STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST ADVERT
SALARY R909 735 – 1 137 000 PER ANNUM
Develop and implement a stakeholder engagement and strategic communications strategy and plan to enhance the EWSETA’s profile as a thought leader in the energy and water sectors through strategic communication. To position the EWSETA as a leader in its field through best-in-class content so that energy and water industry stakeholders associate the EWSETA with insight, thought-leadership and authority.
Brief Overview of the Role
The Strategic Communications Specialist has the following focus areas:
- Curating high-quality content aligned to strategic focus areas – copywriting, sourcing, editing and publishing relevant articles, case studies, videos, research papers, guest blog posts, podcasts, infographics and white papers from EWSETA executives, managers and subject-matter experts.
- Sharing the EWSETA’s perspective with journalists and analysts. Proactively offering commentary on industry trends via e-mails and press releases.
- Arranging speaking engagements in front of key audiences for EWSETA executives, managers and subject matter experts at reputable trade shows or conferences.
- Building Third-Party Advocacy – Identifying and building relationships with third-party influencers (analysts, academics, sector stakeholders, etc.) to create a group of people who can promote EWSETA’s reputation through their personal engagements
- Leveraging social media.
- Coordinating the EWSETA’s participation in sector opportunities to raise its profile.
- Creating opportunities for EWSETA subject matter experts to engage with the relevant stakeholders in various types of in-person and virtual events.
- Collaborate with the relevant stakeholders to form strategic partnerships that will elevate the EWSETA’s profile as a thought leader and AUTHORITY in the Energy and Water Sectors.
Key Responsibilities
- Stakeholder Engagement Strategy and Strategic Communication Plan Development and Implementation.
- Communications Support
- Annual Report
- Service Provider Contract Management
- Internal Communications
- Brand Image
- Public and Media Relations
- Event Support
- Digital Platforms
- Budgeting
- Teamwork and self-development
Application Process
Please click here to download the full detailed Job Description for the role of the Strategic Communications Specialist.
CVs and Certified Qualifications of suitably qualified persons must be forwarded to newrecruitment@ewseta.org.za by no later than the Close of Business 20 September 2024 (i.e. by 16:30 p.m.). Enquiries may be directed to the HR Manager at 010 109 3250 or Mthenjwa Radebe at mthenjwar@ewseta.org.za. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates. EWSETA reserves the right not to make an appointment/s for the advertised post.
Appointment will be made in line with the EWSETA Employment Equity targets.
NB: Please use the name of the position on the subject line of your application email.
