Central University invites applications from suitably qualified and competent professionals to fill the vacant position of:<\/p>\n
Job Description<\/strong><\/p>\n Job Title: Marketing\/Fundraising Officer.<\/strong><\/p>\n MARKETING\/FUNDRAISING OFFICER<\/strong><\/p>\n Reporting to the Registrar, the Marketing and Fundraising Officer, on the grade of Assistant Registrar will perform the following functions:<\/p>\n KEY RESPONSIBILITIES<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Build network of internal and external support systems and agencies to raise funds to support the University’s growth priorities Qualification Required & Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n Applicants must possess:<\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Relevant Masters Degree (MBA or MPHIL in Marketing) SKILLS\/COMPETENCIES<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Excellent written and oral communication skills
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Continuously develop proposals and alternative financing options to raise on-shore and offshore funds for the University
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Design programme activities and events to raise funds for the University
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Design, prepare and re-examine promotional materials to solicit external support and funding
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Conduct systematic market intelligence and undertake market research, report findings to management and assist in the preparation of marketing budget
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Take a lead role in developing and implementing the University’s marketing and student recruitment strategy to support the University’s overall strategic objectives with emphasis on developing the use of web, e-marketing and new media aligned with the University’s marketing and web strategies.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Assist in the development of a marketing plan and implementation of marketing strategies of the University.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Develop a network of relevant marketing contacts, within and outside the university and use this network intelligence to inform the revision and development of new portfolios of programme
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Manage the development and market analysis\/testing of promotional materials for publication via print, web, new media by liaising with management, departments, faculties and relevant colleagues in the University.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Co-ordinate the University’s annual entries for the University undergraduate and postgraduate prospectuses.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Attend Undergraduate and Postgraduate Committees where appropriate.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Service relevant committees, sub-committees and ad hoc working groups with information as determined from time to time.
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Liaise with the directorates, faculties and departments in relations to other external related engagements
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Work with colleagues in the University to provide effective, efficient and friendly support service to constituents in the University community, including suggesting ways in which this service might be enhanced or improved.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 A recognised professional marketing qualification (CIM UK or Ghana).
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 A minimum of five years post qualification experience in a reputable institution
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Experience of fund raising, social marketing, donor cultivation, etc would be a distinct
\nadvantage<\/p>\n
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Leadership abilities
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Strategic thinking: Experience in developing marketing strategies
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Decisive: Capable of delivering quick solutions to the marketing challenges
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Strong selling, project management, training and facilitation skills
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Excellent analytical market research skills
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Sound expertise in the development of marketing products and processes
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Excellent presentation\/facilitation skills
\n\u2022\u00a0\u00a0 Effective listener<\/p>\n