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Monday, April 21, 2014

MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS CO-ORDINATOR



Deadline: April 23, 2014

The Playhouse Company, situated in Durban, is looking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Marketing and Communications Coordinator.

The suitable incumbent will have to demonstrate proven experience in the coordination of various aspects of the Company’s communication strategy so that the marketing targets are attained. These duties include inter alia the following:

- Assist with implementation and roll out of marketing and communication plans
- Co-ordination of media releases and media communication
- Co-ordination of mailers and other online communication
- Update What’s On diaries
- Handle all invitations, protocol, RSVP’s, including drafting of lists, distribution of invitations and making the necessary follow-ups
- Update Facebook, Twitter and other social media platforms
- Support sales – setting up appointments, assisting with phone calls, actively seeking additional promotional and selling opportunities
- Assist with audience development for productions
The suitable incumbent will need to meet the following minimum criteria:
- Matric
- Advanced computer skills, including word, PowerPoint and excel
- A working knowledge of the media
- Detailed knowledge and experience of social networking platforms
- A marketing or public relations qualification would be an added advantage

Candidates from previously disadvantaged groups are encouraged to apply.

Those who meet the above requirements, should send detailed CV to Futhi Mbambo, hrofficer@playhousecompany.com no later than close of business on April 23, 2014.