Manager Communications and Advocacy

All-inclusive remuneration package: RRper annum

Our client is a statutory public entity within the education and training sector responsible for developing fostering and maintaining an integrated and transparent national framework for the recognition of learning achievements. The organisation ensures that:

• National qualifications meet appropriate criteria and are internationally comparable.

• The countrys qualifications are of acceptable quality.

• The quality of education and training is enhanced.

• Access mobility and progression within education training and career paths are realised.

Purpose of the Role

The Manager: Communications and Advocacy will manage and coordinate internal and external communications across diverse channels and audiences. Reporting to the Senior Manager: Communications and Advocacy this position will ensure the organisation is represented effectively on government and stakeholder platforms strengthening brand visibility and promoting the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) vision.

Minimum Qualifications

• A recognised qualification at NQF Level 7.
• A relevant NQF Level 8 qualification will be an advantage.

Minimum Experience

• At least 6 years of relevant work experience of which 3 years must be in a supervisory role.
• International experience or experience within the education sector and/or an understanding of comparative education will be advantageous.

Knowledge Skills & Competencies

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent media engagement and report writing skills.
• Public speaking and stakeholder networking abilities.
• Project management and organisational skills.
• Ability to conduct stakeholder interviews and influence effectively.
• Business acumen resilience and sound judgement.
• Good understanding of the education sectors legislative and regulatory environment.
• Proven people management and leadership capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement internal and external communication strategies.
• Provide strategic communications advice and expertise to leadership.
• Develop and execute the organisations brand strategy.
• Oversee the digital marketing strategy ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Plan and manage digital messaging analytics and content optimisation for visibility and engagement.
• Coordinate and manage the organisations media events programme.
• Oversee the creation of innovative search-optimised digital content.
• Manage and oversee corporate events and stakeholder engagements.
• Develop implement and monitor the customer feedback index.
• Oversee internal communication policies procedures and processes.
• Collaborate with national and international counterparts on communication initiatives.
• Manage media relations and stakeholder perceptions including responses to media queries.
• Build and maintain professional stakeholder networks.
• Lead mentor and develop employees within the Communications and Advocacy unit.

Salary and Benefits

An all-inclusive remuneration package of RRper annum.