Corporate Affairs Officer at Anglo American

Job Description

As Corporate Affairs Officer you will provide services as required and your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Apply fundamental safety principles daily, actively identifying and reporting unsafe conditions or behaviours.
• Participate in safety initiatives such as Visible Felt Leadership programs, completing all required safety interventions and coaching.
• Assist in maintaining and updating internal reporting systems to ensure timely, accurate, and comprehensive communication of corporate information.
• Prepare reports, summaries, and dashboards that provide management with relevant insights, supporting transparency and informed decision-making.
• Maintain organised and accessible records of corporate communications, policies, and reports, ensuring consistency and compliance with internal standards.
• Support the development, review, and distribution of corporate policies, guidelines, and updates to staff and stakeholders to ensure clarity and consistent understanding.
• Organise and facilitate communication activities such as meetings, workshops, and campaigns to promote awareness of governance standards, policies, and compliance.
• Contribute to creating and distributing communication materials, including newsletters, notices, and digital content, to foster transparency and stakeholder engagement.
• Work closely with executive leadership and departmental managers to effectively communicate strategic initiatives and organisational changes.
• Assist in monitoring compliance with governance standards across departments, identifying gaps, and supporting continuous improvement.
• Support reviews and improvements of communication channels and processes within Corporate Affairs to ensure efficient information flow.
• Provide administrative support such as scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and coordinating logistics to facilitate smooth operations.
• Support platforms that foster stakeholder collaboration and integration, aligning with the Social Way process.
• Promote environmental awareness by assisting with scanning socio-economic, political, and business data sources and disseminating insights to internal teams.

This role is in the Corporate Affairs (CA) at a Band 7 level reporting to the Specialist Corporate Affairs.

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Diploma: Communications and Public Relations or equivalent on NQF5
• SA Drivers Licence Code B (Light Vehicle)

Experience

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in the corporate affairs/public relations/stakeholder engagements industry.
• Understand corporate affairs-related policies, procedures, and governance standards to ensure accurate support and compliance.
• Familiarity with internal communication channels, tools, and platforms used within the organisation.
• Knowledge of reporting and record-keeping practices to ensure data accuracy and organisational transparency.
• Awareness of organisational structures, roles, and responsibilities to facilitate effective collaboration.
• Basic understanding of corporate strategy and key initiatives to align communication efforts accordingly.