Job Description:

Manage and enact public relations strategy:

Development and enacting of overall corporate public relations strategy, including development or coordination of various communication elements. Strategy to be developed based on
A clear understanding of the corporate identity, goals and challenges
A clear understanding of the companys products and services
A clear understanding of media channels and their various requirements
An understanding of corporate communication and internal communication requirements

Manage corporate communications

Creating and effectively disseminating all communication to media and related industries on behalf of the company. This includes the creation of press releases, dissemination thereof, monitoring and follow-ups with media
Management of selected corporate-related communication with media and other stakeholders i.e. media releases, media responses and brand updates, corporate photography and videography
Managing Corporate PR
Media clipping analysis
Publicity Reports for EXCO- monthly
Drafting of media releases/statements
Negotiating and finalising contract terms and outputs of agreements entered into with partners and suppliers
Cross-functional and collaborative project management and task delegation
Reputation Management (essential)

Internal communications and events

Executive liaison

Interaction with media

All media interaction, including media events, initiated social events and interaction on all industry levels.
On-going relationship building with key media and partners
Good media contacts and relationships

Edit, manage publications

Assisting in corporate publications, acting as liaison between various role players, offering editorial assistance and writing

Cost management, people development

Job Requirements:

NQF Level 6 (360 credits - 8 level framework) qualification in Marketing, Public Relations / Communications or Journalism related.
Relevant motor industry experience will be advantageous
Reputation / Crisis Management skills or qualification (essential)
Writing and editing skills (essential)
Understanding of the South Africa Media landscape
Media relationship-building skills and extensive database (essential)
Experience in project management and Communication both verbal and written is essential
5-7 years of work experience in Public Relations/Communications is essential
PC Literacy (MS Office package) & Microsoft Teams familiarity

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