Communications Specialist

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2. POSITION DETAILS

Position Title:

Communications Specialist

Reports to:

Head: Communications South Africa

Department:

Communications

Period:

Full Time - Local Employment Contract

Location:

Bryanston, Johannesburg - South Africa

CLOSING DATE:

31st October 2025

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2. BACKGROUND

At ENGIE, great adventures always start with a simple "hello" and the desire to take action for tomorrow.

If, like us, you strongly believe the energy transition holds opportunities for you and for everyone, then look no further, you belong with us

Our goal is to be the best energy transition utility, and we have an ambition to reach net zero emissions by 2045.

In South Africa, we have a diverse portfolio of Renewables assets, flexible power generation, and a growing portfolio of future-focused projects - from hydrogen and battery storage to wind and solar developments.

Our footprint in South Africa is pre-dominantly Renewables, but we have two peaking power projects that support the stabilisation of the grid. Our purpose brings together the company, our employees, our customers, and shareholders, and reconciles economic performance with a positive impact on people and the planet, building on our key businesses to offer competitive solutions to our customers.

As part of our Global organization, you will work with colleagues across Europe, and AMEA.

ENGIE is a major player in the energy transition, whose purpose is to accelerate the transition towards a carbon-neutral economy. With 98,000 employees in 30 countries, the Group covers the entire energy value chain, from production to infrastructures and sales. ENGIE combines complementary activities: renewable electricity and green gas production, flexibility assets (notably batteries), gas and electricity transmission and distribution networks, local energy infrastructures and the supply of energy to individuals, local authorities, and businesses. Every year, ENGIE works to drive forward the energy transition and achieve its net-zero carbon goal by 2045. The Group has been present in Africa for over 50 years.

ENGIE provides expertise in four (4) Global Business Units:

• Renewables & Flex Power - Delivering greener and smarter electrons through renewable energy and flexible power solutions.
• Local Energy Infrastructures - Support customers in achieving significant decarbonisation goals.
• Networks - Expanding and adapting power and gas infrastructure to accommodate the transition to green molecules.
• Supply & Energy Management - Leveraging ENGIE's global energy assets to deliver secure, sustainable energy to customers.

About ENGIE in South Africa:

• 15 years + presence in South Africa
• First and largest Independent Power Producer (IPP) with more than 1,6 GW in operation
• Over 300 + professionals
• Developed, built and operate the first H2 plant in Africa at Mogalakwena mine
• Founding member of the Hydrogen valley initiative with Anglo American and the Department of Science and Technology
• Operational and Safety excellence across all sites
• Growth Market for ENGIE

In South Africa, ENGIE has a growing involvement and portfolio of operational assets:

• Avon & Dedisa Peaking Power (1005 MW OCGT)
• Xina Solar One (100 MW CSP)
• Kathu Solar Park (100 MW CSP)
• Aurora Wind (95 MW Onshore Wind)
• Golden Valley (117 MW Onshore Wind)
• Excelsior (32 MW Onshore Wind)
• Konkoonsies 2 (75 MW Solar PV)
• Aggeneys (40 MW Solar PV)
• MBP (75 MW Solar PV)
• Grootspruit (75 MW Solar PV) – in construction
• Graspan (75 MW Solar PV) – in construction
• OYA Hybrid (333 MW Solar/ Wind/ BESS) – in construction

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2. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

ENGIE's presence in South Africa is already strong and continues to grow. To support this growth, the company requires a skilled communications professional to support the execution of the  communications strategy, ensuring it is aligned to the business's focus, objectives and ambitions.

This role encompasses a broad range of responsibilities, including but not limited to:  

• Execute the ENGIE South Africa corporate communications strategy, and plan within the approved budget
• Enhance ENGIE's visibility in South Africa  aligned to business objectives
• Develop and implement innovative communication approaches for internal and external audiences, particularly around key business milestones such as financial closes, project delivery,  general business updates, employee  advocacy, asset activity , and CEO communication, amongst others.
• Create interest in the brand  through media engagement, press releases, conferences, interviews, content management, internal communications, risk management and collaterals.
• Support with digital channel management for internal and external channels.
• Support with the planning and execution with all external events and exhibitions, including content delivery and key messaging
• Create engaging content through various means, including: collaterals, videos, animations, infographics, presentations and fact sheets
• Develop and write compelling content pieces for advertising, newsletters, social media and company website
• Draft executive speeches and key messages for ENGIE representatives at external engagements
• Provide administration support: planning and budget management.
• Monitor corporate reputation and support with crisis communication efforts 
• Manage and coordinate internal communications (staff messages, events) across the ENGIE companies and businesses in South Africa
• Act as the custodian of the ENGIE Brand, to ensure compliance with Group Brand Guidelines. 
• Collaborate with the regional communications team to maintain alignment with ENGIE's global ambitions.

Track and analyse the effectiveness of both internal and external communication campaigns and provide regular reports and feedback

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2. COMMUNICATION & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Internal

• All internal stakeholders of ENGIE South Africa
• All project companies in South Africa.
• Internal AMEA Communications focal point

External

• Clients
• Contractors
• Competitors
• External stakeholders
• Government communications institutions
• Communities
• Media

Education institutions

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2. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Education

• A Bachelor degree in journalism, communications, public relations or marketing
• Excellent attention to details, being methodical and organized.

Language

• Fluent in English (verbal and written skills)
• Other languages would be a benefit
• Excellent writing, spelling, editing and proofreading skills

Experience & Skills

• 5-8 years of Experience in a communications or institutional environment
• Excellent IT skills (Office 365 including SharePoint)
• Managed external and internal communications including all media channels
• Understanding of local South Africa market 

Behavioural Competencies

• A can-do attitude Executor by nature
• Must be very organised with the ability to manage several simultaneous projects/activities
• Being flexible, creative and proactive
• Having competent project management skills
• Being able to prioritise projects and tasks
• Appetite to work in an international environment

Stress resistant, flexible, open-minded

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2. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adheres to the Company Policies and Procedures and Ethics;
• Behaves in a responsible way;
• Lives the values of the Company.

ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of ENGIE Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.  ENGIE Southern Africa