General Manager: Media Relations, Events And Stakeholder Relations

Requirements

• Be in a possession of a NQF Level 8 in Communications / Journalism / Public Relations/ Marketing or related field – NQF level 9 in the related field will be an added advantage.
• 6 -10 years as a generalist in at least three functions of communications.
• In-depth knowledge of South African media landscape and political environment.
• In-depth knowledge of government communications.
• Should also have 5 to 10 years of working in and/or with the public sector.
• 5 years in a management position.
• Understanding of the Public Access to Information Act (PAIA) and Protection of Personal Information Act (POPI), PFMA.
• Understanding of the Public Relations Code of Ethics.
• Understanding of relevant industry related legislation (conservation and tourism).
• Understanding of media relations principles and practices.
• Familiarity with POPIA, B-BBEE, and other regulations.
• Understanding of protocol and etiquette.
• Understanding of Government relations.
• Events management.
• Business and Creative writing.
• Diversity and Change management.
• Financial Management.
• Project Management.
• Strategic Management.
• Communication skills (presentation, written and oral).
• Interpersonal skills.
• Networking skills
• Computer skills
• Financial management
• Leadership and people management

Responsibilities

• Define and implement an integrated strategic communication solution.
• Define and implement media management and media relations solutions.
• Define and implement internal communications and publication solutions.
• Define and implement digital media solutions.
• Identify communication opportunities and translate these for public and stakeholder communications.
• Define, develop and implement strategic advocacy and stakeholder engagement solutions.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including communities, government, civil society, NGOs and private sector.
• Maintain updated stakeholder segmentations.
• Provide strategic support and advice on stakeholder engagement, advocacy and communication at executive level.
• Design and implement strategic advocacy and stakeholder engagement strategies.
• Ensure appropriate ongoing engagements are maintained and led at the appropriate levels at all times.
• Co-ordinate and facilitate stakeholder engagement through events, workshops, and meetings.

Documents Required

A cover letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of qualification(s) and Identity Document (certified within the past 3 months)