Position Profile
CHE
Position Title
Public Relations and Marketing Manager
Job Description
Position Title: Public Relations and Marketing Manager
Directorate: Chief Executive
Grade: D1
Reports to: Chief Executive
Peer Relationships: Managers and Section Officers
Direct Subordinates: None
Internal Liaison: Directorate of Quality Assurance; Planning and M&E; Information and Communication Technology; Human Resources and Corporate Services; Finance
External Liaison: Higher education institutions, regulatory bodies, media houses, government agencies, development partners, and other stakeholders
Purpose of the Job
The purpose of this job is to lead the development and implementation of public relations, communication, and marketing strategies to enhance the visibility, reputation, and stakeholder engagement of the Council on Higher Education (CHE), and to promote awareness of its mandate, policies, and services.
Key Accountabilities
- Management
- Reporting
- Communication Strategy and Media Relations
- Branding and Marketing
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Digital Communication and Information Dissemination
- Monitoring and Evaluation
Essential Requirements
Qualifications
A postgraduate qualification in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or a related field
Experience
At least five (5) years’ relevant experience in public relations, communications, or marketing
Key Competencies
- Knowledge of public relations, communication, and marketing principles
- Media relations and stakeholder engagement skills
- Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills
- Digital communication and social media management
- Branding and campaign management
- Analytical thinking and strategic awareness
- Ability to develop and implement communication strategies
- Strong planning and organisational skills
- Results-oriented with ability to measure impact
Further Information
Detailed job descriptions and requirements for the above positions are available on the CHE website:
www.che.ac.ls
Application Instructions
Interested candidates should submit:
- A formal application letter
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Certified copies of academic certificates and transcripts
- Names and contact details of three (3) referees
Applications must be submitted to:
Director Human Resources and Corporate Services
Council on Higher Education
P.O. Box 14046
Maseru 100
Lesotho
Email: [email protected]
Or hand deliver to
Corner Lerotholi and Constitution Road, Maseru
Closing Date
4:00 PM on Friday, 10 July 2026
Important Notes
- Applicants are required to verify their local qualifications and evaluate foreign qualifications with the Council on Higher Education.
- Only applications that meet the minimum requirements will be considered.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Late applications will not be accepted.