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Corporate Affairs and Communications Lead What this role is about? Corporate Affairs and Communications Lead is responsible for assessing the Operating Environment in South Africa, anticipating changes to the environment which create commercial risk and competitive opportunity for the company and for the development and implementation of strategies and programs which minimize risk and maximize competitive advantage.
To achieve this, candidate is expected to develop a broad understanding of the company's business operations and commercial strategies and programs as well as develop a comprehensive understanding of the social, economic, political and regulatory environment in which the company operates, and of the special interest groups, organizations, and media which influence and shape public opinion in the area.
To ensure the overall Company and product image is perceived internally (amongst employees) and externally (with the public) as well as to be involved in corporate level negotiations, relations, and communication with government as well as other non-governmental external contacts. What will you do? Anticipate and assess changes to the company's Operating Environment which create commercial risk and competitive opportunity.
Ensure anticipated changes are communicated to the General Manager, local market Excom and Regional CA&C LeadDevelop, or work with the Market Excom and functional counterparts to design and implement effective strategies and programs through which the Operating Environment will be shaped by counterbalancing the issues that can impact negatively on the business to minimize commercial risk and secure competitive advantage and our operating freedoms in South AfricaDirect the development of political, regulatory, and media maps which identify the groups or individuals who influence and shape public and government policy and opinion for the South Africa and relevant markets.
Develop effective working relationships with these groups and individuals.
Establish and maintain a solid stakeholder map (national and supra-national)Establish clear performance criteria and objectives for all Public Relations consultants (and other service providers) engaged by the company in the market.
Ensure that Public Relations strategies are aligned with the company's business goals and performance objectives.
Ensure that all Public Relations programs are assessed regularly against performance criteria and objectivesRecruit, train, motivate and retain best of class Corporate Affairs talent to ensure that the Corporate Affairs mission and objectives for South Africa+ is achieved with the highest quality standards and in line with the Company Code of Conduct and the company's Operating GuidelinesDevelop, or work with functional counterparts (including local, region and HQ) to develop positions and views regarding public issues which have significant impact on the company's operating environment.
Develop political, regulatory, and media engagement strategies to ensure that the company's positions and views are presented in a fair and accurate manner What are we looking for? University Degree in communications, public relations, political science, or any other related field 5+ years of experience in Corporate Affairs managing regulatory, public affairs and communications2+ years in managerial position.
Solid knowledge of labor relations and legislative requirementsPrior experience in the tobacco, pharma or other highly regulated industry would be a great assetPC literacy: MS Office and understanding of SAP an advantageExtraordinary interpersonal skills with proactive attitude Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyFluency in English (written & spoken).
Proficiency in any other language would be beneficial What are the next steps – Recruitment Process: Thank you very much for your interest in the role.
You are welcome to apply.
We will make sure every candidate will receive a reply within 2 weeks after the application deadline.