UNISA Public Relations Internship Programme 2021

Job Description

Company : UNISA
Location : Eastern Cape, South Africa
Closing date: 24 March 2021

UNISA: Public Relations Internship Programme 2021

Reference No: ECM&C/INTERN/SM2021

Assumption of duty: As soon as possible

Duration: 12 months contract

Salary: R67 630 pa

The purpose of this Internship opportunity is to expose students on the following areas:

• Research: This involved daily scanning (press clippings); and environmental scanning
• Planning and advising: This involves attending planning and progress meetings
• Management of Media Relations: This involves drafting media invitation and media briefs. Regular updating a database of media of contacts (media list)
• Writing: Assist in writing articles for intranet and internal newsletter
• Attend career exhibitions
• General administration duties in the unit

Requirements:

• Third-level Public Relations: Student registered for Module: DPR3711

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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Computer literacy in respect of Microsoft packages and the internet
• Proficiency in English (verbal and written)
• Good interpersonal skills, communication skills and telephone etiquette
• Ability to take initiative and work in a team under constant supervision
• Sense of commitment, responsibility and punctuality
• The ability to prioritise and pay attention to details
• Problem solving skills

How to Apply

Reference No: ECM&C/INTERN/SM2021

To apply for this position, the following documents must be submitted,

• Curriculum Vitae
• Original certified copy of matric certificate and all other qualifications, certified within the previous six months
• Original certified copy of South African identity document, certified within the previous six months
• Certified transcript or record on an official letterhead
• One page motivational letter – why you should be considered for this internship
• UNISA is not obliged to fill an advertised position

Applications can be emailed to: [email protected]

Please note:

• UNISA is not obliged to fill an advertised position.
• Late applications will not be considered.
• Appointments will be made in accordance with Unisa’s Employment Equity Plan and other applicable legislation.
• All applications should reach UNISA before 16:00 on the closing date.

Enquiries:

• Mr TL Kgaswane (Human Resources) (043) 709 0437
• Ms NB Gasa (Marketing & Communication) (043) 709 0405

Correspondence will be limited to short-listed and successful candidates only. If you have not been contacted within 2 months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was not successful.