Graduate External Affairs (FTC) - South32, Richards Bay at South32

POSITION SYNOPSIS:

• Provide support to the External Affairs Department at Hillside Aluminium. The role will support the Communication and Community function leads.  The role administrates all strategic requirements to support internal operational objectives, promote a positive reputation with local, district and provincial stakeholders and demonstrate South32’s commitment to fulfilling its stated purpose.

 
REQUIREMENTS:

• Serious contenders will either have a Degree/BTECH/National Diploma in Communications / Social Sciences, Public Relations, Community Work, Business or related fields;
• Good writing and analytical skills and good verbal and online communications skills;
• Ability to engage with diverse internal and external stakeholders and able to build strong and trusted relationships;
• Attention to detail and the ability to work within a high performing team is essential;
• Knowledge of community processes, communication concepts and platforms;
• Good administrative and organizational skills.
   

CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Provide support services to the External Affairs function as directed;
• Support the Team in delivering its objectives and plans;
• Provide administrative and organizational support to the External Affairs Team and other Hillside stakeholders as required;
• Contribute to the Team’s efforts in implementing the External Affairs strategy.