Job Description

Company DescriptionAt De Beers Group our purpose is to Make Life Brilliant.We believe that a sustainable business is purposeful, competitive, resilient, and agile - it's a business that thrives through both economic and social cycles. By understanding the context and listening to stakeholders we stay ahead of evolving trends and provide the solutions to societal expectations. By solving the physical challenges of mining through relentless innovation, and constantly searching for more responsible ways to do business, we are changing the way our employees and stakeholders experience our business - creating enduring value for all stakeholders. Sustainability is at the heart of our decision-making - it is how we do business.Following the launch of the Origins strategy, De Beers Group has streamlined its business globally to ensure that it delivers its strategy effectively to achieve long-term growth. The global communications team plays a critical role in implementing the Origins strategy and creating a safe, purpose-led and high-performance culture. The role of Communications Executive, Venetia Mine will be central in collaborating with the Mine leadership team, employees, contractors and various external stakeholders to implement and oversee communication plans in support of the Group Strategy.The role will primarily focus on the following key priorities:Key Tasks

• Develop and implement an integrated communication plan for Venetia Mine that supports the company's purpose and strategy
• Lead the internal communications element of strategic business improvement initiatives and change management projects
• Support Venetia Leadership Team in executing their communications responsibilities and delivering specific departmental objectives including annual media training
• Drive employee engagement through coordinating quarterly engagement sessions across various workforce levels
• Ensure consistent messaging and branding across all communication channels
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify issues impacting operations and develop communication interventions as required
• Coordinate crisis communications in line with the Group's broader crisis management plan
• Lead conceptualising and develop briefing documents for photography/video shoots
• Oversee overall management of internal and external events, campaigns and public relations
• Conduct communication and perception surveys to gauge effectiveness of communication interventions
• Overall responsibility of the mine's communications and media budget and monitors spend
• Manage service provides in line with the mine's local procurement strategy
• Build and nurture relationships with local media as well as proactively responding to media inquiries and requests for interviews
• Managing media site visits and ensuring smooth coordination with journalists and site teams.

QualificationsQualifications

• A degree in Journalism, Public Relations, Communications or any other relevant field required.
• 8+ years' experience in implementing communication plans, channels and campaigns at a corporate and operational level.
• Experience in building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Relevant experience in building and maintaining the organisation's reputation and brand with internal and external stakeholders, interested parties and the public.
• Demonstrable and proven track record of developing, packaging and delivering successful internal and employee engagement campaigns.
• Understanding of the South African mining industry, including social issues.

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to engage at all levels in the company with ease.
• Ability to negotiate with third parties and manage contracts.
• Culturally aware.
• Ability to deal with confidential/sensitive information appropriately.
• Team player able to work under pressure and prioritise and respond on a wide range of issues.
• Self-motivated and highly organised with ability to multi-task.
• Excellent writing skills.

Additional InformationWho We Are: De Beers GroupEstablished in 1888, De Beers Group is the world's leading diamond company with unrivalled expertise in the exploration, mining, sorting, valuing, selling and marketing of diamonds. Together with our joint venture partners, we operate in more than 20 countries across six continents.We want our diamonds, and our business, to make life brilliant - for our people, our customers and the world around us.We build partnerships and connect with our people and their communities to make a positive contribution to the wider world. We're constantly developing new ways to make an impact and build a beneficial legacy. We call it 'Building Forever' - it's fundamental to our pioneering spirit and the purposeful way we do business.SafetySafety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health and well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.Inclusion & DiversityWe are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential.Background ChecksSuccessful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.Location: Musina, Venetia MineClosing date: 7 November 2024

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