Job Vacancy: Marketing Officer (1 Post)
Advert Number: Adv 4/2025
Bindura University of Science Education
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced individuals to fill a Marketing Officer position that has arisen in the Vice-Chancellor’s Office, specifically within the Advancement and Public Affairs Department.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Marketing Officer to join our team at Bindura University of Science Education. This role involves developing and executing marketing strategies that enhance the University’s visibility and appeal to prospective students, staff, and partners.
Qualifications and Experience:
- A minimum of a BSc Honors Degree in Marketing from a recognized university.
- Preferably over five (5) years of proven experience in marketing, fundraising, events, and social media marketing.
- Experience working within a university or similar educational setup.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in digital marketing, social media, and content marketing.
- Familiar with SEO, SEM, and data analysis tools.
- Possession of a Digital Marketing Certificate is an advantage.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Director of Advancement and Public Affairs, the Marketing Officer will:
- Establish collaborations with corporate organizations, individuals, potential partners, and development agencies.
- Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and execute strategies promoting the University brand.
- Draft and maintain an Engagement and Marketing Events Calendar.
- Attend and represent the University at partner events.
- Plan and host fundraising events, including drafting request letters.
- Assist in creating effective social media marketing campaigns and reports.
- Ensure brand consistency across all marketing channels and communications.
- Oversee alumni relations and maintain an alumni database.
- Monitor social media channels, engaging with followers to boost brand visibility.
- Stay updated on higher education and industry trends, ensuring competitive marketing efforts.
- Conduct market surveys and prepare regular reports on marketing metrics and KPIs, providing insights and recommendations for improvements.
NB: Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Application Procedures:
Interested and qualified candidates should submit a single set of their application documents in continuous PDF format to recruitment@buse.ac.zw. The application should include:
- A cover letter
- Certified copies of educational certificates
- Transcripts
- National ID
- Birth Certificate
- A Curriculum Vitae detailing personal information, qualifications, previous employment, and experience.
- Contact information, including phone number and email address, and details of at least three referees.
Applications should clearly indicate the “Post” being applied for in the subject line and be addressed to:
The Assistant Registrar – Human Resources
Bindura University of Science Education
P Bag 1020
Bindura
Closing Date for Applications: Monday, 24 March 2025.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For inquiries, please contact us at (66210) 7531-2, 7622, 7623, or 0772 154 882-9.
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