Communications Practitioner at Sappi

Sappi Saiccor Mill requires a Communications Practitioner to implement the internal communications plan for the business unit providing tactical support to relevant stakeholders in relation to External Communication, Community Relations, Social Impact and Government Relations, aligned to the communication mission of Sappi SA’s strategy and executing to relevant Sappi policies, guidelines and processes as well as best practice.

This role reports to the Internal and Operations Communications Manager.

The main responsibilities of this job are:

• Develop and implement operational communication to support business strategies for key stakeholders.
• Provide operational and administrative support for the execution of relevant projects and plans.
• Provide insights and support to the Communication Manager Operations in compiling departmental internal communication budget for the business unit.
• Write content for various communication tools including newsletters, flyers, posters and video scripting and storyboarding.
• Oversee the production processes including photography, proof reading, field testing and graphic design.
• Oversee the application of Sappi's Corporate Identity to ensure a professional cohesive image of Sappi to enhance the corporate image. 
• Undertake brand audits and oversee replacement of branding such as, Sappi banners and other corporate material e.g. new strategy branding.
• Co-ordinate and execute critical events including Long Service Events, Retirement Events and GM Review Meetings.
• Support key departments in arranging key events such as Global Safety Week and Women’s Day.
• Assist GM’s office in planning and coordinating key customer and senior government visits.
• Measure and evaluate the effectiveness of internal communication tools, channels and key messages for impact and effectiveness, including Newsletter readership and projects.
• Generate weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual communication reports.
• Participate in departmental planning and review meetings.
• Undertake formal and informal communications research as required by strategy and compile reports. 

The ideal candidate should have:

• Relevant public relations/communications qualification.
• At least three years’ relevant experience.
• Code 08 driver’s license with three years of driving experience and own transport