Comms and Events Coordinator at Hollard Insurance

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The Comms and Events Coordinator is responsible for managing our internal communications. This role will draft and distribute communication to internal stakeholders and the COE team. As a Comms and Events Coordinator, you will work closely in collaboration with the Communications Specialist and the Organisational Development Lead to effectively deliver the divisions communications strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop effective internal communication strategies
• Manage internal BAU communications (memos, newsletters, intranet, work calendar, etc.)
• Draft content for all COE initiatives and events
• Assist in organizing COE initiatives and events
• Branding events: Plan, manage and drive branding events working closely with the Creative Lead
• Assist with drafting communication from senior leadership and HR
• Support the continuous improvement of core internal communication channels
• Manage content on all electronic communication channels
• Manage and update intranet page content and layout, resulting in a user-friendly design and ease of navigation 
• Coordinate the flow of information from within the COE Team
• Assist with providing guidance and assistance to the divisional head when required
• Design graphics (both static and motive) using Canva for various communications
• Administration: To be always kept up to date (COE Initiative & event report, event photos, etc.)
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures
• Ad hoc projects: Manage ad hoc projects
• Innovation: Participate with management in initiatives around branding

Required Knowledge and Experience    

• 1 or 2 years experience in a fast-paced environment
• Copywriting
• Content development
• Canva or similar experience
• Event coordination/planning
• Strategic brand management
• Internal communications – intranet management (SharePoint knowledge), blogging, newsletter and employee briefs
• External communication – PR, media, social media, design and video editing skills are advantageous

Educational Requirements:

• Matric,
• Bachelor’s degree in Communication/Marketing or related (i.e., PR/ Journalism)