Public Relations and Research Assistant (Temporary) JOB PURPOSE To maintain continuity in the ECA’s priority communications, member information services and routine research support during a period of organisational transition, thereby supporting the Association’s visibility, responsiveness and delivery of timely services to members, clients and other stakeholders. JOB SUMMARY/SCOPE The incumbent provides operational support across the ECA’s communications, public relations and routine research activities. The role supports the timely delivery of public and member-facing content, coordinates routine research and information-based activities, and assists the CEO or other departments with approved correspondences, promotional material and organisational initiatives. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Graphic Design and Public Relations Conceptualise, prepare, and/or design any promotional material required for advertisements, flyers, social media, website and other publications, campaigns or projects of the ECA & its subsidiary Coordinate the delivery of all approved advertising material or campaigns, as directed, and liaise with advertisers, in consultation with the designated Supervisor Assist with the preparation of articles, press releases, letters, speeches, and presentations for the media and other public or special engagements Maintain, update, or create approved content for the organisation’s website and social media pages Research and Publications Receive all external research requests and liaise with the requesting party, as needed, to establish deliverables or other project needs Assist with the conduct of external research activities, including contacting and following up with participants, disseminating survey instruments, or preparing analysis documents using prescribed templates Receive and fulfil all Library-related orders for publications, judgments or collective agreements Prepare the weekly membership newsletter collating local, regional and international news headlines in industrial relations, labour/employment law and other developments in the world of work. Prepare one (1) report on Industrial Court Judgments delivered during a specified quarter, using the prescribed template, noting the thematic areas, key issues and outcomes Communications Support the CEO in preparing or responding to official correspondences from external stakeholders Assist other departments in the promotion and execution of planned organisational events Administrative Maintain a proper system for filing, copying, archiving, and retrieving documents and other records QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant qualifications and practical experience Demonstrated experience in graphic design and content preparation using software or applications such as CorelDRAW, Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator, Canva or other desktop publishing and design tools Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel Assets Post Graduate qualifications in a related field Previous experience in a communications, public relations, marketing or research environment Experience managing or developing content for websites, social media platforms and digital marketing campaigns Experience supporting survey administration, research projects, data collection or the preparation of research reports Familiarity with labour market, industrial relations, employment law or public policy issues REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Planning and Prioritisation: Ability to organise competing assignments, establish priorities and complete work within prescribed deadlines. Communication and Writing: Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear, accurate and professional correspondences or content Editing and Proofreading: Ability to review written and visual content for accuracy, clarity, grammar, consistency and suitability for the intended audience Digital Communications: Working knowledge of website content management, social media platforms, e-marketing and other digital communication channels Analytical Ability and Attention to Detail: Ability to interpret information, identify relevant issues and produce accurate work while maintaining close attention to detail Collaboration and Stakeholder Service: Ability to work effectively with colleagues, members, clients, service providers and external stakeholders, while demonstrating professionalism, responsiveness and strong interpersonal skills Technical Comprehension: Ability to understand specialised information relating to labour, industrial relations, employment law and public policy and communicate such information accurately and accessibly This is a temporary position, for a period of three (3) months. Interested pesons should follow the instructions below for the submission of an application for this vacancy: Email their Résumé and Covering Letter to the HR Administrator at hradmin[at]ecatt.org with the subject line: Application for Temporary Research Assistant - Name Surname Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
