Junior Community Coordinator

We are a leading tourism membership organisation in Cape Town, dedicated to promoting our beautiful region and providing a networking platform to local and international industry leaders and members. We are passionate about showcasing the best of Cape Town's attractions, culture, and heritage. We seek a dynamic and enthusiastic Junior Community Coordinator to join our committee to support our mission.

Position Overview:

As a Junior Community Coordinator, you will play a key role in presenting and curating our online presence, engaging with our community, and supporting our marketing efforts to our membership database. This position is perfect for a young, tech-savvy individual eager to learn and grow in the tourism industry.

Key Responsibilities:

Membership Website Listing Update

• Maintain and update membership listings on our website.
• Ensure all information is accurate and up-to-date as per the membership database.

Monthly Newsletters

• Assist in building and sending out monthly newsletters to our members and subscribers.
• Collaborate with the team to gather content, images, and relevant information for the newsletters.

Social Media Posts

• Create and schedule social media posts across various platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn etc.).
• Monitor social media channels, respond to comments, and engage with our online member community.
• Share content from members and twinning clubs and tag international clubs in relevant content.

Image Library Management

• Collate and organize the image library for use in digital and print materials.
• Ensure all images are properly catalogued and easily accessible.
• Images are received from members for updates and specials, from photographers at events and from fellow committee members.

Monthly Event Invitations

• Design and distribute digital invitations for monthly events and activities.
• Coordinate digital RSVPs and provide support for event registration.
• Attend the monthly lunch events (and other ad hoc events like the annual Past Presidents Lunch and annual Gala Dinner etc).

Committee Meetings

• Attend a monthly committee meeting every first Wednesday of the month at 5 PM to discuss future planning and organisational strategies.
• Take notes and contribute ideas for upcoming projects and initiatives.
• Support the club secretary and Club President with member feedback, database updates and meeting minutes.

General Website Content Updates

• Assist with regular updates to the website, including new content, articles, and event information.
• With the support of an outsourced web developer, ensure the website is visually appealing and up to date with members' specials and relevant industry content.

Qualifications:

• A keen interest in tourism and a desire to grow in the industry.
• Strong digital literacy skills, including familiarity with social media platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organisational abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges.

Preferred:

• Basic experience with graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) is a plus.
• Knowledge and/or interest in the Cape Town tourism landscape is advantageous.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work in a vibrant and dynamic industry and grow a valuable network.
• Exposure to various aspects of digital marketing and community engagement.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.

Interested candidates should submit their resume and a brief cover letter detailing their interest in the position and relevant experience.