Corporate Affairs Coordinator
Objective of the job:
Mercedes-Benz SA is looking for an administrator to the Corporate Affairs Specialists within the Corporate Affairs department by providing support in respect of the areas of External Communication and External Affairs and Stakeholder Engagement. The function will be responsible for co-creating and implementing internal and external communication plans and External Affairs contact programmes with the view to positively position Mercedes-Benz South Africa amongst key stakeholders and the public. This is done in compliance to the Company’s Integrity Code & to inform superior about deviations.
Main Tasks:
Project Management Support:
- Support with organising and coordinating of internal promotional events, press conferences and presentations.
- Assist with project execution of selected Corporate Communication and External Affairs & Stakeholder Relations plans and calendar events.
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Draft reports that measure the effectiveness of Corporate Communication and External Affairs & Stakeholder strategies.
External Affairs and Stakeholder Engagement Support:
- Work alongside the responsible External Affairs and Stakeholder Relations Specialist to co-create key messages to position MBSA amongst key stakeholders.
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Work closely with External Affairs and Stakeholder Relations Specialist in efforts to improve MBSA’s image amongst key stakeholders.
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Identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement in stakeholder relations through media monitoring and regulations that are likely to affect the company’s operating environment.
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Administer and maintain stakeholder engagement lists and maps relationships with stakeholders.
External Communications Support:
- Proactively assist with positioning MBSA and its value to stakeholders through the application of communications collateral – speeches, advertorials, key message development, and media releases – with the intention of dominating the share of voice in all media channels.
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To use information from media monitoring and research to identify relevant media and trends, while ensuring that messages are targeted to the publication/station in support of the relevant Specialist Corporate Communication & Risk Management.
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Work closely with Specialist Corporate Communication & Risk Management to execute on department strategic communications plans and address customer or stakeholder complaints in alignment with the policies and procedures and ensuring customer / stakeholder buy-in.
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Assistance with proactively communicating MBSA as a responsible corporate citizen through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) investments and beneficiary projects.
Compliance:
Critical Knowledge
Coordination skills
Ability to write well
Knowledge and understanding of communication techniques and strategy integration
Strong interpersonal skills
Content management systems
Company policies and procedures
Knowledge of other business units
Knowledge of SAP
Skills
Verbal and Written communication
Problem solving skills
MS Office Computer Skills
Analytical
Conflict management
Conceptual Thinking
Financial & business acumen
Decisiveness
Time management
Numerical Reasoning
Financial & Business Acumen
Decisiveness
Planning & Coordination
Verbal communication skills
Attributes
Accuracy
Attention to detail
Corporate values
Initiative
Process orientation
Work independently
Perseverance/Tenacity
Emotional intelligence
Mercedes-Benz South Africa is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered, however the following will apply:
Foreign nationals must qualify for a work visa/permit as per the provisions of the Immigration Act 13, 2002.
Division’s Employment Equity Plan in terms of the Employment Equity Act, No 58, 1998.
Code of good practice on the employment of people with disabilities.
Only applications submitted online www.daimler.com/career will be considered. Applications sent by email WILL NOT be considered. Email address provided for query purposes only.
IMPORTANT: For an optimal selection process, please attach all relevant documents.
Closing date: 12 APRIL 2019.
Matric plus a 3 year Undergraduate Degree in Communications, Public Affairs or International Relations.
Diploma in Project Management will be advantageous.
Experience:
2-3 years’ experience in the Communications / Public Relations (automotive industry advantageous).
Project Management experience would be advantageous
Primary Location : South Africa-Gauteng-Centurion
Work Locations : MBSA-Wierda Road, Zwartkop 123 Wierda Road Zwartkop, P.O Box 10829 Centurion 46
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