Internal Communications Manager

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley, Northern Cape is seeking an Internal Communications Manager to oversee all internal channels, craft content, and support leadership in communicating changes. This role focuses on building a strong company culture and ensuring employees are informed and engaged.

You will manage intranet, newsletters, emails, and town halls, collaborate with HR and departments, and measure impact of communications to enhance employee experience and align with organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Human Resources, or a related field.
• 4–6 years of experience in internal communications or a related role.
• Proven ability to develop and implement successful internal communication strategies.
• Excellent writing, editing, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive internal communications strategy.
• Create engaging content for internal channels, including newsletters, intranet, emails, and town halls.
• Manage and maintain the company intranet, ensuring it is informative and user-friendly.
• Support leadership in communicating key organizational changes, updates, and initiatives.
• Organize and facilitate internal events, meetings, and employee engagement activities.
• Measure the effectiveness of internal communication efforts and adjust strategies accordingly.
• Ensure consistent brand messaging and tone of voice in all internal communications.
• Collaborate with HR and other departments to promote company culture and values.
• Manage internal communication crises and provide timely information to employees.
• Stay current with best practices in internal communications and employee engagement.

Skills

Content writing

Editing

Presentation

Intranet management

Stakeholder engagement

MS Office

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Intranet platforms

Email marketing

Collaboration software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding retail group, is seeking a dedicated Internal Communications Manager to oversee all internal communication channels and initiatives from their office in Kimberley, Northern Cape . This role is crucial for fostering a strong company culture, ensuring employees are informed, engaged, and aligned with organizational goals. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing effective internal communication strategies, crafting engaging content, and managing communication platforms. You will work closely with HR, leadership, and departmental heads to ensure clear and consistent messaging across the organization. This position offers a significant opportunity to shape the employee experience within a thriving business in the Northern Cape region. The role requires a strategic and creative individual to build connections and drive understanding throughout the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive internal communications strategy.
• Create engaging content for internal channels, including newsletters, intranet, emails, and town halls.
• Manage and maintain the company intranet, ensuring it is informative and user-friendly.
• Support leadership in communicating key organizational changes, updates, and initiatives.
• Organize and facilitate internal events, meetings, and employee engagement activities.
• Measure the effectiveness of internal communication efforts and adjust strategies accordingly.
• Ensure consistent brand messaging and tone of voice in all internal communications.
• Collaborate with HR and other departments to promote company culture and values.
• Manage internal communication crises and provide timely information to employees.
• Stay current with best practices in internal communications and employee engagement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in internal communications or a related role.
• Proven ability to develop and implement successful internal communication strategies.
• Excellent writing, editing, and presentation skills.
• Experience with various internal communication channels and tools (intranet platforms, email marketing, collaboration software).
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with employees at all levels.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• A genuine passion for employee engagement and fostering a positive workplace culture in Kimberley .

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive and dynamic retail environment. Employees work from our Kimberley, Northern Cape office. We value work-life balance and provide a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Join a team dedicated to enhancing employee experience and driving organizational success. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on internal communication within a respected company.