[AstroNet] Astronomy Public Outreach Job Advert

[Kevin Govender]

This went out this weekend in the Western Cape...
Please spread the word.
It's an exciting opportunity in an exciting time working with an 
exciting team.
Regards
Kevin
(PS. the person would report to me - in case that helps decide for or 
against ;)


  Public Outreach and Communications Officer


The South African Astronomical Observatory (SAAO) is the national centre 
for optical and infrared astronomy in South Africa. It is a facility of 
the National Research Foundation (NRF) under the Department of Science 
and Technology (DST). Its core function is to conduct fundamental 
research in astronomy and astrophysics by providing a world-class 
facility and by promoting astronomy and astrophysics in Southern Africa. 
SAAO headquarters are in the suburb of Observatory in Cape Town. The 
main telescopes used for research are located at the SAAO observing 
station near Sutherland in the Northern Cape, a four hour drive from 
Cape Town.

SAAO invites applications for the above position:

*DUTIES:*

    * Develop and co-ordination of Public Outreach Activities
    * Co-ordinate public visits to SAAO
    * Management of SAAO Shop and Products
    * Marketing of SAAO, Astronomy and Space Science
    * Co-ordinate development and dissemination of new material eg;
      brochures, visitor information, Poster etc

*SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:*
Post matric qualification in a Science or Public relations plus proven 
experience in related field/s
Written and verbal communication skills
High degree of proficiency in computer usage
High level of organizational ability is required
Highly developed interpersonal skills
Basic knowledge of or passion for astronomy/science would be advantageous.

*APPLICATIONS:*
Interested persons who meet the requirements should submit a *detailed 
CV* with a *covering letter* and the names and contact details of at 
least *3 referees*, to the Human Resources Manager, Ms Linda Tobin no 
later than *17 October 2008*.

Address: SAAO, P O Box 9, Observatory, 7935. Ph: 021-4470025; Fax 
021-4473639, e-mail: linda(at)saao.ac.za 
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Correspondence will be conducted with short-listed candidates only.
SAAO is committed to employment equity and redress.
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