Communications Officer at Sappi

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.

• 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.

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