Chief Communications & Stakeholder Relations

Fempower Personnel; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Fempower Personnel in Pretoria is seeking a seasoned communications leader to drive corporate communications, stakeholder engagement, reputation management, and marketing initiatives. The role focuses on shaping organisational reputation, strengthening stakeholder relationships, and positioning the organisation as a trusted brand.

The ideal candidate will have 15+ years in communications with a strong track record in executive leadership, media relations, and internal communications, within the

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field. A Master's degree will be advantageous.
• Minimum 15 years' relevant experience in communications, marketing, public relations, or stakeholder management.
• At least 8 years' experience in a senior management or executive leadership role.
• Demonstrated success in corporate communications, reputation management, stakeholder engagement, content development, and marketing campaigns.
• Strong leadership, relationship-building, and strategic influencing capability.
• Sound understanding of the South African public sector environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement the organisation's communications and stakeholder engagement strategy.
• Drive reputation management, brand positioning, and marketing initiatives.
• Build and maintain executive-level relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee media relations, content development, digital communications, and public messaging.
• Provide strategic counsel to senior leadership on communication and stakeholder matters.
• Lead internal communication initiatives that enhance employee engagement and organisational alignment.
• Manage a high-performing team and ensure effective budget and performance management.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic communication

Media relations

Content development

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Communications/Marketing/Public Relations

Master's degree advantageous

Job description

Fempower Personnel in Pretoria is seeking a seasoned communications leader to drive corporate communications, stakeholder engagement, reputation management, and marketing initiatives. The role focuses on shaping organisational reputation, strengthening stakeholder relationships, and positioning the organisation as a trusted brand.

The ideal candidate will have 15+ years in communications with a strong track record in executive leadership, media relations, and internal communications, within the