Description : Communications Officer. Company : Transnet. Location : Durban, KwaZulu-Natal

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Operating Division : TPT Pier 1 CT

Position Title : Communications Officer

Employee Group : Permanent

Department : Corp Affairs

Location : Durban

Reporting To : Terminal Manager: Pier 1

Grade Level : F

Reference Number : 203042

Position Purpose:

To Provide a dynamic communications support in TPT Pier 1 and focus on projecting a positive and Professional image of

the department to the mutual benefit of all stakeholders.

Position outputs:

1.Ensure internal Communication of Transnet & TPT growth strategy through optimum utilization of platforms e.g.

• Internal exhibitions
• Internal newsletters
• General Manager & Terminal Manager Roadshows etc.
• Ops brief
• Plasma Screens

2.Implement a distinct brand in the terminal environment by ensuring compliance to Cl guidelines and successful

implementation of Transnet culture and values, living the charter campaign & embedded process

3.Develop and implement a communication plan that supports the terminal's business initiatives, namely:

• Improved efficiencies
• Improved productivity
• Cost management
• Safety
• Customer relations & communication
• Environment compliance

4.Drive recognition and reward program in the terminal through successful implementation of Recognition and Reward

Scheme.

5.Assist in building and managing the terminal reputation through generating positive publicity and Corporate Social

Investment.

6.Assist in implementing external stakeholder engagement program through delivery on TPT stakeholder Relationship

Management.

7.Facilitate internal stakeholder engagement programs through maximum utilization of engagement platforms, e.g.:

• Women’s day & forum
• Secretary's day
• Family fun day
• Internal Safety League
• Long service awards & year-end function

8.Manage internal communications budget

9.Provide efficient management of TPT PE Organizational communication tools (Publication, LCD Screens & branding)

Qualifications & Experience:

Qualifications, Experience & Inherent Job Requirements

• 3 Year Diploma in Communications/Public Relations)
• Computer literacy (MS Package)
• Valid Code EC drivers’ licence

Minimum Years Relevant Experience:

• 2 to 3 years

ROC Requirements:

Job Evaluation criteria:

• Minimum of 5 Years’ Experience with Applicable Bachelor’s Degree/National Higher Diploma

Years of Experience with a formal qualification:

• Min 4 years’ relevant experience in a large enterprise, preferably with 1 yr supervisory or specialist experience

Typical Qualifications:

• Relevant B-degree or B. Tech National/Advanced Diploma (NQF 6/7)
• Transnet leadership Development Programme (advantage)

Number of years with certificates or no formal qualification:

• 8 Years relevant and solid experience in taking accountability for the operation of own work area or as member of a team,

concerning the quality, standards and outputs related to defined work procedures with at least 2 yrs at supervisory level or
specialist experience

Competencies:

Knowledge

• Business Understanding
• Understanding of business environment
• PMF
• Communication Principles

Skills Required:

• Interpersonal skills
• Writing skills
• Presentation skills
• Analytical skills