Public Affairs Advisor

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Professional development

International exposure

Strategic advisory role

Job summary

Placements24 in Klerksdorp seeks a sophisticated Public Affairs Advisor to guide government relations, policy advocacy and stakeholder engagement across South Africa.

You will advise leadership, build relationships with government officials, prepare policy briefs, and represent the company at industry forums and consultations, shaping the organisation's public position.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree required in relevant field.
• Significant experience in public affairs or policy advocacy.
• Knowledge of governmental processes in SA.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for government relations and public affairs initiatives.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments impacting the company.
• Build and maintain relationships with government stakeholders, policymakers, and industry associations.
• Advise senior management on public affairs implications of business decisions and external trends.
• Prepare position papers, policy briefs, and communication materials for government engagement.
• Represent the company at relevant industry forums and government consultations.

Skills

Public affairs

Government relations

Policy advocacy

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Advanced degree in Political Science/Public Policy/Law/Economics

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a sophisticated and politically astute Public Affairs Advisor to join their senior communications team in Klerksdorp . This role is critical for navigating the complex landscape of government relations, policy, and stakeholder engagement. You will be responsible for advising leadership on public affairs matters, building relationships with government officials, and advocating for the company's interests. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced professional to influence public policy and shape the company's position within the North West region and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for government relations and public affairs initiatives.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments impacting the company.
• Build and maintain relationships with key government stakeholders, policymakers, and industry associations.
• Advise senior management on public affairs implications of business decisions and external trends.
• Prepare position papers, policy briefs, and communication materials for government engagement.
• Represent the company at relevant industry forums and government consultations.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Law, Economics, or a related field.
• Significant experience in public affairs, government relations, or policy advocacy.
• In-depth knowledge of governmental processes and regulatory frameworks in South Africa.
• Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and negotiation skills.
• Strong network of contacts within government and relevant industry bodies.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, adept at representing complex issues clearly in Klerksdorp .

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits including executive health coverage and retirement plan.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and international exposure.
• Strategic advisory role with high-level impact in Klerksdorp .
• Access to resources and support for policy research and advocacy.