform Editor - Department of Institutional Advancement at University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintaining the UP-News section of the UP website and ensuring the information is accurate.
• Maintaining the Banners section of the UP website and ensuring regular updating. 
• Editing content to fit UP News or applicable style, sourcing images and artwork. 
• Liaising with internal clients or departments regarding website requirements. 
• Ensuring website content is consistent with social media messaging. 
• Collaborate with social media team to ensure cohesive branding across platforms. 
• The responsibility includes the following:
• Web content management;
• Content editing and management;
• Monitoring and interpreting analytics and trends;
• Generating Reports;
• Collaboration and Relationship-Building.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors’ degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism or related field;
• A total of 5 years’ experience in the following:
• News management
• Substantial experience as a writer, editor or in public relations at a university, news media organisation, government agency, or other large, complex, knowledge-based organisation. 
• Science communication and writing, including experience of content writing/ editing for websites.
• Managing digital and social media platforms

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Knowledge of science communication and writing, including knowledge of content writing/ editing for websites;
• Knowledge and understanding of social media platforms; 
• Editing, finding and correcting errors and improving stories;
• Website management;
• Ability to build credibility, establish rapport, and maintain communication with senior management, staff members and student entities at multiple levels, as well as with external stakeholders
• Ability to work under pressure without compromising detail and accuracy;
• Ability to work independently and handle simultaneous assignments with success and accuracy

ADDED ADVANTAGES:

• Additional Diploma / Certificate in PR and / or marketing;
• 3 years’ experience with Content Management Systems;
• Previous experience in a higher education environment;
• News reporting/ news management Public relations/ Marketing/ Sales/ Stakeholder Management are pluses;
• Copy editing certification;
• Ability to exercise initiative and function independently;
• Ability to analyse information accurately;
• Good interpersonal skills to work effectively with contributors, designers and webmasters;
• Team player, with the confidence to take the lead and guide other departments when necessary.