We are hiring!
At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, and making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.
Were on the lookout for an experiencedInternal and Operational Communications Leadtodevelop a comprehensive internal communications service to deliver Sappis strategic messages and provide all staff with regular, meaningful and consistent information and also lead the creation and implementation of multiple forms of communication activities and programmes within the Sappi Southern Africa region.
As an Internal and Operational Communications Lead, you will be responsible for:
- Provide regular detailed analyses of engagement of internal stakeholder communications
- Proactively collaborate with other functional departments to resolve issues pertaining to internal and operational stakeholder relations in Communications
- Provide regular monthly briefing reports to internal management at country level, distilling internal company communications into clear, concise business messages
- Take an active role in assuming projects on an individual and team basis in support of specific departmental and corporate objectives
- Weekly reporting to GM Communications on the internal and operational strategy implementation
- Identify internal stakeholder engagement platforms and opportunities
- Establish measurement and evaluation criteria, monitoring and reporting to identify key issues, show impact and progress over time
- Relevant Bachelors degree in Communication/Journalism or in a relevant field
- At least eight (8) years experience in internal communications and operations
- Strong writing, editing and verbal communications skills
- High-energy, detail-oriented and results-driven communications strategist and practitioner
- Able to lead multiple, complex projects simultaneously
- Understanding and experience across communication channels
- Experience using an internal, social knowledge-sharing, content management or intranet communication platform
- Experience managing, guidingand motivating a team across different locations
- Ability to develop and implement strategic communication for the business
- Ability to engage and advise senior leadership regarding internal communication strategies
- Whats in it for you? (External only)
- Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence
- Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi
- Opportunities to travel (dependent on the role)
- Market-leading leave benefits
- Employee wellbeing benefits
