Job Description: Manage and enact public relations strategy: Development and enacting of overall corporate public relations strategy, including development or coordination of various communication elements. Strategy to be developed based on A clear understanding of the corporate identity, goals and challenges A clear understanding of the companys products and services A clear understanding of media channels and their various requirements An understanding of corporate communication and internal communication requirements Manage corporate communications Creating and effectively disseminating all communication to media and related industries on behalf of the company. This includes the creation of press releases, dissemination thereof, monitoring and follow-ups with media Management of selected corporate-related communication with media and other stakeholders i.e. media releases, media responses and brand updates, corporate photography and videography Managing Corporate PR Media clipping analysis Publicity Reports for EXCO- monthly Drafting of media releases/statements Negotiating and finalising contract terms and outputs of agreements entered into with partners and suppliers Cross-functional and collaborative project management and task delegation Reputation Management (essential) Internal communications and events Oversight of internal communications strategies and events rollout Mentor and guide internal comms assistant manager Executive liaison Facilitate interviews Speechwriting Relationship building Support to Corporate Comms Senior Manager Interaction with media All media interaction, including media events, initiated social events and interaction on all industry levels. On-going relationship building with key media and partners Good media contacts and relationships Edit, manage publications Assisting in corporate publications, acting as liaison between various role players, offering editorial assistance and writing Cost management, people development Management of budget for internal and external communication projects, People management - development of people within team to unlock potential Job Requirements: NQF Level 6 (360 credits - 8 level framework) qualification in Marketing, Public Relations / Communications or Journalism related. Relevant motor industry experience will be advantageous Reputation / Crisis Management skills or qualification (essential) Writing and editing skills (essential) Understanding of the South Africa Media landscape Media relationship-building skills and extensive database (essential) Experience in project management and Communication both verbal and written is essential 5-7 years of work experience in Public Relations/Communications is essential PC Literacy (MS Office package)&Microsoft Teams familiarity #J-18808-Ljbffr