Job Description

Purpose of the Job:

To support the FSCAxe2x80x99s communication strategy through content generation, and the provision of editorial services for FSCA published material. The person appointed will report to the Departmental Head: Communication and Language Services.

Key Performance Areas:

• Write, edit, and produce content for multiple channels.
• Draft speeches and presentations for the FSCA leadership team.
• Work collaboratively as a trusted business partner to internal stakeholders, and all business functions, to proactively ascertain stakeholder requirements and provide strategic advice on issues.
• Provide tactical input to ensure that speeches of FSCA leaders are delivered in an effective way.
• Assist to plan, craft, and deliver regular communications to colleagues in succinct and persuasive ways.
• Keep record of all speeches and critical written material as released by the FSCA.
• Manage the production of editorial content for various FSCA publications.
• Conduct research to support the positioning of the FSCA both locally and internationally.
• Provide international-level inputs to FSCA written content for publication and create content of a consistently excellent quality.
• Stay abreast of latest developments in research tools and techniques within the communications field.
• Liaise with all Divisions to ensure that their written communication requirements are met.
• Ensure all communication is in line with internal brand guidelines and corporate identity principles.
• Report on all publications to measure effectiveness and provide inputs to the Communications calendar.
• Support the delivery of content to external stakeholders, both digitally and face to face.
• Support the development of communications plans for change projects within the FSCA.
• Ensure that all activities comply with the required quality and compliance standards.
• Partner with other managers in the department to drive performance of the team to ensure that business goals are met.

Other Key Competencies:

The candidate must demonstrate the following skills and attributes: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; financial management skills; business acumen; good research and speech writing skills; strong writing and editing skills; good presentation skills and networking abilities; ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; innovative thinking and planning skills; ability to engage with senior staff within the organization; ability to function independently; advanced computer literacy; analytical skills and attention to detail.

FSCA is committed towards increasing the representation of marginalised groups in line with its Employment Equity Plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Please note that correspondence and communication will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates and that the FSCA reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified.

Closing Date: 4 August 2023

A Bachelor`s Degrees in Marketing, Advertising, Journalism, Communication or Public Relations with a minimum of 5 - 10 yearsxe2x80x99 experience in a Communications, Publishing or Media related environment and a proven track record of developing communications strategies, policies and procedures. Knowledge of financial sector laws will be an added advantage.

Financial Sector Conduct Authority