PUBLIC RELATIONS & EDUCATION ASSISTANT (SANCCOB EASTERN IN SOUTH AFRICA

PUBLIC RELATIONS & EDUCATION ASSISTANT Cape St. Francis, Eastern Cape SANCCOB, a leading marine conservation non-profit organisation, seeks to employ a Public Relations & Education Assistant to join their team in Cape St. Francis (Eastern Cape) on a short-term basis (4 months); starting no later than 5 October . Key responsibilities and duties include: · Welcome all visitors to the SANCCOB Centre and ensure a professional, friendly and informative atmosphere · On-floor management of the SANCCOB Gift Shop, including assistance to customers; selling of merchandise; shop layout and presentation; assist with weekly stock control and ordering. · Conduct daily interactive public tours of the SANCCOB facility to walk-in visitors · Assist in conducting educational tours to school-, tour-, and other groups (up to 30 people at a time) · Event support and campaign support · Assist in finding innovative means to ensure maximum visitor satisfaction and revenue generation · Assist with donation collection tin distribution and tracking · Basic reception and admin duties, including answering the telephone, adequately deal with queries; book and respond to tour inquiries; receipt donations; keep company visitor database updated; control access into the centre; and receive and record deliveries · Assist rehabilitation team with seabird rescue and general rehabilitation duties to ensure smooth operations behind the scenes Key competencies The successful candidate will be a team player that is physically fit, hardworking, able to work in all weather conditions and willing to work after-hours and frequently in excess of standard working hours. A love for wildlife and conservation, and a caring and compassionate nature will be essential. Experience in- and a passion for public speaking. The successful person should be a quick learner, comfortable working within a smaller team and have the ability to work independently and under pressure during peak seasons. Requirements: · Experience dealing directly with the public – and working in education (public speaking, tours) · A tertiary qualification in Public Relations or Education advantageous but not a requirement · Experience working in the tourism and hospitality industry beneficial · Strong verbal and written communication skills (English & Afrikaans) · A valid driver’s license essential and own transport advantageous · Computer literate (Microsoft Office package) and proficiency in photography, editing and design advantageous Preference will be given to applicants residing in the Greater St. Francis and Kouga region. Please forward a CV with at least 2 contactable references (max 3 pages) to fax: , Attention: Louanne Mostert, e-mail to louanne [AT] sanccob [DOT] co [DOT] za, or hand deliver to SANCCOB at the Seal Point Lighthouse, Cape St. Francis. Deadline for applications: Friday, 18 September Management will not accept telephonic applications and will only correspond with applicants selected for interviews.