Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following posts at Great Zimbabwe University:
1.0 VICE CHANCELLOR’S OFFICE
1.1 DEPUTY DIRECTOR, INFORMATION AND PUBLIC RELATIONS (1 POST)
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Director, Information and public Relations, the incumbent shall be responsible for assisting in the following areas:
· Ensuring communication strategy is consistent and reflects the University’s vision;
· Delivering and managing the University’s internal and external communications;
· Implementing social media strategies;
· Publishing videos and photographs on university websites and blogs;
· Directing special presentations including business shows, charity functions or media campaigns;
· Developing short and long term plans/budgets for the marketing / communications/ public relations program and its activities;
· Monitoring progress, ensuring adherence and evaluating performance of marketing/ communications/ public relations mission, goals and financial objectives;
· Developing the advertising, marketing and promotion plans of the University;
· Reviewing marketing material;
· Performing any other duties as assigned by Director, Information and Public Relations.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Applicants must have at least a Master’s Degree in Media Studies or related field plus three (3) years’ experience in media and public relations. Applicants must be mature, hardworking, reliable, responsible and prepared to work overtime. In addition, applicants should possess superior interpersonal and communications skills.
NB: Female candidates are encouraged to apply. Police clearance is mandatory for successful candidates.
Applicants must submit six copies of applications of the following: application letter, certified certificates and curriculum vitae giving full details of names, place and date of birth, experience, contact telephone number(s) and names and addresses of three referees to:
The Deputy Registrar, Human Resources and Legal Affairs
Great Zimbabwe University
P.O. Box 1235
MASVINGO
Or email recruitment@gzu.ac.zw as single PDF file
The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 25 June 2021.