Principal Officer (Marketing) (Marketing & Communications)

In brief

**Overview** This is an editorial summary for the role of Principal Officer (Marketing) within the Marketing & Communications department of the City of uMhlathuze. The position is designated as SAP POST NUMBER 20002063, TASK T12 BASIC, and offers a salary range of R 555 627.24 – R 642 465.00 per annum. The primary focus of this role is to market the City's services and assets to attract strategic investment, contribute to marketing strategies, and maintain the municipality's brand identity. **What you will do** Key responsibilities for this role include: * Attracting strategic investment for the City of uMhlathuze by marketing the services and assets of the Municipality and its area of influence, and assisting in investment decisions and feasibility studies when profiling the City Local Government legislation and frameworks (e.g., Municipal Systems Act, Municipal Structures Act). * Demonstrating knowledge of Batho Pele principles and public service communication standards. * Applying knowledge of branding, digital marketing, and media trends to develop and maintain a positive, uniform brand identity for the municipality. * Utilizing knowledge of Government communication systems and protocols and information system guidelines. * Contributing to the municipality's annual marketing and communications strategy, often closely tied to the City’s Integrated Development Plan (IDP). **Requirements (from the original advert)** * A relevant Bachelor’s Degree/ National Diploma in Marketing, Communication Science, Public Relations or equivalent. * A valid Driver’s Licence. * 5 years relevant experience. * Good communication skills. * A high level of report writing skills. * Organizational awareness. * Project management skills. * Data processing and analysis skills. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is a professional holding a relevant Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in Marketing, Communication Science, Public Relations, or an equivalent qualification. They should possess a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience and a valid Driver’s Licence. The role requires individuals with strong communication, report writing, project management, and data processing and analysis skills, alongside organizational awareness. Applicants should have a comprehensive understanding of local government legislation, Batho Pele principles, public service communication standards, branding, digital marketing, media trends, and government communication systems and protocols, ready to contribute strategically to the City's marketing and investment attraction efforts. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/principal-officer-marketing-marketing-communications-city-of-umhlathuze Source: myjobmag

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• At least 5 years of experience.

• SAP
• Project management
• Driver's licence

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