Public Affairs Officer

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full-time on-site in Polokwane

Medical benefits and retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Participation in policy forums

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a dedicated Public Affairs Officer to lead the company's engagement with government bodies, regulators, and community stakeholders. You will develop strategies, monitor policy developments, and represent the organization in meetings.

The role requires a solid background in political science or public administration, at least five years in public affairs, and excellent negotiation and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Law, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in public affairs, government relations, or corporate affairs.
• Strong understanding of governmental processes and regulatory environments.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Experience in policy analysis and advocacy is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for engaging with government officials and policymakers.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments impacting the organization.
• Prepare briefing materials, policy statements, and advocacy documents.
• Represent the organization in meetings with government agencies and community groups.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders in the public sector.
• Advise senior management on public affairs issues and potential risks.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Policy analysis

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Law, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Public Affairs Officer to join their team in Polokwane . This role is instrumental in managing the organization's relationship with government bodies, regulatory agencies, and community stakeholders. You will be responsible for developing strategies that foster positive engagement, advocate for the company's interests, and ensure compliance with relevant policies. This is a key position for a professional skilled in government relations and stakeholder management.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for engaging with government officials and policymakers.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments impacting the organization.
• Prepare briefing materials, policy statements, and advocacy documents.
• Represent the organization in meetings with government agencies and community groups.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders in the public sector.
• Advise senior management on public affairs issues and potential risks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Law, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in public affairs, government relations, or corporate affairs.
• Strong understanding of governmental processes and regulatory environments.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in policy analysis and advocacy is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Full-time position with an on-site presence in our Polokwane office.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and participation in policy forums.
• A significant role in shaping the company's public engagement strategy.