Stellenbosch University

Corporate Communication Division

Corporate Brand Identity 

Deputy Director: Corporate Brand Identity

(Ref. AKK/222/0719)

The Corporate Communication Division creates a competitive advantage for Stellenbosch University by strategically positioning the brand favourably and by implementing effective communication programmes and optimising the use of digital communication. The Division offers a dynamic and interesting work environment. Most of the Division’s activities are deadline-driven, fast-paced and linked to extended working hours. The Deputy Director: Corporate Brand Identity will report to the Senior Director: Corporate Communication.

The purpose of the position is to manage the Stellenbosch University corporate brand, facilitate strategic alignment and ensure that brand management contributes significantly to realising the division’s integrated communication strategy.

Duties:

• Translating divisional strategy into the departmental plan;
• Developing and ensuring the effective implementation of the departmental plan and tactical plans for areas of responsibility;
• Compiling a brand strategy, plan and objectives aligned with institutional objectives and needs;
• Translating the brand proposition to provide an attractive, unique and relevant message to current and potential stakeholders;
• Developing an integrated advertising and promotions plan;
• Consulting with stakeholders (such as faculties) and assessing their branding needs;
• Keeping abreast of current developments in the brand management field to ensure that appropriate solutions are implemented;
• Formulating and implementing relevant policies/protocols/best practices;
• Benchmarking locally, internationally, within higher education and outside of higher education;
• Monitoring and measuring impact and reach of brand management efforts;
• Managing a team of three, namely a Brand Specialist, a Graphic Designer and an Events Coordinator;
• Vendor management: Evaluating bids received as part of tender process, SLA management, and positive working relationships;
• Financial management: drawing up departmental budget, managing costs;
• Risk management.

Rquirements:

• Relevant B-degree or equivalent qualification in business/marketing/communication;
• Approximately six to ten years’ experience in marketing or communication field, of which at least five years should be in corporate brand management;
• Proven management of a corporate brand;
• A valid driver’s licence;
• The ability to manage and lead a team and to drive initiatives accross different fields;
• Strategy development for brand management;
• Project initiation, planning, execution and closure;
• Client orientation;
• Ability to function effectively in a multilingual and multicultural environment;
• Ability to consistently meet tight deadlines;
• Extremely professional with high personal standards, and able to produce work of a superior quality;
• Self-starter, detail-orientated, proactive, able to work independently as well as in a team;
• Ability to work overtime from time to time and travel.

Recommendation:

• Postgraduate qualification/project management qualification.

Commencement of duties: 1 October 2019 or as soon as possible

Closing date: 15 August 2019

Enquiries regarding this post: Dr Phumzile Mmope, Senior Director: Corporate Communication, via Personal Assistant: Conita Henry on 021 808 4633, or at

az.ca.nus@yrnehc

Enquiries regarding remuneration/benefits as well as technical assistance with the electronic application process: Human Resources Client Services Centre on 021 808 2753

The University will consider all applications in terms of its Employment Equity Plan, which acknowledges the need to diversify the demographic composition of the staff corps, especially with regard to the appointment of suitable candidates from the designated groups.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Your application, comprising a comprehensive curriculum vitae (including the names and e-mail address of at least three referees), must reach the University before or on the closing date of the advertised post. 

Apply online at www.sun.ac.za/english/careers

The University reserves the right to investigate qualifications and conduct background checks on all candidates.

Should no feedback be received from the University within four weeks of the closing date, kindly accept that your application did not succeed.

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Specific Experience Required

• Matric 
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• Must be well presented
• Able to drive manual an automatic passenger vehicles
• Assist with washing rental vehicles to ensure neatness and cleanliness
• Experience as a driver and in dispatching of vehicles (advantage)

Competencies

• Responsible for delivering the companys promise to customers
• Achieve CSI targets
• Representing the brand in a professional manner
• Ensure that all VTC’s are accounted for and signed  / Vehicles are transferred within set VTC policy
• All administration is kept up to date and correct
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Skills     

• Excellent communication & listening skills / Ability to drive Customer Satisfaction at every interface.

Personal Attributes          

• Self-motivated / Driven to achieve goals / Must be able to work under pressure / Attention to detail
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Kindly declare if you are credit listed,  have a criminal record against your name, appeared in court or had your fingerprints taken at the Police Station, dismissed from a previous position, all risk and integrity checks are conducted as part of the recruitment process 

Job description

The Department: 

Our goal is simple: support growth of the brand. Which means it’s our job to make sure that everything we do is strategically targeted, data driven and focused on return on investment. We use cutting edge tech to ensure precision within every field we operate, and push our people to stay on top of the latest marketing trends through regular training opportunities.
 

Purpose of the Role: 

We are seeking target driven, self-motivated, dynamic, and competitive English Sales Agents to join our vibrant team on a Flexi-Time basis. This unique opportunity is perfect for stay at home moms/dad, students and individuals looking to earn an extra income. If you have answered YES to all the above and meet the below requirements.

Duties include, but not limited to: 

• Completion of daily outbound sales with daily set KPI in the English language
• Meet or exceed daily outbound KPI’s of dials, claims and conversions
• Execute outbound campaigns to identify customers
• Customer relationship building and management
• Cross selling of products and services
• Processing pertinent information into relevant databases
• Performing extra tasks given by managers/supervisors as required
• Excellent time management and adherence to schedule

Requirements

Essential Criteria: 

• 1-2 Years’ Sales experience
• Fluent in English; able to communicate effectively (Speak, Read and Write)
• Able to work 24/7 shift rotations
• Grade 12 OR Equivalent
• Reliable transport 

Desirable Criteria: 

• Be in possession of degree or diploma; preferably in sales or marketing

Person Specifications: 

• Communication
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Terms and Conditions:

This position requires trust and honesty it has access to customers financial details – therefore a credit and criminal record check will be conducted.

The qualifications identified herein are an inherent job requirement; therefore, a qualification verification check will be done.

By applying for this role, and supplying the necessary details, you hereby grant us permission to apply for these checks. This will be done in a confidential manner, and solely for the purposes of verification.

The successful candidate will be expected to remain compliant and adhere to company policies.

Please Note:

You will require medical aid cover, if you do not have this yet, the company will process this for you. This will be discussed further upon induction.
Please deem your application as unsuccessful if you have not heard from us in 2 weeks.

Posted on 02 Aug 16:21

We have a very exciting opportunity for a junior to mid-weight Communications Practitioner at a wonderful conservation foundation based in Stellenbosch. There is a big focus on Content strategy and hands-on content generation in this role, across traditional and digital platforms. We’re looking for someone with strong research and analytical skills with the ability to write clear, compelling and original Copy. Some level of skill with photography and videography (not professional) would be a plus. Although the focus is Content, you will also be responsible for some administrative duties as well as traditional PR support. Don’t miss the chance to do meaningful work that educates and makes a difference.

Responsibilities

• Engage in effective and accurate lead research to support the communications team’s content creation process.
• Develop Copy and Content that educates, engages the audience, nurtures fundraising leads, supports business goals and tells a brand story across multiple print, digital, multimedia and corporate marketing platforms, products and channels.
• Stay abreast of industry developments, trends and news relevant to the brand so as to position content strategies accordingly.
• Work with global and regional colleagues across teams and functions to research, develop, and share content.
• Develop and maintain content schedules and a PR calendar.
• Assist with the dissemination of content to the media and other stakeholders, across traditional and digital channels.
• Assist with the design and layout of visual communications products such as posters, invitations, newsletters, brochures and other end-products of multimedia and design.
• Monitor and report on the impact of communication initiatives to the Communications Coordinator through analytical platforms and services provided, so as to be able to make recommendations and plans for revising social media, content marketing, SEO and social advertising campaigns if and where needed;
• Assist with strategy and content for internal communications materials.
• Assist with the coordination of the corporate brand portfolio, including corporate clothing and uniforms, banners, signage, and other related products.
• Be prepared and willing to perform tasks outside the given job description when required from time to time.

RequirementsThe successful candidate must have/be:

• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism or similar.
• Three to four years’ experience in a related field.
• Relevant writing portfolio.
• Full understanding of communication function and best practices.
• Knowledge of and experience in content strategy development and implementation across a variety of traditional and digital communication platforms.
• The ability to engage in effective and accurate lead research.
• The ability to write clear, compelling, original copy.
• Experience with Social Media Content development and community engagement (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, etc.).
• Experience in Digital Marketing Communication techniques and web usability principles.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional command of the English language.
• Advanced computer skills, including desktop publishing.
• Exceptionally creative and a conceptual thinker.
• Able to simplify the complex and make it audience-friendly.
• Advanced visual and aesthetic intelligence.
• Able to work under pressure and honour deadlines.

  Advantageous:

• Experience in investigative journalism and/or in-depth storytelling.
• All round corporate affairs and public relations experience.
• Skilled in photography and/or videography
• Knowledge of and experience in the coordination of multimedia production and editing (Lightroom/Photoshop/Adobe Premier Pro).
• Event planning experience.
• Design skills (Adobe InDesign/Photoshop) or similar.

Please submit a portfolio of written work and your salary requirements in the body of the email along with your CV on application.

Should you not receive a response within 1 week, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Company Description

Viv Gordon Placements (VGP) is a specialist recruitment agency in the advertising, marketing, media, digital, public relations and publishing industries.

Posted on 02 Aug 15:25