SA RED CROSS AIR MERCY SERVICES CHANGING LIVES! SAVING LIVES!

SA RED CROSS AIR MERCY SERVICE
is a non-profit organization committed to improving the quality of life
of all communities by facilitating access to
Health Care through Air Ambulance and
Flying Doctor Outreach Services.

PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER – HEAD OFFICE, CAPE TOWN

This is an ideal position for a person with an outgoing personality and well honed communication skills. In addition to an appropriate qualification, appointment to this exciting and challenging position requires a minimum of two years PR experience. Outstanding spoken and written language skills are of vital importance, as is computer literacy (specifically pertaining to MS Office).

Responsibilities include:

Liaison and networking with Media
Preparing and distribution of press releases
Preparing and distribution of all PR written material
Liaison and networking with Government (on all levels)
Promoting AMS activities, projects and programmes
Preparing and distribution of annual report and quarterly newsletter
Website Management

Candidates should have a flexible approach to working after hours when needed, and be prepared to travel. Own transport and a valid Code B (former Code 08) drivers licence is essential.

Preference will be given in accordance to the employment equity policy of the AMS.

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SERVICE CO-ORDINATOR: KIMBERLEY

The ideal applicant must have Paramedic or ICU/Trauma Unit Professional Nursing qualification, with relevant experience. FMA, ACLS, PALS and ATLS qualifications are strongly recommended.

Applicants must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as well as be a team player, be able to function under pressure and work independently.

Applicants must have a flexible approach to working hours and be prepared to participate in an after office hours standby and duties.

Duties include:
Medical Flight crew member, co-ordination of flights, medical equipment and supplies control and general administration.

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HELICOPTER PILOT: NELSPRUIT

Applicants must be in possession of a valid South African Commercial Pilots Licence with instrument rating and
preferably with a turbine rating.

A minimum of 1000 hours (total Rotor wing time) with appropriate experience is required, while a type rating on AS350 B2 and/or B3 would be advantageous.

Applicants should have a flexible approach to working hours and be prepared to do relief work at other bases in South Africa

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