External Affairs Manager SACEA (12 Month Contract)
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Time Type: Full time
Posted on: 2 Days Ago
Time left to apply: End Date: November 5, 2024 (1 day left to apply)
Job Requisition ID: R-124599
Job Description
In this role, you will plan, execute and integrate a range of communications activities including content development, publishing, measurement and other operations in coordination with other teams and stakeholders both internal and external. You will also plan and execute Public and Government Affairs activities to advocate for Mondelez International's interests and coordinate a range of related transactions or communications with the public and government officials.
How you will contribute
You will design and deliver outstanding media relations, government affairs, and internal communications and community engagement campaigns across markets. This role will require you to think globally and collaborate with colleagues from around the world to share best practices. You will also promote the latest innovations and investments in the market to keep our people engaged in the transformation and to partner with government officials so we can make changes to our operating model and ways of working. In addition to these contributions, you will manage all aspects of communications channels; nurture relationships with Tier 1 corporate media; drive news coverage that promotes Mondelez International; support local leadership and their teams, stakeholders and other functions internal communications activities, and ensure that activities are delivered within budget.
What you will bring
A desire to lead the future for our company and accelerate your career with experience and knowledge in:
Communications, including experience in government affairs and issues management, preferably in a large, matrix multinational
Written and spoken communication skills
Results orientation and a hands-on mentality
Working under pressure in a collaborative setting
Dealing with ambiguity and change agility
Time management priority setting and attention to detail
Key Responsibilities:
Develop strategic communications agenda for the business
Develop and implement a highly engaging Internal Communications plan for South Africa
Support the delivery of events, both digital and face to face, including employee brand moments, townhall sessions, masterclasses etc.
Work closely with internal stakeholders to effectively communicate business objectives.
Manage external PR agency to develop and roll out an effective external communication strategy.
Drive world-class brand and trade PR campaigns with an increasing focus on Snacking Leadership and marketing with Purpose
Establish and nurture strong relationships with Tier 1 media
Leverage MDLZ's iconic brands and senior executives to drive reputation-building coverage against growth agenda and leadership in snacking
Engage with industry and government bodies to lobby on regulations impacting the business
Identify and address short-term barriers to business by monitoring the external environment and interpreting what it means for our business.
Excellent writing skills and ability to communicate creatively
Support and facilitate local rollout of Global initiatives
Develop content for sharing via local, regional and global internal communication channels including Viva Engage and intranet news pages.
Develop and manage measurement of listening tools for internal and external communications
Coordinate contributions to local, regional and global reports.
Work closely with South Africa leadership team to identify and develop content to spotlight and celebrate successes.
Interact with NGOs to coordinate CSR projects
Communicate and build pride internally through our CSR programs
Support the business with execution of BBBEE strategy
Qualifications and Experience:
Communication/Public Relations/Marketing qualification Degree/Diploma
8 to 10 years' experience
Strategic internal and external communication planning and execution
Awareness and experience in key regulatory challenges impacting the business
No Relocation support available
Business Unit Summary
Mondelez International's Sub Saharan Africa Business Unit is made up of three key focus areas namely Southern Africa, West Africa and the Rest of Africa Markets. The Business Unit is home to approximately 1000 Makers and Bakers who strive to bring only the best quality and loved brands to our consumers. Mondelez International in Sub Saharan Africa is proud to house global legacy brands including Cadbury Dairy Milk, Oreo, Halls and Bournvita, together with local jewels such as Cadbury LunchBar, Chappies, TomTom and Dentyne. The Business Unit's Markets have consistently been awarded Top Employer certification and has been recognised as a Top Employer in Africa.
Mondelez International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Type
Temporary (Fixed Term) Communications and Public & Government Affairs Corporate & Government Affairs
At Mondelez International, our purpose is to empower people to snack right through offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way. That means delivering a broader range of delicious, high-quality snacks that nourish life's moments, made with sustainable ingredients and packaging that consumers can feel good about.
We have a rich portfolio of strong brands – both global and local. Including many household names such as Oreo, belVita and LU biscuits; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka and Toblerone chocolate; Sour Patch Kids candy and Trident gum. We are proud to hold the number 1 position globally in biscuits, chocolate and candy as well as the No. 2 position in gum.
Our 80,000 Makers and Bakers are located in our operations in more than 80 countries and are working to sell our products in over 150 countries around the world. They are energized for growth and critical to us living our purpose and values. We are a diverse community that can make things happen, and happen fast.
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