Sales And Marketing Manager (1 Post)
Sales & Marketing Jobs
- NUST - National University of…
- Expires 20 Aug 2021
- Bulawayo
- Full Time
Job Description
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
The University seeks to recruit applicants with requisite qualifications, skills and experience for the following posts
Sales And Marketing Manager (1 Post)
The incumbent is responsible for developing, implementing and monitoring marketing strategies which promote research and development activities of the University’s Innovation Hub and Industrial Park as international centres of excellence in science and technology, and entrepreneurship for sustainable development, to both internal and external stakeholders. This position would best suit an experienced marketing and communications professional with a passion for technology innovations, business development and start-up product launches. The incumbent will report to the Director: Business Development.
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
• Develops Marketing Strategies for companies in the Industrial Park, the Innovation Hub and other incubates;
• Initiates, produces and coordinates marketing programmes and content for the Innovation Hub to showcase its programmes;
• Researches on the impact of student and alumni achievements and industry partnerships;
• Conducts market research to identify potential investors for goods and services from the Innovation Hub;
• Investigates new opportunities for demand-driven products, services and research;
• Maintains a communication system for Innovation Hub highlights for internal (intranet, research briefs, newsletters, emails, announcements) and external (internet, newsletters, brochures, news release) consumers;
• Oversees the coordination and organization of all public events linked to the Innovation, and;
• Performs any other related duties, as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications and Experience
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing or Business Management majoring in Marketing; or relevant equivalent qualification.
• At least 5 years’ relevant experience in a Research and Development or academic environment.
• A Masters’ Degree in the above areas will be a distinct advantage.
• A demonstrable record in creative writing, digital advertising and content management is required.
• Computer skills, including basic knowledge of Design packages such as Photoshop or Illustrator are essential.
Key Competencies and Attributes
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills with an eye to prioritize and coordinate strict work demands;
• Excellent interpersonal, team working and communication skills;
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative, courteous working relationships with others; • Be self-motivated and able to work independently and under pressure.
How to Apply
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
All applications will be treated in strictest confidence. Applications, which should include a curriculum vitae (giving full personal particulars of applicant including full name, place and date of birth, qualifications, employment and experience, present salary, telephone numbers and the names, addresses (including email) and telephone numbers of three contactable referees) and copies of certificates must be addressed to:
The Senior Assistant Registrar
Human Resources Department
National University of Science and Technology
P O Box AC 939
Ascot
Bulawayo, ZIMBABWE
And emailed to: recruitment@nust.ac.zw in a single pdf file clearly indicating the position being applied for in the subject line.
The National University of Science and Technology is an equal opportunity employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.
The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 20 August, 2021.
ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.
