Senior Communications Manager

2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Nedbank Full time

Job Classification



REQ:

Refilwe Falatsi:



Closing Date:8 August 2023:


Cluster: Nedbank Wealth |Division: Nedbank Insurance |

Functional Area:

Client Experience:



Employment Equity Statement:
Preference will be given to individuals from underrepresented groups.

  • Job Family
  • Marketing, Communication and Research


Career Stream
  • Communications And Public Relations


Leadership Pipeline
  • Manage Self: Professional

Job Purpose

  • Support the formulation of the communication framework in support of the Integrated Marketing and Communication Strategy and see it through to implementation

Responsibilities:

  • Analyze and report on all aspects of communications coverage and impact by managing; coordinating and ensuring effective implementation of measurement and tracking tools to ensure success of delivery.
  • Meet relevant communications guidelines to fulfil the Nedbank brand and trademark policy.
  • Verbal and written engagement with internal and external stakeholders that promote the brand/CVP/EVP/product/service in support of the communications; marketing and business strategies and objectives.
  • Develop and/or assist the development of communications strategies across the applicable/relevant spectrum of communications disciplines including: reputation management; media; public relations; internal communications; brand marketing; advertising; marketing; digital; social media and new media and production of materials to deliver on business objectives.
  • Drive vision for product plain language and content across customer journeys.
  • Drive alignment on style, voice and tone across channels.
  • Collaborating with multidiscipline practitioners and project stakeholders.
  • Define and document standards, patterns, principles and processes to establish a unified approach to communications.
  • All content to align to our brand strategy, essence and promise.
  • Producing content that grows share of voice through always on content, online financial education, thought leadership pieces and social media.
  • Manage projects and copy requests from across the business, prioritizing tasks and managing approvals.
  • Influence and adapt to stakeholder feedback.
  • Support the achievement of the business strategy, objectives and values.
  • Ensure personal growth and enable effectiveness in performance of roles and responsibilities.
  • Seek opportunities to improve business processes, models and systems through agile thinking.
  • Ability to lead and manage a team ensuring effective performance management.
  • Contribute to a culture conducive to the achievement of transformation goals by participating in Nedbank Culture building initiatives (e.g. staff surveys etc.).

Job Responsibilities Continue

People Specification

  • Essential Qualifications
  • NQF Level
  • Diploma
  • Advanced Diplomas/National 1st Degrees


Preferred Qualification
  • BA: Journalism and media studies
  • BA: Language and Literature
  • BA: Communication


Essential Certifications
  • Minimum Experience Level years in Communications and 5 years in management preferably in Financial Services and experience in copywriting.
  • Technical / Professional Knowledge
  • Communication Strategies
  • Writing, editing, proofreading, layout and design skills
  • Essential:
  • Certification in UX Writing, Content Strategy, UX or Design

Technical / Professional Knowledge

  • Communication Strategies
  • Governance, Risk and Controls
  • Writing, editing, proofreading, layout and design skills
  • Knowledge of the printing/publishing, broadcast, digital & social media industry practices & princip
  • Experience in developing and implementing media/ advocacy and/or communication campaigns
  • Ability to engage in a relevant and credible manner with internal and external stakeholders at vario
  • Company/Division/Cluster/Business Unit specific business knowledge


Behavioural Competencies
  • Adaptability
  • Building Partnerships
  • Communication
  • Decision Making
  • Quality Orientation
- **_Please contact the Nedbank Recruiting Team at
  • Refilwe Falatsi_


  • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Lewyll Communications Full time

    So, you are looking to move your client service experience in PR forward to the next level - well, there is no better environment than to join the highly committed team of a successful PR agency in South Africa who are part of a global network. A great opportunity to progress your career working along-side some of the best mentors in the industry.The...


  • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Lewyll Communications Full time

    So, you are looking to move your client service experience in PR forward to the next level - well, there is no better environment than to join the highly committed team of one of the most awarded PR agencies in South Africa who are part of a global network. A great opportunity to progress your career working along-side some of the best mentors in the...


  • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Old Mutual Full time

    Description / Key Performance Areas Strategic Delivery: Design and implement an internal communications plan that drives engagement. Develop and implement an employment value proposition focusing on employee engagement. Develop the corporate narrative for the OML Group and manage the delivery of this narrative across the Group. Operational...


  • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Caring Senior Service Full time

    Company DescriptionAbout Care4UJoin us in transforming peoples' lives and theircommunities CARE4U is a one-of-a-kind human servicescompany offering services for people with intellectual anddevelopmental disabilities, home care for seniors, as well aseducation, vocational training, and job placement for people of allages and skill levels.Please WhatsApp and...

  • Sr. Program Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Tata Communications Full time

    1) This is 5 years project and we will renew the contract every year.JD:Delivers large and complex capacity and infrastructure upgrades to plan.Rigorously manages third party deliverables, risks and dependencies to ensure responsibilities and project commitments are met. Ensures that deliverables exceed the SLA agreements with the customer.Identifies...

  • HR Director

    2 weeks ago


    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Eclipse Communications Full time

    Eclipse Communications - an award-winning, national communications agency - is looking for an HR director.Requirements:Degree in HR management/industrial psychology/business administration, or related field required5-10 years experience in the HR field, of which five years must be in a senior HR role, preferably at a communications agencyUnderstanding and...


  • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Standard Bank Of South Africa Limited Full time

    Location: ZA, GP, Johannesburg, Baker Street 30 To apply strategic media management, to protect and enhance the bank's reputation. Act as the interface between the bank and media in respect of key reputation themes and narratives; act as the key point of contact between Executives and the Newsroom, in partnership with the Head, Communications. Has a high...


  • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Believe Resourcing Full time

    About our client:As the world's leading reinsurance company with 40,000 employees at over 50 locations in all parts of the world, our client introduces a paradigm shift in the way you think about insurance.They are seeking a Marketing & Communication Manager, responsible for leading the communication and marketing strategy with the strategic objective of...


  • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Old Mutual Full time

    Description / Key Performance Areas Strategic Delivery: Develop and implement a comprehensive communication plan that aligns with the organisation's goals, objectives, and communication strategy. Deliver a press and media strategy to guide effective press and media relationships across the Group. Operational Delivery: Manage the delivery of...


  • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Sanlam Full time

    Who are we?Sanlam Developing Markets [SDM] (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sanlam Life Limited) is one of the top financial services providers in the South African entry-level and emerging middle market. It aims to understand the unique requirements of clients and offers a wide range of simple and affordable financial solutions that cover needs such as funeral...


  • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Boston Scientific Corporation Full time

    Integrated Marketing Communications Senior Specialist - Growth Emerging Markets, EMEA:Remote Eligible: HybridOnsite Location(s): Johannesburg, ZAAdditional Locations: South Africa-Western Cape; South Africa-Gauteng; South Africa-Johannesburg; South Africa-Limpopo; South Africa-Northern CapeDiversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning...


  • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Trafalgar Property And Financial Services Full time

    Senior Community Scheme Portfolio Manager - JHB Job Type Full Time Location Johannesburg Posted 5 days ago Trafalgar is the leading property rental agency across South Africa, letting and managing residential properties across all major metropolitan areas. Trafalgar has a wide selection of homes to rent, to suit all budgets, tastes and areas. Trafalgar...

  • Traffic Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Live Communications Full time

    We are looking for a traffic manager/project manager that can orchestrate multiple projects, align resources, manage risks, and maintain effective communication to deliver campaigns on time, within budget, and to the satisfaction of clients and stakeholders.Project planning:Collaborate with account managers and creative teams to understand project...


  • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Moshate Communications Full time

    Job description:Plan and coordinate all events assigned to you by the special events managerDaily reporting to the special events manager on tasks completion and updates thereofBudget preparation and financial management under the guidance of the special events managerProposal writing under the guidance of the special events managerAttending meetings with...

  • Marketing Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Lewyll Communications Full time

    Attention all marketing project managers looking for a great opportunity. Industrial industry experience, mining in particularOur Corporate client believes in communicating the success of their clients and students effectively through their Power of One initiative.The Group is operating 11 businesses that have diverse marketing needs and must communicate...

  • Pr Account Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Decode Communications Full time

    Our dynamic strategic communications firm is looking for a new Public Relations account manager to work on a range of accounts for a 12-month period. NB. NOT A DIGITAL MARKETER.You will be part of a high-performance team whose mission is to elevate our clients' communications capabilities through bold, proactive, imaginative engagement strategies and...

  • Pr Account Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Decode Communications Full time

    Our dynamic strategic communications firm is looking for a new account manager to work on a range of accounts for a 12-month period.You will be part of a high-performance team whose mission is to elevate our clients' communications capabilities through bold, proactive, imaginative engagement strategies and powerful, consistent storytelling, all in the name...


  • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa IFC Systems Corporation Full time

    Senior Communications Officer, Africa IndustriesJob #:- req26419Organization: IFCSector: CommunicationsGrade: GGTerm Duration: 3 years 0 monthsRecruitment Type: Local RecruitmentLocation: Johannesburg,South AfricaRequired Language(s): EnglishPreferred Language(s): FrenchClosing Date: 3/11/2024 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTCDescriptionContext of the PositionAre...


  • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Lewyll Communications Full time

    This TTL agency is looking for a senior copywriter and art director team (these are two separate roles).This team needs to be comfortable working across all disciplines. They are on the hunt for a talented integrated team to bring their highly conceptual team to bring their conceptual thinking in the studio. This is an opportunity for talented creatives who...


  • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Coca-Cola Full time

    Position Overview:As a communications professional you bring your passion for creating engaging content for internal and external audiences to work each day and there is no better place to do that with than an iconic brand like Coca-Cola. In this role you'll be the mastermind behind leading an integrated approach to the development and implementation of our...