Associate Director: Communications and Corporate Affairs

SUMMARY:
The purpose of this role is to support the Business Unit Leader (BUL) in managing the reputation of the Organization and enhancing its image and brand. The incumbent must provide support to the BUL in leading and managing the implementation of the stakeholder strategy to support the strategic aspirations of the Organization. The incumbent must lead the strategic coordination, monitoring, and reporting of communication related functions. This role involves facilitating stakeholder engagements and providing leadership in driving the implementation of key communication objectives and ensuring continuous improvements. To support the BUL in enhancing the brand and position the Organization as leader in South Africa and as an employer of choice and as an organisation that upholds and reflects its mandate with all its stakeholders.

POSITION INFO:
Key Functions

• Provide strategic support the development of the communication strategy of the Organization
• Support the development and implementation of the communication functions of the strategy
• Drive execution and implementation of communications strategic initiatives
• Promote and manage institutional cooperation within the Organization and its stakeholders
• Lead the development of quality content and oversee quality control efforts
• Support direct reports in the coordination and proactive communication activities of the Organization
• Monitor performance against strategic objectives and provide continuous feedback to ensure alignment with organisational goals
• Manage the reporting of the BU and development of the Balance Score Card that aligns with the strategic aspirations of the Organization and the objectives of the BU
• Coordinate and provide guidance to senior managers on the implementation of the BU Balance Score Card and monitor the implementation of the centre's operational strategies and plans

• Bachelor’s Degree/ Post Graduate Diploma in Communication/ Marketing/ Public Relations
• Registration with a Relevant Professional body will be an added advantage
• 8 to 10 years’ experience in public relations and marketing, of which
• 5 years should have been at a senior management