Communication & Events Officer

We have an exciting opportunity for Operations Communication & Events Officer. The purpose of this role is to Coordinate the internal processes to ensure effective communication flow and enhance Kumba's profiling through internal communication, events, and visits.

We're the best in the industry.

You'll make us better.

Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to "re-imagine mining to improve people's lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible – from mobile phones to medicines.

Kumba Iron Ore

We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel, widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Centurion, Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.

As our Communication & Events Officer your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Safety, Health, and Environment

• Support a safe and healthy work environment where workers, external service providers, and contractors can deliver their outputs within a controlled risk environment
• Keep environmental impact within statutory requirements to ensure compliance
• Support the compliance with MHSA in the workspace
• Participate in VFL initiatives and submit the required number per month.

Performance and Delivery

Internal Communication:

• Ensure that internal and external communications are conducted according to the business requirements and total Kumba branding standards to ensure a professional corporate image.
• Implement site communication plans to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Execute regular audits to determine the effectiveness of communication channels.
• Ensure online or digital communications are updated on time, i.e. website.
• Manage all internal communication channels according to the needs of employees:

o Communication plans aligned to business standards

o Timelines for feedback are met

o Effective communication channels

o Customer satisfaction index

o Processes optimised

o Best practice principles upheld and applied

o Surveys, Newsletters, Electronic communication, Screens, and Notice boards/posters.

Channel Management:

• Manage all communication channels for effective communication Kumba-wide.
• Identify new opportunities for effective channel management.
• Distribute communication content on all levels:

o Screens, Electronic Apps, distribution, reports and SMS system.

Reporting:

• Ensure that profiling and branding projects are monitored, and continuous reporting is done on progress and next steps within the project plan:

o Information is continuously updated and communicated.

Communication Campaigns and Projects:

• Implement communication campaigns to support core business deliverables.
• Develop and identify relevant campaigns to promote awareness internally and externally:

o Screens, Electronic Apps, distribution, reports and SMS system.

Profiling and Branding:

• Ensure that the branding and profiling of Kumba are aligned with Corporate Office directives and in accordance with Anglo American standards and requirements.
• Maintain branding integrity through the efficient management of all events to enhance the profile of the company and operations.
• Monitor the way visitors are received, according to prescribed guidelines, to ensure uniformity.
• Manage internal and external signage to ensure compliance with the Kumba policies and procedures.

Budget and Cost Control Management:

• Maintain adherence to the section's expenditure limits to ensure proper cost management on:

o Cost savings

o Financial variances

o Accuracy of financial information.

Compliance:

• Support social components of all work needed to achieve and maintain public awareness of the organisation's activities in a favourable manner.
• Conduct risk mitigation to minimise threats (reputational damage) to the organisation.
• Execute effective community management systems and assurance.
• Deliver on the Anglo Social Way (version three).

This role is in the Corporate Affairs (COR) department on a band 7.8 level reporting to the Specialist Communication.

• Grade 12
• Communications and Public Relations or equivalent on NQF5
• SA Drivers Licence: Code B (Light Vehicle)

Technical Knowledge

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in the communication industry.
• Familiar with systematic problem-solving and structured methodologies to analyse risks and possibilities for creating valuable communication solutions.
• Understand effective communication processes in practice.
• Knowledge of project management processes and active resource management to cultivate beneficial business relationships.
• Understand communication and event management, standards, and recommended practices.

Who we are?

Anglo American is a global diversified mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine.

We work together with our key partners and stakeholders to unlock the sustainable value that those resources represent for our shareholders, the communities and countries in which we operate and for society at large. Anglo American is re-imagining mining to improve people's lives.

How we are committed to your safety

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day's work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we're also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.

Inclusion and Diversity

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.