Marketing and Commercialisation Officer

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) requires an efficient and enthusiastic person to market the KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden to public and stakeholders.

The role requires an individual with the following minimum requirements: A three (3) year Degree/National Diploma in Marketing and Communications or the equivalent • At least 2 - 5 years’ working experience in the field of Marketing/communications. The candidate must have extensive experience and knowledge in marketing, exhibitions, public relations and communications as well implementing marketing and communications strategies. • Computer literacy (MS Excel, MS Access, MS Power Point and MS Word) is essential • Presentation and report writing skills • Good communication skills (verbal and written) • Good interpersonal skills • Analytical and problem solving skills • Good leadership and management skills • Ability to function independently and work well as part of a team • A valid (unendorsed) Code B driver’s license plus one year’s driving experience.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide general Marketing support to KZN based biodiversity science project
• Media and Communications
• Public Relations
• Stakeholder Management
• Internal and External Communications
• Brand Management
• Managing the KZN National Botanical Garden exhibitions and Promotions
• Events Management
• Financial Management
• Increasing Visitor Footfall.

SANBI offers an all-inclusive annual salary package ranging from R328 022.00 to R459 232.00

Please Note:

1) An application form must accompany the CV together with a letter motivating why the applicant should be favourably considered for the position and confirming that the minimum qualifications are met (applicants lacking evidence of relevant experience will not be considered).

2) A skills test will be conducted as part of the selection process.

3) Applicants must also provide the full names, addresses and telephone numbers and if possible e-mail addresses of at least three referees.

4) Failure to submit the requested information and reference number may result in your application not being considered.

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. SANBI reserves the right not to fill this position. All applications will be considered with the understanding that, in terms of the SANBI Employment Equity Plan, preference will currently be given to candidates from the designated groups.

Contact Mr Steve Mahlangu on (012) 843 5217 or preferably, or forward the completed application form, a letter and concise CV via e-mail to recruitmentpta@sanbi.org.za  or fax (012) 843 5222. Postal applications are to be addressed to the Assistant Director: Human Resources, South African National Biodiversity Institute, Private Bag X101, Pretoria, 001.

Candidates are expected to be available for selection interviews on a date and time as determined by SANBI.  If no response has been received within 30 days of the closing date, candidates may consider their applications unsuccessful.