We are an innovative organisation committed to the advancement of infrastructure projects designed to enhance connectivity between major urban areas and regional centers. Our mission goes beyond mere transportation; we aim to foster economic growth, improve housing availability, and contribute to sustainability initiatives.
We are looking for a dynamic Communications Manager to lead our communications strategy, encompassing public relations, internal communications, and stakeholder engagement. This newly created role will involve working closely with senior leadership to shape and communicate our vision, ensuring that our message resonates with stakeholders, partners, and the broader community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Cultivate a high-performing communications team to develop and deliver strategic messaging across various platforms
- Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, offering insights and strategies to enhance the organisation's reputation and manage communications effectively
- Design and implement proactive and reactive media strategies to address issues and opportunities that arise
- Develop key messaging for community and stakeholder engagement to foster positive relationships and maintain transparency
- Oversee media relations, ensuring timely responses and effective management of information flow with media representatives
- Collaborate with leadership to create a comprehensive internal and external communications strategy that aligns with the organisation's goals
- Inspire and empower your team to cultivate an inclusive, engaged, and high-achieving work environment
- Stay informed on current trends and best practices in communications, applying innovative approaches to achieve business objectives
- Coordinate parliamentary services, including the preparation of official correspondence and reports
Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Media Studies, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- Proven track record in a leadership role, ideally within a government or politically sensitive environment
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders effectively
- Experience managing communications for large infrastructure projects is preferred
- Strong project management capabilities to meet deadlines and achieve objectives with minimal oversight
- Creative problem-solving skills, with a focus on proactively addressing challenges in a dynamic environment
- Willingness to travel for stakeholder engagement and community outreach activities
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
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