Job Description

Communications Manager - JhbAt Tetra Pak we commit to making food safe and available, everywhere; and we protect what's good xe2x80x93 protecting food, protecting people, and protecting the planet. By doing so we touch millions of people's lives every day. And we need people like you to make it happen.Job SummaryTetra Pak South Africa is looking for a dynamic Communications Manager with a passion for learning and a drive for results. In this role, you will work across a variety of channels. You will be part of the sustainability and communications team and work within the communications function.The Communications Manager will primarily be responsible for planning, budgeting, and executing internal and external communications activities for the Market Company Southern Africa. He / she will work closely with the Africa Communications Director and the Managing Director to support the needs of the business in our SA Market Company building on the communications plan for the company to ensure a consistent and branded approach to positioning Tetra Pak among target audiences.The Communications Manager role will require a substantial amount of cross functional cooperation between various departments including rest of Communications team, Marketing, Sales, Technical Service, Processing, and other support functions.The position will be based in Johannesburg and will report to Africa Communications Director.What you will doPlanning and implementing relevant communications initiativesDriving communications activities in 2 practice areas:Internal communications: Including message development & channel management as part of the local and regional communications framework, internal messaging and content for internal events and other employee engagement projects as well as quarterly business update videos.External communications: Including social and digital media, media relations, event planning and execution, supporting with presentation and speeches, crisis communications, PR agency coordination, etc.We believe you haveMinimum a bachelorxe2x80x99s degree in Communications, Business, Marketing, or proven experience in communicationsMinimum 8-10 years of relevant communication experience with knowledge of communications framework, tools, and processesInternal and External Communications experienceSome experience in Public Affairs planning would be a plusThorough experience in working with external agencies on communications planning and executionExperience in localization of centrally developed campaigns to address local needs would be a plusInterest and proven ability to innovate in communication tactics, especially using digital channelsExcellent writing, public speaking, and presentation skillsThorough experience in working with Microsoft Office xe2x80x93 especially Word, PowerPoint, and ExcelThe successful candidate should possess strong communication skills and have the ability to put his / her ideas and plans into actionResult-oriented; able to establish clear expectations, objectives and priorities, set aggressive but achievable goals and track progressBusiness minded with ability to understand the dimensions of business strategy, activities, performance and direction and develop communications activities to supportStrong team player with an ability to work in diverse teams and across cultures and mobilize others to contribute to projectsProactive and pragmatic attitude with a strong hands-on, getting-things-done mentalityWe Offer YouA variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscapeA culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our industry experts drive visible resultsAn equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusionMarket competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangementsApply NowIf you are inspired to be part of our promise to protect whatxe2x80x99s good; for food, people, and the planet, apply through our careers page at https://jobs.tetrapak.com/.This job posting expires on 6th September 2023.If you have any questions about your application, please contact Sandile Livi via LinkedIn.

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