Sappi Communication Jobs in KwaZulu-Natal
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Sappi Stanger Mill requires a Communications Officer to implement the communications strategy for Sappi Stanger mill and execute communication-related activities across the mill.
This role reports in to the Communications Manager.
The main responsibilities of the role are:
- Contribute and follow through of the implementation of the regional communication strategy and plan for Sappi SA in terms of Ngodwana Mill: Internal communications; Internal Media and Public Relations; Community Relations; Crisis and Risk communication preparation; Corporate Citizenship; Stakeholder relations; Sponsorship and Event Management.
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- Implement communication plans in line with the overall Sappi Strategy and follow-up.
- Alignment and consistency of their activities with the communication mission approach and strategy of Sappi SA.
- Implementation of the communication related policies, guidelines and procedures.
- Assist in the preparation of media responses for the Company spokesperson.
- Provide tactical communication support to relevant stakeholders.
- Write and proof read internal newsletter.
- Undertake formal and informal communications research as required by strategy and compile reports.
- Manage relationships with suppliers including: events, catering, corporate stock, cleaning, design etc.
- Execute project budgets for assigned communication projects.
- Manage events and oversee venue preparation as per communication strategy.
- Analyse and make recommendations on requests for corporate citizenship support.
- Identify, investigate and recommend key opportunities in support of the strategy and plan.
- Support the building of relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Build relationships with external consultants and service providers including participating in the tender and selection process on a project basis.
- Assist with the evaluation of project media coverage impact and assist in the making of recommendations.
- Provide functional and administrative support for the execution of relevant projects and plans.
- Ad hoc requests as per business requirements.
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The ideal candidate should have:
- Relevant public relations / communications qualification.
- At least three years’ relevant experience in:
- Internal Communications (Newsletters, news boards, screens etc)
- External communications (CSI, donations etc)
- Event Management
- Campaigns
- Code 08 drivers’ license with three years driving experience.
- Own transport
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