+27 84 414 7184 www.mer cymission.co.za info@mercymission.co.za
3 2 West Riding Row, Sherwood, Durban, 4091
Job Vacancy
Creative Content Writer
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About Mercy Mission South Africa:
Mercy Mission South Africa a non-profit organization (Registration Number:
2009/016746/08), was established with a vision to enhance the humanitarian sector through innovative programs and strategic partnerships to transform lives and make a lasting impact on communities.
Mercy Mission South Africa sets itself apart through exceptional initiatives, envisioning a profound and lasting influence on the African continent and beyond. With immense pride,
we present our ground-breaking programs:
1. Imam Development Program.
2. Virtuous Communities Development Program.
Through our unwavering commitment to innovation, we wholeheartedly devote ourselves to forging impactful partnerships that bring about positive change in the lives of humanity.
Position Determination:
Position title: Creative Content Writer
Organisation: Mercy Mission South Africa
Location: The Republic of South Africa, (KZN, Durban preferable)
Contract: Full-time, one-year fixed-term contract, with an eye toward permanence
Reporting to: Digital Marketing Co-ordinator
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3 2 West Riding Row, Sherwood, Durban, 4091
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Key Responsibilities:
The position holder will be accountable for carrying out his or her duties in accordance with
Mercy Mission's core values, collaborating closely with the digital marketing team to create content for a variety of platforms and the printed materials, such as the website and social media platforms, and supporting and implementing distinctive content strategies for the events in motivating ways, ensuring consistency of the organizational brand.
Duties and Tasks:
- Have close communication with all team members from different departments,
- Carrying out extensive research on themes relating to the organization's activities/events in order to provide original content.
- To assist in creating a content strategy.
- Checking content for grammatical and consistency issues.
- Develop daily creative content for websites, blogs, articles, event descriptions, and social media.
- Telling stakeholder success stories in a professional and intelligent manner
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- Creating scenario scripts for the various videos in line with the distinct vision of the digital marketing team, which consists of a photo/videographer, infographic designer, and motion graphic designer.
- Carrying out photography/videography in the photographer's/videographer's absence.
- Editing and refining current information to make it easier to read.
- Creating attention-grabbing headlines and body text to draw in the target stakeholders.
- Applying SEO best practices and conducting keyword research to boost website traffic for the organization.
- Whenever necessary, represent Mercy Mission at significant outside events and initiatives.
- Carry out any other duties assigned by the line manager that are related to the job purpose.
Skills and Knowledge Required:
- Outstanding editing and writing abilities.
- Capable of using every Microsoft Office program.
- Has photography/videography skills.
- The ability to deliver compelling stories in writing and an understanding of a number of editorial strategies.
- Has the capacity to work in a hurried setting.
- Has the capacity to manage several tasks at once.
- Has strong communication abilities.
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3 2 West Riding Row, Sherwood, Durban, 4091
- Has knowledge of content management systems in practice.
- Has the capacity to collaborate with other teams while also having the presence to introduce innovation.
- Has the capacity to produce and deliver compelling content that is stakeholders- focused.
- Upbeat, and solution-oriented.
- Knowledge of online community involvement.
- A solid understanding of humanitarian efforts and international development.
- Knowledge of the Islamic fundraising environment.
Education, Work Experience, and Willingness:
- A diploma or degree in degree in communications, marketing, journalism,
- Related practical experience in the NGO/charity sector for 4-5 years in copywriting and creative content creation,
- The holder of this job has to be willing to work irregular hours, including some weekends, and has the ability to travel in order to acquire content.
The Core Values of Mercy Mission South Africa:
- Excellence and Resilience : With unwavering determination, we tirelessly pursue our mission, employing the most efficient and impactful strategies, while upholding the highest standards of excellence.
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3 2 West Riding Row, Sherwood, Durban, 4091
- Innovation and Collaboration: By leveraging innovative tools and fostering successful partnerships with affiliated stakeholders, we embody a proactive growth mindset.
- Equity and Empathy: We embrace a culture of inclusivity and equality, valuing and respecting every individual, irrespective of their race, culture, or background.
- Transparency and Honesty: We foster a culture that promotes and values honesty, responsibility, accountability, and open communication.
- Leadership Centricity: By prioritizing and amplifying the voices, needs, and well-being of the Imams -as leaders- and the components of their communities, we actively engage them in every decision and action we undertake.
Closing Date: COB of 21 July 2023
Please send a copy of the below documents to: hr@mercymission.co.za by 21 July 2023:
One-page motivational letter and CV.
Dear respected applicant, kindly consider the following:
If the above-mentioned application conditions are not completed, we will consider the
application incomplete and it will not be approved. Please be aware that if you have not
heard from us by the 28 of July 2023, your application will be considered unsuccessful.
Towards Virtue>>>
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Job Type: Part-time
Part-time hours: 10 per week
Application Deadline: 2023/07/21
