KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT COMMUNICATIONS RESEARCH ASSISTANT IN SOUTH AFRICA

Overview: The highly motivated Knowledge Management Communications Research Assistant   works under the direction and supervision of the Senior Engagement Manager, Knowledge Management / Communications to support internal knowledge management efforts and the development of internal and external communications platforms and products. Key Responsibilities: Knowledge Management and Communications Assist with written and visual content for the Organisation’s knowledge management and communication materials and projects (i.e. internal and external newsletters, intranet, blog entries, etc.) Maintain a database of accolades, client endorsements, news articles, etc. to incorporate in suitable communications platforms both internally and externally Help create Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for knowledge capture Support the maintenance efforts of knowledge management platforms such as online photograph/video database, product catalogues and document repositories in the business Assist with creative web content for the Organisation’s website (i.e. capturing of staff stories in oral/video/written formats, draft press releases, etc.) A six monthly content review of the Organisation’s website and engage the relevant contact person / project lead to ensure content updated Compile weekly news alerts in the public health sector and disseminate to the business Support with social media feeds, activities and monitoring as identified in Social Media strategy (forthcoming) General administrative tasks as required Support for product roll out/coordination and procurement, supplier research and liaising with service providers   Stakeholder Mapping               Media landscape – Create and maintain a media contact database for South Africa and key international media. Research and identify media houses/contacts for Organisation’s partnership, design plan on content features for dissemination to targeted media to ensure dissemination of strategic articles in identified media platforms CRM - Help develop databases which capture stakeholder information for the business Awards landscape - Conduct research on suitable global and domestic awards/public recognition platforms and assemble applications on behalf of the Organisation   Other Special Projects Assistance with special projects as they arise Qualification: A Bachelors Degree in the Social Sciences, Health, Communications or other related field A minimum of 1 year work experience in a PR, advertising, communication firm, healthcare management, international development or similar organization Strong research, analytical, writing and communication skills Experience in database creation and maintenance Advanced Word, Excel, PowerPoint (Proficiency in MS Excel is mandatory) Highly motivated self-starter who takes direction well, but also works independently Demonstrated ability to work effectively in an entrepreneurial environment A high degree of energy, self-motivation, and resourcefulness Send a detailed CV to: