Sustainability and Corporate Affairs Manager at SAB Miller

Reference Number: ABI102
Job Description
Amongst other duties, the job holder will:

• Plan, organize, manage and co-ordinate the provisions of corporate affairs and public relations services both internally and externally
• Ensure implementation of public relations strategy and policy, which promotes a positive public image of the business nationally, regionally and internationally
• Ensure a detailed CSI Plan is developed for the whole company and implement such with focus on high leverage CSI projects (AIDS education, road safety, environment, and small enterprise development)
• Maintain an excellent working relationship with the external stakeholders, leveraging off their community stature and knowledge for the benefit of the company
• Develop media relations in conjunction with identified role-players to improve the company profile
• Take responsibility for the Annual Report and the announcement of Company results in liaison with Financial Director and the Board
• Work with relevant marketing and sales functions to co-ordinate PR activities on behalf of the company (e.g. Soccer Leagues, brand launches etc…) Role is a supporting one as individual company’s/departments are responsible for their own results
• Develop a list of key Government contacts and develop an effective counter-strategy to anti-alcohol lobby
• Maintain close contact with role players responsible for liquor legislation and develop a proactive strategy to protect the interest of our business in liaison with the Managing Director
• Participate as company representative on selected forums set up to monitor and administer industry affairs.

Requirements
The occupant of this position should possess:

• Degree in Social Sciences or Communication
• Between 5 to 7 years relevant experience in a similar role at management level in a Brewery or FMCG environment
• Membership of relevant professional bodies will be an added advantage

Key competencies and attributes:

• Understanding of media relations and applicable legislation
• Passionate, self-starter and positive attitude
• Good written and verbal communication
• Action and results oriented
• Attention to detail
• Excellent understanding of local market and key players
• Good listening, negotiating and networking skills