US Embassy Strategic Content Coordination Assistant Jobs in South Africa
US Embassy Strategic Content Coordination Assistant Jobs in South Africa
DutiesThe Strategic Content and Press & Media Coordinator works under the supervision of the Public Affairs Officer (PAO) or PAO designee, and has no supervisory responsibilities. He/she receives work guidance from the Public Diplomacy Officer/Spokesperson (PDO/SPOX) and Public Diplomacy Officer for Strategic Content Coordination (PDO/SCC) at Embassy Pretoria.
The incumbent is responsible for advising the PAO on strategic planning for programs on critical issues such as promoting prosperity and good governance; countering transnational threats and fostering American security; advancing public health, human rights, and dignity; and countering violent extremism.
Requirements:
A minimum of four years of progressively responsible experience in a media outlet, think tank, university, NGO, international organization, foreign embassy, government office, or corporation is required, with responsibility for public relations, public affairs, journalism, communications, marketing, outreach events, press conferences, and other media interactions as significant parts of the job.
Must have experience managing digital properties, and content creation in multimedia and traditional formats.
Job Knowledge:
Detailed knowledge of U.S. foreign policy objectives and American interests in South Africa.
Good understanding of U.S. historical, political, economic, and cultural forces that shape U.S. foreign policy.
Comprehensive understanding of South African and regional press/media institutions and professional journalism standards and practices, as well as trends in audience preferences for information consumption (print, TV, radio, online).
Must have an understanding of communication trends in the region and
internationally as they affect the South African and regional information landscapes and must be familiar with influence patterns in information flow.
Comprehensive knowledge of target audience groups including regional, demographic, ethnic, socioeconomic, cultural, and linguistic factors and the influence of religious, cultural, and educational institutions in shaping South African attitudes.
Knowledge of commercial marketing techniques, market (audience) analysis and analytics, and customer service.
Knowledge of trends in regional and international communications patterns and how they affect the South African communications landscape.
Knowledge and understanding of how to identify engagement opportunities and how to leverage them within the societal norms of each community.
Must have knowledge of commercial and regulatory aspects of digital marketing and advertising products and services and the general knowledge of project management, including defining project objectives, outcomes, and assessment methods.
How to Apply
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