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SUMMARY:Our client, a leading Financial Institution is looking for a Senior Manager: Stakeholder Relations to manage the relationships with key Government departments and stakeholders.POSITION INFO:
Purpose of roleReporting to the Head: Communications and Stakeholder Relations, the role aims to manage the relationship with key Government departments and stakeholders. This will involve providing intelligence, knowledge of stakeholders, flag risks of negative reputation and identifying opportunities for fostering positive relationships in support of company objectives. Summary

• The role defines and facilitates the implementation of Stakeholder Relations strategy across the Group to manage the optimal positioning of the company with key stakeholders and to unlock shared value with stakeholders.
• Proactively collaborate across the various divisions - Marketing and Corporate Affairs, Office of the

, Compliance, Group Policy and Regulatory Affairs, Sustainability and Capital Markets Divisions - to deliver integrated outputs to the benefit of the Group. Stakeholder Relations

• Proactively develop and manage effective relationships with primary stakeholders - government, associations and stakeholders within the financial services field - to support the good standing of the Group and to deliver the desired impact on these groups.
• Identify and map the needs and expectations of the external stakeholders to deliver suitable engagement approaches that unlock shared value for company and its stakeholders.
• Able to craft an approach to stakeholder relations that will drive the companys stated socio-economic goals of financial inclusion, supporting the national agenda and the building of a stronger economy in South Africa.
• Delivers Tier One Engagements and Strategic Projects as per the stakeholder strategy.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of stakeholder engagement and relationships to identify and manage any stakeholder risks.
• Understand and support the building of a prominent and highly valued corporate brand and reputation in all endeavours in collaboration with the Marketing and Corporate Affairs team.
• Provide input on all political matters to guide the appropriate handling of political matters.
• Manage relationships with government bodies regulators, advisors, and stakeholders, supporting the Director: Marketing and Corporate Affairs and Office of the CEO.
• Collaborating with Group Communications for the implementation of the Group-wide communication plan and associated policies and messages for identified stakeholders.
• Guide and manage lobbying activities with external stakeholders for the Group.

People Management

• Management of a junior consultant in the delivery of tactical plans 1 direct report
• Optimise and drive operational processes, tools and systems.
• Manage people and culture per people practices and policies to create an enabling environment that supports high-performing and empowered teams.
• Define and drive clear accountability and engagement models and processes within the team and with touchpoints across the Group.

Budgets and Expense Management

• Manage the operating expense budget to agreed standards

Role RequirementsDegree in Political Science/ Social Science/ Communication or relevant degreeMinimum 6 to 8 years relevant experience in stakeholder relations at national level, with an established government networkEffective communication skills to manage senior stakeholders' meetings and relationshipsPrior financial services experience is an advantageKnowledge of national policies and regulations Should you not receive a response from us within one week of your application, your application has unfortunately not been successful.You can visit our website for more vacancies: /

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