Senior Specialist:external Communication

2 weeks ago

Johannesburg, South Africa Transnet Full time

**_ Equity Statement :Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the_**
**_designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating_**
**_Division._**

**_ Alternative Application Methods: (Completed Curriculum Vitae to be submitted)_**

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**_ Operating Division : Transnet Corporate Centre_**

**_ Position Title : Senior Specialist:External Communication_**

**_ Employee Group : Permanent_**

**_ Department : Corp Affairs_**

**_ Location : Johannesburg_**

**_ Reporting To : Executive Mngr: Corporate Communications_**

**_ Grade Level : D_**

**_ Reference Number : 6014330_**

**_ Position Purpose:_**
- To provide strategic leadership in ensuring that the external reputation management objectives of Transnet are met.
- Ensuring a hands-on role in formulating, activating and delivering a comprehensive external communications plan, policy

and strategy for Transnet.
- Driving appropriate communication to all Transnet stakeholder

**_Position outputs:_**
- Develop group-wide external communication and reputation management strategies and all supporting processes and

structures.
- To lead external communication and reputation activities for key personnel including: Chairperson, GCE and Executives,

including OD CES - including driving public appearances for such personnel.
- To direct and lead all external reputation management interventions across the company — including reputation-building

exercises with the Shareholder department and other government entities.
- Lead and direct all intra-divisional reputation management interventions.
- Identify and develop strategies/plans to boost Transnet's reputation among external stakeholders.
- Identify external communications requirements and align this information to the strategic objectives of Transnet.
- Develop an external communications matrix for Transnet and key projects - positioning relations according to the level of

influence, impact or enhancement they may provide to the business or its projects.
- Vastly strengthen PR capability within the group.

divisions.
- Provide structured communications support to all group functions including: Government relations, Customers, CSI,

Investors/Bondholders at Group level.
- Actively manage media relations with editors on behalf of Transnet.
- To represent Transnet in various forums to enhance the company's image.
- Audit all external communications tools for relevance and impact; identify improvement opportunities.
- Identity company specialists to act as spokespersons for Transnet in their respective fields.
- Coordinate with communications managers in the divisions to ensure alignment of external messaging.
- Identify and engage with key media outlet to ensure targeted messaging for Transnet matters.
- Coordinate and liaise with Branding and Publicity to ensure Transnet's message is consistent.
- Manage staff and budget.

**_Qualifications & Experience:_**
- A Bachelor's degree in Communication or Journalism or related field
- 8-10 years' experience in specialist communications/public relations/managerial positions in an organization of

commensurate size to Transnet.
- Requirement of Trust and Honesty in the handling of Finances as per the National Credit Act Amendment 19.
- Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, analysis of the South African political, media and economic

landscape.
- Strong writing and editing skills Inherent
- Requirements of the job:
- Driver’s license code 08
- Preparedness to work irregular hours
- Regular travel as required by the business

**_ Competencies:_**

Behavioural Competencies:
Strategy & Sustainability
Inspirational Leadership
Business Performance and Delivery
Relationship Management
Corporate Governance & Compliance
Personal Mastery

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