Senior Communications Director

2 months ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Old Mutual Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Communications Manager to join our team at Old Mutual. As a key member of our communications team, you will play a critical role in developing and implementing a comprehensive communications strategy that aligns with our business goals and objectives.

Key Responsibilities
  • Strategic Delivery:
    • Develop and implement a communications plan that drives business results and enhances our reputation.
    • Lead the development of a press and media strategy to guide effective relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Operational Delivery:
    • Manage the delivery of effective and efficient communications processes and tools.
    • Optimize and drive 'Ways of Work' to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.
    • Manage external communications, including press releases, thought leadership programs, and media relationship building.
    • Monitor media coverage and industry trends to identify potential issues and develop strategies to mitigate reputational risks.
    • Monitor and analyze communication metrics and KPIs to evaluate the effectiveness of communication strategies and tactics.
  • Finance and Governance:
    • Responsible for finance and risk management, including the management and clearing of audit findings.
    • Contribute to functional resource planning and integration.
    • Drive and manage accountabilities for certain legislative requirements impacting our customer engagement.
Requirements
  • Qualifications:
    • Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
  • Experience:
    • Minimum 8 years' external communications experience.
    • Extensive experience defining and implementing communications strategies and plans.
    • Experience in managing teams and driving communications standards and governance across a business.
    • Extensive experience in media relations, crisis communication, and reputation management.
  • Competencies:
    • Strategic thinking and planning.
    • Leading with influence and collaboration.
    • Customer-centric approach.
    • Execution and innovation.
    • Personal mastery and continuous learning.
  • Technical Competencies:
    • Business and market knowledge.
    • Content development and corporate communication.
    • Reputation management and risk and crisis management.


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