The Botswana College of Agriculture invites applications from suitably
qualified citizens for the following position:
OFFICE
OF THE PRINCIPAL VACANCY
CIRCULAR NO 2012:05:27 (OP)
PUBLIC
RELATIONS OFFICER (TWO-YEAR CONTRACT) - ONE POST
Requirements:
Candidates must possess a Bachelors Degree in Public Relations or
Communications or related field plus seven (7) years post-qualification
experience in public relations or communications environment or a Masters
Degree in Public Relations or Communications or related field plus three (3)
years post-qualification experience in a public relations or communications
environment. Candidates with experience in desktop publishing will have an
added advantage.
Candidates
should have the following competencies:
- Interpersonal relations
- Written communication
- Public speaking
- Strategic public relations planning
- Stakeholder management
- Creativity
Duties:
The successful candidate will be required to develop and implement the College
public relations strategy; manage stakeholder relationships to enhance the
image and reputation of the College; prepare press releases, respond to media
enquiries and act as the College spokesperson; produce College publications and
promotional materials; organize events aimed at promoting public awareness of
the College; and undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the
supervisor.
Remuneration:
BCA Salary Scale B6: P186 168.00 - P286 836.00 per annum
Fringe
Benefits: These include motor vehicle advance scheme, an optional 50% BCA funded
medical aid plan, group life assurance scheme and gratuity of 25% of basic
salary after successful completion of a two-year contract.
Method
of Application: Applications quoting the vacancy number, the post being applied
for and accompanied by detailed CVs, names and addresses of three referees, one
of whom should be an employer/most recent employer and/or immediate supervisor
(including their telephone and fax numbers and e-mail addresses where
applicable), true and certified copies of educational/professional
certificates, grade transcripts and identity card/passport must be sent to the
address below.
The
Manager, College Services
Botswana College of Agriculture
Private Bag 0027
GABORONE
The
College will only enter into correspondence with shortlisted candidates.
