VACANCY CIRCULAR NO.1 OF 2025

The Botswana Trade Commission (BOTC) is a Parastatal under the Ministry of Trade and Entrepreneurship (MTE), established in 2013 through an act of Parliament pursuant to article 14 of the SACU Agreement of 2002. The Commission (BTC) is to promote fair international trade practices and to facilitate the development of international trade, to regulate the import and export of goods, to provide for the implementation of the SACU Agreement and to provide for matters incidental thereto. BTC is done with an aim to promote fair trade and industry competitiveness. The Commission wishes to attract Botswana Citizens into the following positions:

1. PUBLIC RELATIONS & COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To assist and provide and manage communication and public relations strategies, policies, and programmes that promote the Commission’s image and visibility, protect its reputation and build positive relationships with key stakeholders through timely, consistent, and impactful communication aligned with the organisation’s mission, vision and core objectives.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, journalism, Marketing or related field.

EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of seven (7) years professional experience in communications, public relations, media relations or marketing, two (2) of which should have been in a supervisory position.

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP

• Membership of a recognised professional body will be an added advantage.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate and implement PR and Communication strategies and frameworks.
• Development of PR policies and strategies with organisational goals, government standards, and industry best practices.
• Draft and disseminate press releases, articles, and speeches.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with media houses and key stakeholders.
• Organising internal and external events.
• Coordinate timely responses to reputational risks and emerging issues.
• Manage social media presence and online engagement.
• Develop and implement content marketing and digital engagement strategies.
• Liaise with other departments to ensure brand consistency.
• Produce newsletters, circulars, and CEO’s official communications.
• Oversee the Commission’s photography and video content.
• Produce monthly and quarterly communication performance reports.
• Adhere to performance management cycle deadlines.

KEY COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

• Strategic thinking
• Integrity and Ethics
• Media relations
• Crisis management, analytical ability
• Communication skills, including visibility
• Analytical Thinking and Data Literacy
• Planning and organizing
• Event planning and public engagement
• Teamwork
• Brand Management
• Stakeholder engagement
• Teamwork and Collaboration

More Information

•  JOB APPLICATION DETAILS 

  APPLICATION DETAILS
  To apply, please go to: https://profilesforbotswana.com/vacancies/ Please attach your updated resume (in PDF format) with three (3) traceable referees, cover letter, certified Omang and certified academic certificates. Applications with incomplete documentation or received after the closing date will not be considered. Applications should be addressed to: Chief Executive Officer Botswana Trade Commission Private Bag 3 AAD, Gaborone Closing Date: 17 October 2025 (2359hrs)