Strategic Communications and Public Affairs Professional

5 days ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Rory Mackie & Associates Full time

Rory Mackie & Associates seeks an exceptional Communications and Public Affairs Lead to drive strategic communications and elevate the organisation's position as a leading industry association.

Reporting to the Executive: Legal, Regulatory and Stakeholder Engagement, this role will oversee end-to-end communications strategy and execution, ensuring effective engagement with policymakers, government officials, NGOs, think tanks, academic institutions, and private sector partners.

The successful candidate will develop and execute integrated strategic communications plans to promote the organisation's objectives, incorporating communication and content creation, message development, regulatory and external affairs, media relations, and event support.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and lead the development of public-facing materials, including webpages, print materials, newsletters, op-eds, social media platforms, and other communications and marketing collateral.
  • Plan and coordinate policy and research announcements on behalf of the organisation, leveraging multifaceted communications plans, including launch events, media outreach, social and digital media content, and outreach to policymakers.
  • Incorporate strategic communications as a core function across all aspects of the organisation, ensuring consistency across all materials and communications.
  • Monitor and analyse the impact of the organisation's research and communications strategies.
  • Explore and develop new ways to strengthen the organisation's brand identity and engagement with key stakeholder audiences.
  • Demonstrate political savvy and judgment, identifying opportunities for the organisation's brand.
  • Build relationships and work collaboratively with communications peers at member organisations, establishing a formal platform for regular engagement.
  • Identify and facilitate engagements for growth and new member opportunities.
  • Perform other duties as assigned and assist in special projects.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, government, public policy, foreign policy, or related fields.
  • Experience in political or policy communications, engaging with various policymakers and government departments.
  • Demonstrated success in leading and developing policy communications in the government, public, or private sector, leveraging traditional, digital, and social media strategies.
  • Experience in policy and research writing for executives and managing executive and/or policy communications programmes.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively, using sound judgment in making decisions, balancing multiple priorities, and communicating proactively with stakeholders about project risks or uncertainties.
  • A deep commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
  • Superior communication skills to facilitate requests with internal constituents and extensive experience working with scheduling teams.
  • Exceptional writing and storytelling skills, understanding how to create content that draws an audience.
  • Keen attention to detail with strong organisational and time management skills, prioritising and managing a high volume of detailed work with conflicting priorities and delivering on tight deadlines.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel).

Competencies:

  • A positive attitude and willingness to work in a team.
  • Attention to detail and high degree of accuracy.
  • Responsible, reliable, and systematic work approach with a high degree of personal integrity.
  • Professional verbal and written communication skills.
  • Follow procedures with a structured approach to problem-solving.
  • Be neat, orderly, organised, and self-motivated.
  • Ability to manage your own time effectively and respond positively to different situations.
  • Estimated salary: $80,000 - $110,000 per annum, dependent on experience.

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