10 Communications Manager jobs in Durban
Communications Manager
Posted 14 days ago
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Durban based position with national company!
Be responsible for the highest calibre of messaging via the most efficient and effective communication channels
Ensure the corporate identity, brand values and brand language are enhanced in all media and publicity opportunities
Assist the Marketing Manager in compiling the communications strategy, then manage the PR and design elements to ensure that the implementation of the strategy is successful
Demonstrate excellent skills in analytical problem solving, critical thinking and decision making
Develop media plans, report on ROI, track KPAs in media & PR, conduct competitor analyses, evaluate the companys media mix of ATL/BTL & make recommendations
Work as part of a team or individually to deliver high quality standards consistently and accurately.
Essential pre-requisites:
Matric
Bachelors degree or equivalent in Communication, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field.
Proven experience in a communications role, preferably in a managerial capacity.
Experience with media relations, content creation, and crisis management.
In-depth knowledge of brand management, sound business communication and budget management skills.
Proficiency in MS Office.
Digital Brand & Communications Manager
Posted 13 days ago
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Overview
We are a Supply Chain and Sales & Merchandising partner adding value to your business through a fully integrated, temperature-controlled network in Southern Africa. We are people serving people, with skilled, curious, can-do teams at the forefront. Our assets become your assets, and our service your solutions. Vector’s vehicle fleet includes a food industry first in multi-temperature vehicles enabling service across frozen, chilled and ambient temperature zones on a single delivery.
Job PurposeTo lead the development and execution of the Vector Logistics brand, advertising and sponsorship opportunities that enhance Vector Logistics’ internal and external engagement. The role is responsible for managing brand enhancement through various channels. The incumbent will work closely with HR, Customer Team, and Leadership to drive brand management and employee engagement, ensuring alignment with company objectives and values while optimizing internal resources and cost efficiency.
Key Responsibilities- Digital Content Strategy & Management
- Develop and implement a comprehensive brand strategy aligned with company goals. Ensure consistency in messaging and brand identity across digital touchpoints.
- Drive the agreed positioning of the Vector Logistics brand to the market, focusing on our value proposition and ESG strategy.
- Support the brand to achieve its strategy and goals, understanding our customers and service offering.
- Present and deliver the agreed strategic marketing vision and direction to key business units and stakeholders in the business.
- Internal Communications
- Work closely with Employee Engagement & Comms Manager to develop engaging employee communication initiatives.
- Support the creation of digital newsletters, email campaigns, and other internal content with limited external design assistance.
- Enhance internal communication effectiveness through digital tools and platforms managed internally.
- External Communications & Brand Visibility
- Develop and execute digital campaigns to enhance employer branding and corporate reputation.
- Manage content for the company website, ensuring it is up to date.
- Work with Customer Team to craft and distribute external-facing content, including press releases and social media updates, with little to no external agency reliance.
- Monitor digital brand perception and ensure consistency in external communication using in-house resources.
- Social media and Digital Analytics and Reporting
- Develop collateral for our social media channels.
- Track and analyze social media metrics.
- Internal
- Employee Engagement & Communications Manager.
- HR Leadership and Business Partners.
- Senior Leadership Team.
- Employees across all levels.
- External
- Media partners and PR agencies (only when necessary).
- Digital marketing and content agencies (used sparingly for highly specialized work).
- Social media and technology partners.
- Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required for the Job
- At least 10 years of experience in a brand and digital communications environment.
- Experience managing digital platforms, social media, and internal communication tools.
- Familiarity with the supply chain and logistics industry is advantageous.
- Experience in employer branding and employee engagement initiatives is advantageous.
- Skills and Competencies
- Attention to detail
- Creativity and innovation to drive in-house content creation
- Strategic thinking
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
- Digital literacy and adaptability
- Project management and time management skills
- Strong brand development and management
- Drive the execution of the brand/marketing communications plan
- Manage end to end process of brand development – L&A
- Ensure that the overarching communication objectives and big ideas are understood to deliver an integrated plan across all channels and touch points.
- Drive the execution process and ensure approval process from a brand perspective is adhered to.
- Knowledge of SEO, digital analytics, and online engagement strategies.
- Proficiency in graphic design and multimedia content creation is highly advantageous.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across teams.
- Excellent project management and organizational skills
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#J-18808-LjbffrCOMMUNICATIONS MANAGER – DURBAN – KWAZULU-NATAL
Posted 3 days ago
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Responsibilities
- Are responsible for the highest caliber of messaging via the most efficient and effective communication channels
- Ensure the corporate identity, brand values and brand language are enhanced in all media and publicity opportunities
- Assist the Marketing Manager in compiling the communications strategy, then managing the PR and design elements to ensure that the implementation of the strategy is successful
- Demonstrate excellent skills in analytical problem solving, critical thinking and decision making
- Develop media plans, report on ROI, track KPA’s in media & PR, conduct competitor analyses, evaluate the company’s media mix of ATL/BTL & make recommendations
- Work as part of a team or individually to deliver high quality standards consistently and accurately.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Communication
- Public Relations
- Marketing, or related field.
- Proven experience in a communications role
- Preferably in a managerial capacity.
- Experience with media relations
- Content creation, and crisis management.
- In-depth knowledge of brand management
- Sound business communication and budget management skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office.
Project Manager Communications Remote
Posted 4 days ago
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To manage, coordinate, and ensure timely and effective execution of projects within Empanda. The role entails working collaboratively across change, communications, and learning projects to ensure delivery to time, cost, and quality, whilst enabling and supporting consultants.
The purpose of this job is to lead project planning, scheduling, monitoring, and reporting activities for all assigned projects. The role will guarantee alignment with the organization's strategic objectives and will oversee communication with all project stakeholders, promoting effective collaboration and successful project delivery.
Duties & ResponsibilitiesTo be the key catalyst in a project, promoting the project's vision and benefits, ensuring alignment between Empanda HQ, the Client, and the Project Team. To inspire and guide project stakeholders, ensuring that everyone works together to deliver on time, within budget, and with high quality, including:
- To co-ordinate project mobilisation and resource onboarding.
- To baseline the resource planning and project toolkits for the project.
- To ensure that teams are trained and introduced to stakeholders.
- Health check and Quality Assurance
- To run the health check drumbeat to assure project quality.
- To identify gaps in delivery and support needs and resolve them.
- To manage the escalation and management of risks and issues.
- Project Governance and Reporting
- To oversee project governance and status meetings.
- To develop and share understanding of KPIs indicating project success.
- To facilitate decision making and action steps that drive the project forward.
- Stakeholder Engagement
- To oversee project stakeholder engagement and report on quality.
- To ensure engagement with client sponsors and solution providers.
- To assure quality listening and engagement on projects.
- Delivery, Resource Management, Budget, and Time Tracking
- To consolidate project time and budgets, reporting on variances.
- To ensure that forecasts are updated, and commercials negotiated on time.
- To maintain the project and client roles and responsibilities.
- Project Delivery Oversight
- To track the delivery of the statement of work and on time delivery.
- To ensure project resources have a clear vision, objective, and approach.
- To ensure an early, ordered, scoping of project creative services requirements.
- Benefit Realisation and Scope
- To ensure that projects have a clear understanding of benefits and scope.
- To ensure that there is benefit realisation coaching on the approach.
- To identify scope gaps and opportunities for additional services.
- Project Close Out and Continuous Learning
- To manage the close out of projects and packaging of deliverables.
- To oversee lessons learned processes including NPS feedback sessions.
- To plan offboarding and best use of resources rolling off projects.
- Coach for Empanda Project Ways of Working
- Understand and apply the Empanda project management approach.
- Promote process excellence and observe quality standards.
- Adhere to reporting and governance requirements.
You need to be:
- An experienced project manager familiar with agile and waterfall methodologies.
- Familiar with change, communications, and learning projects and deliverables.
- Analytical, detail-oriented, and organised, with strong planning abilities.
- Good at problem-solving, enabling decisions and managing risks and issues.
- Good at motivating for performance, with strong interpersonal skills.
- Experienced managing budgets, plans, status reports, and trackers.
- Adept at learning quickly and coaching, including onboarding and guidance.
Critical Skills:
- Project planning and management skills and certification.
- Able to work efficiently and objectively under pressure.
- Excellent excel and ability with planning tools such as Smartsheet or MS Project.
- Excellent visual, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Consulting
Project Manager Communications Remote
Posted 4 days ago
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To manage, coordinate, and ensure timely and effective execution of projects within Empanda. The role entails working collaboratively across change, communications, and learning projects to ensure delivery to time, cost, and quality, whilst enabling and supporting consultants.
The purpose of this job is to lead project planning, scheduling, monitoring, and reporting activities for all assigned projects. The role will guarantee alignment with the organization's strategic objectives and will oversee communication with all project stakeholders, promoting effective collaboration and successful project delivery.
Duties & ResponsibilitiesTo be the key catalyst in a project, promoting the project's vision and benefits, ensuring alignment between Empanda HQ, the Client, and the Project Team. To inspire and guide project stakeholders, ensuring that everyone works together to deliver on time, within budget, and with high quality, including:
- To co-ordinate project mobilisation and resource onboarding.
- To baseline the resource planning and project toolkits for the project.
- To ensure that teams are trained and introduced to stakeholders.
- Health check and Quality Assurance
- To run the health check drumbeat to assure project quality.
- To identify gaps in delivery and support needs and resolve them.
- To manage the escalation and management of risks and issues.
- Project Governance and Reporting
- To oversee project governance and status meetings.
- To develop and share understanding of KPIs indicating project success.
- To facilitate decision making and action steps that drive the project forward.
- Stakeholder Engagement
- To oversee project stakeholder engagement and report on quality.
- To ensure engagement with client sponsors and solution providers.
- To assure quality listening and engagement on projects.
- Delivery, Resource Management, Budget, and Time Tracking
- To consolidate project time and budgets, reporting on variances.
- To ensure that forecasts are updated, and commercials negotiated on time.
- To maintain the project and client roles and responsibilities.
- Project Delivery Oversight
- To track the delivery of the statement of work and on time delivery.
- To ensure project resources have a clear vision, objective, and approach.
- To ensure an early, ordered, scoping of project creative services requirements.
- Benefit Realisation and Scope
- To ensure that projects have a clear understanding of benefits and scope.
- To ensure that there is benefit realisation coaching on the approach.
- To identify scope gaps and opportunities for additional services.
- Project Close Out and Continuous Learning
- To manage the close out of projects and packaging of deliverables.
- To oversee lessons learned processes including NPS feedback sessions.
- To plan offboarding and best use of resources rolling off projects.
- Coach for Empanda Project Ways of Working
- Understand and apply the Empanda project management approach.
- Promote process excellence and observe quality standards.
- Adhere to reporting and governance requirements.
You need to be:
- An experienced project manager familiar with agile and waterfall methodologies.
- Familiar with change, communications, and learning projects and deliverables.
- Analytical, detail-oriented, and organised, with strong planning abilities.
- Good at problem-solving, enabling decisions and managing risks and issues.
- Good at motivating for performance, with strong interpersonal skills.
- Experienced managing budgets, plans, status reports, and trackers.
- Adept at learning quickly and coaching, including onboarding and guidance.
Critical Skills:
- Project planning and management skills and certification.
- Able to work efficiently and objectively under pressure.
- Excellent excel and ability with planning tools such as Smartsheet or MS Project.
- Excellent visual, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Consulting
Project Manager Communications Remote
Posted 4 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
To manage, coordinate, and ensure timely and effective execution of projects within Empanda. The role entails working collaboratively across change, communications, and learning projects to ensure delivery to time, cost, and quality, whilst enabling and supporting consultants.
The purpose of this job is to lead project planning, scheduling, monitoring, and reporting activities for all assigned projects. The role will guarantee alignment with the organization's strategic objectives and will oversee communication with all project stakeholders, promoting effective collaboration and successful project delivery.
Duties & ResponsibilitiesTo be the key catalyst in a project, promoting the project's vision and benefits, ensuring alignment between Empanda HQ, the Client, and the Project Team. To inspire and guide project stakeholders, ensuring that everyone works together to deliver on time, within budget, and with high quality, including:
- To co-ordinate project mobilisation and resource onboarding.
- To baseline the resource planning and project toolkits for the project.
- To ensure that teams are trained and introduced to stakeholders.
- Health check and Quality Assurance
- To run the health check drumbeat to assure project quality.
- To identify gaps in delivery and support needs and resolve them.
- To manage the escalation and management of risks and issues.
- Project Governance and Reporting
- To oversee project governance and status meetings.
- To develop and share understanding of KPIs indicating project success.
- To facilitate decision making and action steps that drive the project forward.
- Stakeholder Engagement
- To oversee project stakeholder engagement and report on quality.
- To ensure engagement with client sponsors and solution providers.
- To assure quality listening and engagement on projects.
- Delivery, Resource Management, Budget, and Time Tracking
- To consolidate project time and budgets, reporting on variances.
- To ensure that forecasts are updated, and commercials negotiated on time.
- To maintain the project and client roles and responsibilities.
- Project Delivery Oversight
- To track the delivery of the statement of work and on time delivery.
- To ensure project resources have a clear vision, objective, and approach.
- To ensure an early, ordered, scoping of project creative services requirements.
- Benefit Realisation and Scope
- To ensure that projects have a clear understanding of benefits and scope.
- To ensure that there is benefit realisation coaching on the approach.
- To identify scope gaps and opportunities for additional services.
- Project Close Out and Continuous Learning
- To manage the close out of projects and packaging of deliverables.
- To oversee lessons learned processes including NPS feedback sessions.
- To plan offboarding and best use of resources rolling off projects.
- Coach for Empanda Project Ways of Working
- Understand and apply the Empanda project management approach.
- Promote process excellence and observe quality standards.
- Adhere to reporting and governance requirements.
You need to be:
- An experienced project manager familiar with agile and waterfall methodologies.
- Familiar with change, communications, and learning projects and deliverables.
- Analytical, detail-oriented, and organised, with strong planning abilities.
- Good at problem-solving, enabling decisions and managing risks and issues.
- Good at motivating for performance, with strong interpersonal skills.
- Experienced managing budgets, plans, status reports, and trackers.
- Adept at learning quickly and coaching, including onboarding and guidance.
Critical Skills:
- Project planning and management skills and certification.
- Able to work efficiently and objectively under pressure.
- Excellent excel and ability with planning tools such as Smartsheet or MS Project.
- Excellent visual, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Consulting
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School Manager - Marketing and Communications
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Listing reference: manco_
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 14 November 2024
Position summaryJob category: Others: Education and Training
Location: Durban
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
EE position: Yes
IntroductionManagement College of Southern Africa (MANCOSA), a DHET registered and CHE accredited private higher education distance education provider, offering undergraduate and postgraduate business qualifications, has the following vacancy available: School Manager - Marketing and Communications.
CORE PURPOSE
The purpose of the School Manager is to provide strong academic and commercial leadership for the respective schools (existing and planned). The School Manager will contribute towards MANCOSA achieving its strategic objectives, namely: Academic excellence, Student success, Employability, Growth and Enterprise Digital Transformation, for the purpose of building a sustainable enterprise and ensuring that MANCOSA’s academic project is fit-for-purpose and serves the needs of industry and MANCOSA’s student profile.
CORE FUNCTIONS INCLUDE :
Academic, Research & Community Engagement
- Develop and approve appropriate rules, regulations, guidelines and codes related to the school.
- Chair and participate in relevant committee structures, as pertains school affairs.
- Curriculum Development: Collaborate with faculty and subject matter experts to develop and refine the curriculum for the formal and short learning programs (FLPs/SLPs). Ensure that the curriculum aligns with industry needs, covers relevant topics, and incorporates the latest advancements in information and digital technology.
- Program Assessment and Improvement: Monitor and assess the effectiveness of the academic programs by analyzing student feedback, conducting evaluations, reviewing student outcomes and best practice benchmarking. Use this data to identify areas of improvement and adjust to enhance the learning experience and program outcomes.
- Learning Resources and Materials: Collaborate with faculty and instructional designers to ensure the availability of appropriate learning resources and materials for academic programmes.
- Student Support and Success: Implement strategies and initiatives to support student success and engagement.
- Quality Assurance and Accreditation: Ensure compliance with quality assurance processes and accreditation standards.
- Continuous Improvement and Innovation: Stay abreast of emerging trends, research, and best practices in information and digital technology education.
- Develop an appropriate plan to integrate TnL, Research and Community engagement in relation to school’s strategy.
Strategic planning, risk management, resourcing and New Product Development
- Align school strategic planning process with institutional strategic planning process.
- Develop a 5 year strategic plan for the school, including annual budgets and resources.
- Develop appropriate key performance areas and indicators for the school, including a risk mitigation plan.
- Manage new SLP development in line with school strategy.
School Awareness, Growth and Market Penetration
- Develop articles/blogs/posts and other written communications for publication on appropriate platforms to promote school awareness.
- Plan and host events with appropriate stakeholders, to improve school awareness in market.
- Develop niche/s for school, in line with school strategy, data trends and demand.
- Bi-weekly Newsletter to promote SLPs.
- Develop and implement marketing strategies and campaigns to promote the school's programs and offerings.
Relationship Management, Business Development & Partnerships
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities, both domestically and internationally, to expand the school's reach and student base.
- Pursue strategically appropriate partnerships to enhance school reputation.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with industry partners, academic institutions, and other key stakeholders.
Office Management and Reporting
- Ensure that direct reports are appropriately managed.
- Performance management of academic programme leaders and coordinators.
- Develop and implement initiatives aimed at demonstrating high levels of staff motivation.
- Oversee the submission of reports.
Qualifications
Experiences
- 2 - 5 years Academic Management.
Skills
- Educational Expertise.
- Communication Skills.
- Organizational Skills.
- Problem Solving.
- Leadership Qualities.
General
- Willingness to work weekends and/or overtime when required.
School manager - marketing and communications
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