Communications Specialist

Location: Emalahleni, Mpumalanga

Company: Seriti Coal

Closing Date 13 April 2023

When applying, please submit a PDF version of your CV together with certified copies (certification within a 3-month period) of your ID, Drivers and qualifications.

The role:

The role will be responsible to implement the company’s communication strategy with emphasis on developing plans and tactics for implementation by all the operations to ensure a flow of information between all employees and stakeholders.

Responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Implement the company’s communication strategy, develop internal communication processes, systems and audit tools to ensure alignment in all operations
• Executes the Communication Plan at the operations
• Prepares operational specific communications and briefings and reviews proposed communications prior to internal release at the operations
• Protects and enhances Seriti’s reputation by developing and stewarding operational communication aligned to the Communication Strategy and the Company’s business plan
• Ensures all communication materials and events adhere to branding guidelines
• Provides communication support for emergency response in crisis management at the operations
• Co-ordinates operational wide events and supports the Communication & Events Team in Corporate or Company wide events
• Co-ordinates all operational driven events with community and external stakeholder
• Coordinate brand management activities
• Coordinate PR and advertising campaigns
• Develop social media content for Seriti Coal – Kriel Colliery
• Monitor media coverage on Seriti Coal – Kriel and keep all stakeholders informed of developments
• Co-ordinate and facilitate logistical arrangements for all internal and external events to ensure that they are hosted in a professional manner
• Coordinate the writing and development of content for all printed and electronic media for Seriti Coal – Kriel Colliery
• Financial Budgeting & Management

You will need:

• National Diploma/Degree in Communications or Journalism
• Minimum 4 years’ experience of which 1 year at least in a Supervisory position
• Extensive experience in a communication or public relations environment
• Proven track record in the area of employee engagement and communication
• Experience in brand management
• Good writing and general communication skills (non-negotiable)
• Organising/Coordination of events (non-negotiable)
• Knowledge of Relevant Legislation governing the Mining Industry including: Mine Health and Safety Act; Minerals and Petroleum Resource Development Act; Basic Conditions of Employment Act Labour Relations Act; Environmental Conservation Act
• Experience in internal communications (employee engagement and communication) (non-negotiable)
• Knowledge of relevant evolving trends and best practices in the communication discipline
• Good working knowledge of current theories and practices in communication research, planning and strategy
• Aware of existing media networks in South Africa
• Exposure to external communications (PR, Media, Advertising) (non-negotiable)
• Computer Literacy: MS Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Valid driver’s license
• In possession or able to obtain a certificate of fitness

Ref No: VUS_KRL021/23GS

Closing date: 13 April 2023

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A CV with certified copies (certification within a 3-month period) of relevant qualifications, together with ID document & valid driver’s license must be accompanied with your application.

All applicants are thanked for their interest. 

Applications which have not been responded to within 30 days of closing date should be regarded as unsuccessful. 

Communication will be with shortlisted candidates only.

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