About the position
Our client in Sandton is currently looking for an Internal Communication manager to work in the Corporate Marketing and Communications department.
Main duties and responsibilities
To manage own budget for internal communication activities
Internal Processes
Develop and implement internal communications strategies for various stakeholders - to reach a wide audience, ensure high levels of understanding, drive levels of positive engagement through communication
Deploy various engagement tactics for employees to land strategic messages around performance, culture and to launch new initiatives
Manage the design and production of promotional material for internal communications
Liaise with internal stakeholders on business briefs, to establish communication & information requirements and ensure that message content is relevant, accurate and well received by audiences
Create and monitor appropriate metrics that evaluate and track the impact and effectiveness of communication strategies and tactics
Manage the relationship with production houses and/ or agencies to ensure that design, layout and deadline specifications are adhered to
Measurement & Evaluation of Internal Communications
Corporate Strategic Alignment
• Alignment of the messaging strategy with IDC corporate strategy
• Alignment of the messaging strategy with IDC and marketing and communications strategy
Stakeholder Focus
• To provide an efficient customer service to internal stakeholders
• Liaising with suppliers, agencies and stakeholders
Learning & Growth
• To continuously research and find new ways of doing the work.
• To support the team through provision of professional and consistent service to ensure 360 degree campaigns delivered by the department
• To take ownership of Personal Development Plan
Formal Qualifications:
Advanced Diploma or B Degree in Communications , Journalism, Brand studies
Years of Experience
5-8 years working experience in Internal Communications / Communications
Significant exposure to all elements of the communications value chain
Significant experience in the design, development and implementation of internal communications strategies
Substantial experience in written media, copy editing and publishing
Previous communications and change management experience
Experience in managing a number of communications projects in parallel
Experience in digital marketing would be an advantage
Desired Skills:
- Branding
- Communication
- Journalism
