Public Affairs Advisor

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Executive benefits

Growth opportunities

Senior leadership exposure

Community impact

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley, in the Northern Cape, seeks an experienced Public Affairs Advisor to lead government relations, regulatory engagement, and stakeholder advocacy in South Africa. You will shape policy posture, monitor developments, and align corporate strategy with public expectations.

The role requires building trusted relationships with government officials, community leaders, and senior management, translating complex policy into clear communications and actionable plans that support

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Law, Communications, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in public affairs, government relations, or corporate communications.
• Deep understanding of the South African political landscape and regulatory environment.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to synthesize complex information.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement public affairs strategies to support business objectives and manage reputational risks.
• Monitor government policies, legislative changes, and public opinion relevant to the company's operations.
• Engage with government officials, policymakers, and community leaders to build relationships and represent the company's interests.
• Prepare policy briefs, position papers, and advocacy materials.
• Advise senior management on public affairs matters and potential impacts on the business.
• Coordinate corporate social responsibility initiatives and community engagement programs in Kimberley.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Policy analysis

Strategic communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Law, or Communications

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Public Affairs Advisor to join their team in Kimberley . This critical role involves developing and executing strategies to manage the company's relationship with government entities, regulatory bodies, and community stakeholders. You will be responsible for monitoring policy developments, advocating for the company's interests, and building strong, positive relationships within the Northern Cape region. This is a unique opportunity for a strategic communicator and policy advocate to influence public perception and ensure alignment with corporate goals in a key South African location.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement public affairs strategies to support business objectives and manage reputational risks.


• Monitor government policies, legislative changes, and public opinion relevant to the company's operations.


• Engage with government officials, policymakers, and community leaders to build relationships and represent the company's interests.


• Prepare policy briefs, position papers, and advocacy materials.


• Advise senior management on public affairs matters and potential impacts on the business.


• Coordinate corporate social responsibility initiatives and community engagement programs in Kimberley .

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Law, Communications, or a related field.


• 5+ years of experience in public affairs, government relations, or corporate communications.


• Deep understanding of the South African political landscape and regulatory environment.


• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.


• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.


• Strong analytical skills and the ability to synthesize complex information.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive benefits package.


• Opportunity to work on impactful public policy and corporate strategy.


• Professional growth and development opportunities.


• Direct engagement with senior leadership and external influencers.


• Be part of a company making a significant impact in Kimberley and beyond.