REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- NQF 7 qualification in Communications/ Events Management or related field.
- 5 years relevant experience.
- 2 years in a management role.
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE
- In-depth knowledge of the use of various distribution channels, particularly electronic delivery, online and website.
- Knowledge of the composition and dynamics of the South African Railway industry.
- Knowledge of financial management and systems, including audit processes.
- Knowledge of government strategic planning and delivery processes.
- Knowledge of rail safety management systems.
- Knowledge of strategic planning and principles.
KEY RESULTS AREAS
- Event Planning and Conceptualization: Brainstorming and developing event ideas and themes.
- Conducting market research and gathering information about the target audience.
- Developing strategies to promote the event and attract attendees.
- Coordinating with clients, sponsors, and partners.
- Gathering feedback from attendees, sponsors, and stakeholders.
- Creating post-event reports, including successes and areas for improvement.
- Conducting thorough assessments to understand the client's requirements.
- Maintaining open and transparent communication with clients.
- Identifying potential sponsors by researching companies that align with the event or organization.
- Evaluating potential sponsors based on their brand image, target audience, and marketing objectives.
- Clearly articulating what sponsors will gain from the partnership, including exposure, branding, and access to the target audience.
- Negotiating terms, benefits, and financial arrangements with potential sponsors.
- Drafting detailed sponsorship contracts outlining rights, responsibilities, and deliverables for both parties.
- Conducting post-event financial evaluations to assess the financial performance of events in order to identify areas for improvement and to inform future event planning decisions.
- Developing strategies to generate revenue for events.
- Reconciling the budget to compare actual expenses and revenues against the initial budget.
CLOSING DATE: 24 November 2023
- If you are interested in applying for the above-mentioned positions, and for further details of the positions, please visit the RSR recruitment portal https://rsr.mcidirecthire.com/external/currentopportunities
- Applications must be supported by a motivational / application letter, comprehensive curriculum vitae, certified copies of qualifications and a certified copy of your identity document.
- Applications which do not comply with the abovementioned requirements, as well as those received late, will not be considered.
- The RSR reserves the right to do vetting of references, credentials, criminal records (where applicable) and work experience of any candidate.
- ONLY candidates with the qualifying criteria will have an opportunity to be screened and shortlisted for the process.
- The shortlisted candidates must be willing to complete a competency assessment and medical assessment for inspectors in light of the inherent requirements of the job
- Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
- If you have not been contacted within a period of eight (8) weeks after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
- In line with the Employment Equity Policy of the Railway Safety Regulator, preference will be given to suitable candidates from the designated groups where applicable.
- The RSR reserves the right not to fill any advertised position.
- The processing of your personal information by the Railway Safety Regulator will be done in accordance with the POPI Act 4 of 2013.
- ENQUIRIES: Please direct queries to Recruitment@rsr.org.za
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