Global Communication Consultant

Aldelia; Remote; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A global manpower provider is seeking a skilled Communication Consultant to define the overall communication strategy and manage content production. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in communications or journalism, along with 8-10 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include developing communication initiatives, managing media relations, and creating impactful materials. Excellent writing and interpersonal skills are required, alongside the ability to work under pressure and multitask. This is a remote position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in a similar role.
• Proven experience creating targeted content.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Define global communication strategy aligned with organizational objectives.
• Develop and implement effective communication strategies.
• Plan and manage content for publicity materials.
• Create and implement communication protocols to foster employee morale.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Writing skills

Strategic communications planning

Project management

Multitasking

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or public relations

MBA

Tools

PowerPoint

Job description

A Global manpower provider currenty present and operating in more than 30 countries, across Europe, Middle East, South America, and particularly Africa. Our solutions are tailored made for industries such as Oil and Gas, FMCG, Agriculture, Health Care, Hospitality , etc

Job Description

Job Title:Communication Consultant

Location: Remote

Reports to: IT & Digital Director

Job Overview

We are looking for a self-motivated and talented External & Internal communications manager to define the global strategy and manage production of high-quality content that engages customers and builds brand recognition.

The ideal Candidate main duties will also include creating informative content, press releases, articles, and media opportunities to share our company’s brand, products, and services. She/he will be an excellent communicator, with brilliant presentation and organizational skills.

Responsibilities:

• Define the global communication strategy according with the Aldelia’s objectives
• Identify and manage a network of potential external partners
• Develop and implement effective communication strategies that build customer loyalty programs, brand awareness, and employee satisfaction.
• Plan and manage the design, content, and production of all publicity materials.
• Work with different departments to generate new ideas and strategies.
• Supervise projects to guarantee all content is publication ready and prepare detailed media activity reports.
• Create and implement communication and marketing strategies for new products, launches, events, and promotions as well as monitoring the success.
• Respond to communication-related issues in a timely manner.
• Define key performance indicators for each communications channel which will indicate a campaign's level of success.
• Determine strategic communications campaigns that will help further organizational goals.
• Create internal communications protocols and initiatives that will foster employee morale.
• Oversee the creation of marketing and communications collateral to ensure that it is consistent with the organization's brand, including white papers, website copy, and more.
• Create informative and interesting press releases, press kits, newsletters, and related communication materials.
• Represent the organization at events and press conferences and help with CEO speaking Engagements.
• Reach out to influencers, media and beyond to arrange story placement on a national and global level.

Key Relationships/ Stakeholders

External

• Clients
• Government regulatory bodies
• General Public
• Talents

Internal

• Employees
• Directors
• Management

Qualifications

Preferred Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree qualified ideally communications, journalism, public relations or relevant field. Membership of a relevant Professional body is desirable.
• An MBA is an added advantage.
• A minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in a similar role.
• Proven experience creating targeted content is advantageous.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to multitask and work well under pressure.
• Strong PowerPoint and visual design skills.
• Corporate Extrovert and Ability to travel occasionally.
• Ability to communicate and work in English and French (Portuguese is an asset)

Skills

• Be able to think, manage and, for one part, execute
• Demonstrate high level of interpersonal, writing skills, presentation and effective communicate skills.
• Knowledgeable in strategic communications planning methodology, leading edge practices, trends and information; aware of employee engagement strategies and innovative tactics being applied in the marketplace.
• Proven success designing and executing marketing and communications strategies and campaigns
• Up to date on industry trends and able to stay ahead of the curve
• Excellent organizational and project management skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Must be able to think analytically and strategically
• Capable of working well as part of a team as well as independently
• Great multitasker and capable of simultaneously managing multiple projects with different deadlines

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