UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AFRICA
PORTFOLIO: REGISTRAR
STUDENT AFFAIRS AND REGIONAL SERVICES
EASTERN CAPE REGION
PUBLIC RELATIONS INTERN
1 YEAR INTERNSHIP X1
(Ref: ECM&C/INTERN/SM2021)
The purpose of this Internship opportunity is to expose students on the following areas:
1. Research: This involved daily scanning (press clippings); and environmental
scanning
2. Planning and advising: This involves attending planning and progress meetings
3. Management of Media Relations: This involves drafting media invitation and
media briefs. Regular updating a database of media of contacts (media list)
4. Writing: Assist in writing articles for intranet and internal newsletter
5. Attend career exhibitions
6. General administration duties in the unit
Minimum Requirements:
Third-level Public Relations: Student registered for Module: DPR3711 Work
Integrated Learning
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
Assumption of duty : As soon as possible
Salary : R67 630 pa
Closing date : 24 March 2021
Enquiries: Mr TL Kgaswane (Human Resources) (043) 709 0437
Ms NB Gasa (Marketing & Communication) (043) 709 0405
Applications can be emailed to Kgaswtl@unisa.ac.za
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.
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.
We welcome applications from Persons with Disabilities
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.