MANAGER, MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS - Botswana International University of Science & Technology

Job requirements

Education: A Degree in Marketing, Communication or related field.
                                     
Experience:    
•    At least eight (8) years of work experience as a communications or public relations practitioner or journalist. Experience in working in an educational institution would be an added advantage.

•    Must possess international experience in promotional, marketing and road show activities.

•    Knowledge of international relations is required.

•    Experience in using the balanced scorecard as a business tool is an advantage.

The position requires the following Competencies/Skills:

•    Technological Awareness: Solid knowledge and understanding of information and communications technologies and ability to use such technology efficiently.
   
•    Business Acumen: A strong background in business development and management.  

•    Corporate Communications: Solid background in the development and implementation of communications and marketing strategies to support implementation of the organisation strategy.

•    Planning & Organisation: Proven ability to effectively allocate resources and plan for the implementation of programme activities across the designate region thorough demonstrable planning and organisational capabilities.

•    Strategy: Proven ability to plan and organise work, requiring in-depth understanding of strategic planning and direction and an ability to integrate the work of the programme in the region. 

•    Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

•    Communication: Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, and an ability to communicate with people from diverse cultural, educational and professional backgrounds. An ability to prepare communication documentation that supports business development and information dissemination.

•    Analytical Skills: Proven conceptual evaluative and analytical skills ability to identify issues, formulate options and make conclusive recommendations.
•    Commercial Focus: Identifies opportunities to develop and market new products and services. Understands the various aspects of the business and demonstrates an awareness of business functions and how business decisions can affect financial and non-financial outcomes.
•    Negotiation & Advocacy: Persuades others and facilitates win-win situations.
Remuneration

The University offers an attractive package, commensurate with qualification and experience.

If you meet the requirements of the above stated position, please send your application letter quoting the reference number above and a detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified true copies of your certificates, practicing certificates, professional registration certificate and  two (2) current professional references to;

Director, Human Resources at the email address below.
recruitment.cpa@biust.ac.bw 

For any further enquiries, you may call Ms. Chakandinakira or Ms. Mogwera @ 4900117


CLOSING DATE: August 5, 2016