Marketing & Communication Executive

Overview

BROAD FUNCTION 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Responsible for creating, implementing and measuring the success of: a comprehensive marketing, communications and public relations program that will enhance the Foundation's image and position within the marketplace and the general public, and facilitate internal and external communications; and, all Foundation marketing, communications and public relations activities and materials including publications, media relations, client acquisition and so forth.
• Ensure articulation of Foundation's desired image and position, assure consistent communication of image and position throughout the Foundation, and assure communication of image and position to all constituencies, both internal and external.
• Responsible for editorial direction, design, production and distribution of all Foundation publications. 
• Coordinate media interest in the Foundation and ensure regular contact with target media and appropriate response to media requests. 
• Act as the FCS's representative with the media. 
• Coordinate the appearance of all Foundation print and electronic materials such as letterhead, use of logo, brochures, etc. 
• Develop, coordinate and oversee programs, technical assistance and resource materials to assist the Foundation in the marketing, communications and positioning of its activities.
• Provide counsel to units on marketing, communications and public relations. Ensure that the Organization regularly conducts relevant market research and coordinate and oversee this activity. Monitor trends. Leads projects as assigned, such as cause-related marketing and special events. 
• Responsible for the achievement of marketing/communications/public relations mission, goals and financial objectives. Ensure that evaluation systems are in place related to these goals and objectives and report progress to the Supervisor
• Develop short- and long-term plans and budgets for the marketing/ communications/ public relations program and its activities, monitor progress, assure adherence and evaluate performance. 
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• Recommend short- and long-term Foundation goals and objectives to the Supervisor 
• Develop, implement and monitor systems and procedures necessary to the smooth operation of the marketing/communications/public relations function. 
• Develop and coordinate means to seek regular input from the Organization's key constituencies regarding the quality of programs and services and the Organization's relevance.
• Act as an internal consultant to bring attention and solutions to institutional priorities. 
• Regular updates of FCS website with current information to keep the readers and stakeholders at large with up to date information. 
• Participate in Risk Management process 
• Carry out any other functions assigned by the Supervisor 

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS 

• A Minimum of 3 years' experience in marketing, communications or public relations with demonstrated success, preferably in the not-for-profit or association sector. Bachelor's degree in journalism, marketing, public relations preferred. Graduate degree in a related field is desirable. 

• Demonstrated skills, knowledge and experience in the design and execution of marketing, communications and public relations activities. 
• Strong creative, strategic, analytical, organizational and personal sales skills. 
• Experience developing and managing budgets 
• Demonstrated successful experience writing press releases, making presentations and negotiating with media. 
• Experience overseeing the design and production of print materials and publications.
• Computer literacy in word processing, database management, and page layout. 
• Commitment to working with shared leadership and in cross-functional teams. 
• Strong oral and written communications skills. 
• Ability to manage multiple projects at a time.

REMUNERATION 

MODE OF APPLICATION 

•  Copies of relevant certificates 
•  Full contact details, including telephone numbers and e-mail address 
•  The names and contact details of three (3) professional references.