Manager: Communications

1 month ago

Richards Bay, South Africa Rio Tinto Full time

Manager: Communications

Be part of a group that is safety driven and values inclusion. Join an encouraging leadership group, committed to your growth and development. Based in Richard’s Bay, South Africa.

About the role

Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.

We are looking for a  Manager: Communications to lead a team in delivering internal and external communication services that drive strong commercial results aligned with the RBM business plan. The role is a key part of the Departmental leadership team and collaborates closely with the broader Rio Tinto Corporate Relations function on communications initiatives.

Reporting to the GM: Communications & Community Relations and working in a collaborative community within the business, you will:

Develop and implement RBM’s integrated communications strategy, overseeing both internal communications (workforce and Rio Tinto Group channels) and external communications (media, communities, and stakeholders). Lead the Communications team, ensuring coverage of key responsibilities to provide year-round service as needed. Oversee and manage key RBM communication channels, both internal and external, with ongoing assessment for effectiveness and cost efficiency. Manage the budget, costs, and vendor relationships. Ensure that all communications activities adhere to RBM and Rio Tinto Group policies, standards, and procedures, including compliance with approval and escalation processes. Serve as the official RBM media spokesperson when required and participate in Business Resilience activities. Actively contribute to the departmental leadership team, including participating in development of overall team responsibilities, and deputize for the General Manager as needed. Keeping abreast of international best practice, technologies and industry trends. Proactively research relevant best practice and processes, recommending translation of these in the strategic framework of the unit

What you’ll bring

Minimum of 4 years Communication, Public Relations, Marketing or related degree MBA or Masters in relevant field of study (advantageous) Minimum 8 years’ experience with the following:

*In a Public Relations/ Internal & External Communication role

*Experience working in a global/multinational organisation

*Understanding of emerging markets

*Knowledge of data analytics, platforms & Techco environment

*Experience in continuous improvement through the implementation of best practices

Demonstrated experience in media relations and ability to represent a comparable organization in delivering strong proactive and reactive media management. Ability to engage with the media proactively in order to promote and protect the reputation of the company – ability to build and maintain a strong media network. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and ability to write strong copy for multiple channels. Experience with social media campaigns and monitoring. Ability to work well in a team and build and maintain an excellent internal network in support of delivering accountabilities. High level of discretion and interpersonal skills

Who we are

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.

We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win and meet opportunities.

Where you’ll be working

Rio Tinto’s Exploration group seeks to create value for the business by discovering or acquiring new mineral resources. Organized into four regional teams (Americas, Australasia, Africa-Europe and Eurasia), the Exploration group provides both a global reach and a local presence across a range of commodities including bauxite, copper, iron ore, nickel and uranium. 

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