Communications Officer

About the position

Communications Officer
POSITION PURPOSE

• To edit copy, proofread and draft all company communication material.
• To quality control all written official documents published through various communications platforms.
• To serve as a principal speech writer for organisation Board, CEO, and Executives and compile panel discussion presentations at global events.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• National Diploma or relevant NQF Level 6 qualification in Communications or Public Relations or Journalism.
• Corporate Communications - 5 to 10 Years.
• Writing and Editing - 5 to 10 Years.

POSITION OUTPUTS
Writing and Content Development:

• Research, develop, write and edit content for various communications platforms namely;
• Speech Writing*
• Website
• Intranet
• Presentations
• Public addresses
• Publications, Booklets, brochures, and leaflets
• Editorials
• Advertorials
• DCA Communiqués
• All Staff Memos
• Any other promotional material and company official documentation

Implementation of Editing Procedures and Police:

• Initiate and develop the implementation of the official house style guide.
• Communicate, inform, and educate all employees about the official house style.
• Advocate the critical business importance of using the official house style guide and provide support to the organisation in this regard.
• Ensure that all speeches and written material featured in the various communications platforms above adhere to the official house style guide.

Editing and Translation:

• Edit all written material as listed above as well as Accidents Reports and any other official documentation as and when required by various departments.
• Provide proof reading services to various departments as and when required.
• Manage the translation of documents from Afrikaans to English or other languages and vice versa.
• Assist in the implementation of branding activation including corporate exhibitions, advertising, and publications.

Competencies (Skills and Behavioural Attributes):

• Advanced Writing - 40%
• Presentation - 10%
• Advanced Communication - 30%
• Networking - 10%
• Interpersonal - 10%
• Cultural Sensitivity -30%
• Helicopter Perspective - 40%

Desired Skills:

• Speech Writing
• Intranet
• Presentation Skills
• Journalism