NB please note that you should come from agency (advertising) background

Duties and responsibilities include:

researching and writing articles for publication in the company’s printed and electronic communications, both internal and external, and secondly, the production and distribution of these printed and electronic publications. Writing text for business and consumer

Using their proven writing ability, the incumbents will also be required to prepare media releases, editorials, speeches, brochure copy, etc.

Furthermore, the incumbent will also be required to support the members of the Marketing Services team in the performance of their particular responsibilities, when required.
• A degree/diploma in journalism
• Five years' plus relevant working experience
• Relevant experience within a professional services environment would be advantageous

Requirements
• Fluent in English (preferably mother tongue)
• Confident, well-spoken, disciplined, detail and deadline orientated
• Excellent communication skills (ability to interact well with personnel at all levels within an organisation)
• Excellent organisational skills (ability to plan and implement independently)
• Excellent English writing skills (proven ability is essential)
• Proven competency in researching, writing and producing group magazines, electronic newsletters, brochures, company profiles, etc.
• Proven competency in liaising with the media and in the preparation of media releases
• Proven competency in the writing of editorials and speeches
• Competency in MS Office products (Outlook, Word and PowerPoint)
• Must have a valid drivers licence and own reliable transport