Applications are invited from suitably qualified local candidates for the following positions tenable in the Ministry of Education and Training:
DEPARTMENT: LESOTHO DISTANCE TEACHING CENTRE
POSITION: ASSISTANT MARKETING OFFICER
GRADE F: M143, 268.00 – M172, 908.00 Job summary
Under the general supervision of marketing officer, the incumbent implements plans, administers marketing procedures and organizes campaigns.
1) Implementation of sectional plans for achievement of sectional objectives.
a) To draw individual plans in accordance with the sectional plan.
b) To describe activities of public relations unit.
c) To set performance standards and indicators for activities to be performed
2) Administration of Marketing Procedures for Promotion of LDTC Offerings.
a) To supply price list of LDTC productions and service offerings.
b) To receive requests for service provision and prepare requisitions.
c) To write copies of product, reflecting key messages, features and benefits.
d) To copy writing of article and marketing materials etc.
e) To liaise with multi-media personnel to arrange for adverts.
f) To keep, update and maintain record systems for the unit
3) Organization of marketing and promotional campaigns to advertise the educational programmes and services LDTC offers.
a) To plan and schedule campaign activities
b) To prepare notifications about location dates, etc. to prospective learners and ODL Stakeholders.
c) To consult with learner support and materials development to prepare content of the campaigns.
d) To organize expert presenters on special subjects.
e) To produce reports on campaign activities.
Job specification
Knowledge and skills
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing with media studies
Working at ODL institution will be an added advantage.
Attributes
ICT appreciation
Planning and organizing skills Report writing skills
Communication and interpersonal skills
PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY SERVING OFFICERS MAY APPLY FOR GRADE F POSITIONS HERE ADVERTISED.
Applications on the relevant forms G.P. 104 for serving officers and G.P. 103 for job seekers duly accompanied by certified copies of educational certificates, performance appraisal forms transcripts, diplomas etc. must be addressed to:
The Principal Secretary
Ministry of Education and Training
P. O. Box 47
Maseru – 100
Not later than, 30th October, 2019