Public Relations/Communications Internship Programme
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University · Gauteng
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- A minimum of diploma NQF 6 in Public Relations/ Communication/ Journalism/ Film and Television and/or Marketing; attach transcript
- New entrants into the Public Relations/Communications environment in other words, applicants must not have previously worked or held a Public Relations / Communication internship position
- Basic understanding of Public Relations / Communication
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel; software
- Willingness to learn Public Relations / Communication
- Ability to liaise effectively with various stakeholders
- Must be a South African citizen
DUTIES
- Assist in conducting interviews with staff, students, alumni and other stakeholders to support institutional news reporting
- Assist in identifying, researching and writing institutional news stories for publication on the University website, intranet, newsletters and other communication platforms
- Assist with the implementation of marketing and brand awareness campaigns
- Assist with planning, coordination and communication of university events
- Support student recruitment activities, including school outreach, open days, career exhibitions and the distribution of recruitment information
- Assist in capturing high-quality photographs and videos of University events,ceremonies, campaigns and institutional activities
- Assist in planning, shooting and editing promotional videos, interviews, documentaries and social media content
- Assist in producing short-form digital content for the University's social media platforms and website
- Assist with alumni engagement activities, alumni database administration, event coordination and communication with graduates
- Support the planning and implementation of social media campaigns and assist with the preparation of social media copy and content schedules
- Assist with social media monitoring and the compilation of media coverage reports
- Maintain organized records of news articles, photographs, publications, campaign material and other departmental content
- Provide general administrative and coordination support across the communications, Marketing, Alumni Relations, Student Recruitment and Events functions
- Perform any other related duties assigned by the supervisor