Manager: Communications

Manager: Communications

Operating Division: Transnet Rail Infrastructure Manager (TRIM)

Employee Group: Permanent

Department: TR-CAF-Communication and Reputation-RCB

Location: Richards Bay

Reporting To: General Manager: Comms & Stakeholder

Grade: F

Reference: req5173

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Position Purpose

Drive the successful implementation of the TRIM internal and external communications strategy for the Corridors and facilitate two-way communications between management, employees and the external public in order to positively position TRIM. Position Outputs

• Develop, gain approval and implement a communications plan for the Corridors aligned with Transnet Rail Infrastructure Managers strategic objective and international best practice. • Manage external media relationships through regular consultation with stakeholders to establish, build and maintain relationships. • Externally position TRIM through engaging and persuading relevant stakeholders by participating in strategic railways and associated business forums and bodies. • Monitor service delivery and its standards with stakeholders. • Develop, manage and implement an internal and external safety communication plan. • Ensure that all approved internal communication programmes are implemented successfully and managed effectively. • Drive the implementation of TRIMs internal and external communication plan.

• Deliver regular and consistent communications for all employees through a range of communications platforms in the corridors. • Draft media releases and statements and respond to media queries related to the corridors. • Develop internal communications strategy and programmes for the corridor – ensuring a regular cadence of comms to employees. • Liaise with external service providers used for internal and external communications purposes so that they all deliver within time, budget and quality requirements in line with the signed service agreement. • Provide support for the development and implementation of communications initiatives that promote the organisation and its products/services to internal and external audiences. • Coordinate preparations and logistics to oversee arrangements for employee and media related gatherings/events.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree/Diploma in Communications/Public Relations/Journalism • 5 years’ relevant experience within Communications environment. Competencies

Knowledge required: • Technical and practical knowledge of internal communications and media function. • Relevant/applicable legislation, regulations and policies. • Transport/logistics industry. • Commercial acumen. Skills Required: • Networking skills. • Project management. • Time Management. • Proofing and Editing. • Communication. • Analytical ability. • Information gathering and dissemination. • Ability to build and maintain relationships. • Strong writing and editorial skills. • Verbal and written communication skills. • Planning and organising. • Media management. Equity Statement

Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division. Disclaimer

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