• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, CSI, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
• 2 years of relevant working experience in internal communications, corporate communications, or a related field.
• Experience in content creation and managing communication channels.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiar with communication platforms and tools.
• Experience in event management, including planning and executing corporate events.
• Experience with social media management and digital marketing.
• Experience managing Corporate Social Investment (CSI) activities and community development initiatives.

Other attributes:

• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• A team player with a collaborative approach.
• Strong sense of discretion and confidentiality.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

Role and responsibilities:
Communication – Internal and External

• Develop and implement internal communication strategies to ensure all employees are informed and engaged and aligns with the company’s goals and values.
• Work closely with senior management and HOD’s to identify communication needs and objectives with the aim to develop content that support employee engagement, training and company initiatives.
• Coordinate and manage internal events and engagements.
• Develop and execute external communication strategies to enhance the company’s public image and brand reputation.
• Create content for internal newsletters, emails, intranet, and other communication platforms.
• Manage media relations, including drafting press releases, handling media enquiries, and coordinating interviews.
• Oversee the creation and distribution of marketing materials, including brochures, newsletters, and social media content relating to the brand.
• Promote  sustainability efforts and achievements through various communication channels.
• Oversee the communication aspects of the company’s annual report, ensuring it accurately reflects the company’s achievements and goals.
• Stakeholder engagement
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including farmers, businesses and the local community. 
• Develop and manage communication plans for stakeholder engagement initiatives.

Messaging and content creation

• Produce high-quality, original written content for various platforms, including website, social media, press releases, speeches and talking notes, and marketing materials.
• Ensure all content, including social media, aligns with the company’s brand voice and messaging.

Brand communication and events

• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and execute brand  communication campaigns.
• Manage communications for all donations and sponsorships. 
• Manage all aspects of event planning, including budgeting, logistics, and vendor for stakeholder (Board) engagements, Internal events, and other corporate events.

Corporate Social Investment (CSI) activities

• Oversee the company’s CSI activities, including the Canola Development Trust and learning and development initiatives to uplift the local community.
• Develop and manage communication plans for CSI initiatives the Company is involved in various social projects. These projects vary from financial and product donations to assisting schools within our canola producing districts.

Crisis Communication

• Develop and implement crisis communication plans to manage and mitigate potential reputational risks.

Health and Safety 

• Participate in safety forums created by the Company for example safety meetings and safety talks.
• Follow-up on any activities assigned through safety meetings / committees / representatives / management.
• Report all safety incidents to the relevant people.
• Attend safety education and refresher programs
• Comply with safety policies and procedures
• Distribute safety information as and when required.
• Wear protective clothing (where applicable) at all times.

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