Designation : JOURNALIST (Code- EDU25-01679)
1. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
1.1 Prepare press statements for the Secretary for Education to report developments in the National Education system by liaising with the Secretary’s professional assistant and divisions.
1.2 Collect and analyze news and information for the purpose of compiling the Pipeline Newsletter in close consultation with senior officers in the Department, provinces and also with schools to promote positive developments in the National Education system.
1.3 Produce the Department’s bi-monthly newsletter by liaising with divisions to collect and organize the relevant information to be reported in the newsletter.
1.4 Ensure that accurate information is reported in the annual report on performance of each division by working closely with relevant divisional officers to collect, analyze and confirm information provided.
1.5 Contribute to the production of the Education Gazette through collecting and assessing relevant information/policies from the provincial divisions of education and divisions within the department.
1.6 Incorporate Gender Equity and Social Inclusion Principles and values of Honesty, Integrity, Accountability, Respect, Wisdom and Responsibility in Programs, Activities and initiatives to foster positive work ethics.
2. QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS AND WORK EXPERIENCE
2.1 Qualification
2.1.1 Relevant diploma or degree qualification in Arts, Journalism, Public Relations or Education.
2.2 Knowledge
2.2.1 A good knowledge of the PNG Education system, policies and education reform.
2.2.2 A broad knowledge of the media in PNG.
2.3 Skills
2.3.1 High level communication skills, both oral and written.
2.3.2 Good inter-personal, organizational and liaison skills.
2.3.3 Good basic word processing computer skills.
2.3.4 Excellent word processing, desk top publishing or spreadsheet skills desirable.
2.3.5 Ability to work and communicate with people and teams at different levels of the organization.
2.3.6 Able to work in a team environment.
2.3.7 Ability to meet deadlines.
2.4 Work Experience
2.4.1 Two (2) – four (4) years’ experience as a journalist in the mainstream media or a public relations section of a public or corporate organization is essential
Full Time
English
K43,290 – K52,910
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