Communications Specialist

Communications Specialist Student Engagement Durban (Renewable Contract)
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We are seeking a creative and dynamic Communications Specialist to join a vibrant student-focused environment. This role is ideal for someone passionate about storytelling digital engagement and enhancing the student experience through impactful communication.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute engaging communication strategies for student programmes and events
• Create compelling content across social media newsletters websites and digital platforms
• Collaborate with student bodies and internal departments to drive engagement
• Maintain and update communication platforms including websites and calendars
• Track performance metrics and optimise communication strategies using data insights
• Ensure all messaging aligns with brand guidelines and is inclusive and accessible

Minimum Requirements:
Bachelors degree in Communications Marketing PR or related field
25 years experience in communications marketing or student engagement
Strong writing editing and storytelling ability
Experience with social media management and digital communication tools
Ability to engage with diverse audiences

Preferred Skills:

• Experience within higher education or student-focused environments
• Basic graphic design and content creation skills
• Strong organisational and project management ability
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret engagement data

What were looking for:
A proactive creative thinker with excellent communication skills and a passion for connecting with people. The ideal candidate is tech-savvy detail-oriented and thrives in a fast-paced collaborative environment.

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