Specialist: Media Liaison

1 week ago

Parktown, 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)_**

Post :, Transnet Group Services, Shared Services, Johannesburg ,

E-mail:
Fax:
before the closing date of the advertisement.

Note: if you have not been contacted within 30 days of the closing date of this advertisement please consider your

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**_ Operating Division : Transnet Freight Rail_**

**_ Position Title : Specialist: Media Liaison_**

**_ Employee Group : Permanent_**

**_ Department : Comm & Media_**

**_ Location : Parktown_**

**_ Reporting To : Head: Communication and Reputation_**

**_ Grade Level : D_**

**_ Reference Number : 50018037_**

**_ Position Purpose:_**

To develop and implement a robust public relations and external communications strategy, in order to promote and protect

TFRs reputation.

To build and sustain relationships with key stakeholders across traditional and online media channels relative to the strategic

goals of TFR.

**_ Position outputs:_**

1. Lead the development and implementation of a proactive public relations communication plan/ framework.

2. Strategic input into Group Communications strategy

3. Manage the flow of information between TFR and the media and other interested parties such as industry bodies

4. Manage media relations/media requests.

5. Develop communications material including press releases, fact sheets, website copy and briefing notes for the media and

executives

6. Liaise with journalists/media outlets and map their areas of focus against that of the organisation.

7. Coordinate media events and ensure media monitoring.

8. Build relationships with key media contacts and identify and leverage off opportunities to proactively pitch brand and

corporate stories.

9. Ensure coordination and communication of messages to both internal and external

audiences.

10. Evaluate the effectiveness of media programmes and enhance as appropriate.

11. Participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of corporate

communications policies and protocols.

12. Measure brand/reputation equity on a yearly basis

**_ Qualifications & Experience:_**

1. Bachelor's Degree in Media and/or Public Relations.
2. 8 to 10 years relevant experience within a communications and media management environment with at least 5 years at a
Specialist / Management level.
3. Requirement of trust and honesty in the handling of finances as per the National Credit Act Amendment 19;
4. Willing to undergo Lifestyle Audit

Standard Job Requirements:
5. Driver's license code 08
6. Travel as required and approved

**_ Competencies:_**

Knowledge:
1. Understanding of the organisations business.
2. Knowledge of relevant legislation.
3. Knowledge of corporate governance.
4. Knowledge of Community Dynamics.
5. Understanding of organisations policies and procedures.
6. Knowledge of the railway environment.
7. Knowledge of media dynamics.
8. Knowledge of the global economy and markets.
9. Communications and social media trends.
10. Finance and people management.

Behavioural competencies:
Strategy & Sustainability
Strategic Thinking-Translates strategies into measurable goals and objectives to achieve the organisations vision.
Commercial Awareness-Keeps abreast of internal and external factors that can impact the business; is aware of
developments in organisational structures, economics and politics.
Innovating-Generates new ideas or solutions by thinking "outside of the box"; reviews current processes or systems and
identifies ways to optimise them.

Inspirational Leadership
Inspiring People-Inspires, motivates and empowers team members to do their best.
Managing Talent-Provides clear direction and sets performance standards/requirements for the team.
Leading Change-Manages and directs change initiatives.
Embracing Diversity-Manages and promotes equal opportunity and has an appreciation for diversity in the workplace.
Lead Business Performance-Manages the business to be more efficient and effective.

Business Performance and Delivery
Lead Business Performance-Manages the business to be more efficient and effective.
Strategic Decision Making-Is decisive and takes full accountability for decisions.
Business Acumen-Understands and deals with various business situations using obtained knowledge and a broad spectrum
of expertise.
Analysing-Thinks systemically and is open to new approaches.

Relationship Management
Communicating Effectively-Communicates the business strategy and objectives in a clear and consistent manner.
Collaborating and Networking-Build wide and effective relationships with people inside and outside of the organisation to
help achieve th

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