Corporate Social Responsibility Manager at SaroAfrica International Limited

Job Summary

• He/ She will develop, promote, and communicate the organization’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program and manage stakeholders that will drive smooth and cordial relationship between the company and the host communities.

Duties / Responsibilities
Planning/Execution of CSR:

• Developing and executing CSR programs as well as conducting periodic program reviews to assess outcomes and effectiveness
• Acting as the focal point for the Company's CSR initiatives and building relationships with community partners and key stakeholders
• Staying abreast of relevant research, trends in the areas of focus and promoting best practices
• Promoting employee volunteering initiatives in coordination with internal stakeholders
• Working with Marketing and PR teams to drive internal engagement and promote storytelling
• Driving budget & monitoring spend to deliver results in line with planned objectives
• Seeking out, understanding and incorporating feedback from the underserved communities we want to serve.
• Assisting the company in developing, managing and altering social responsibility policies
• Using internal communication to reinforce the company’s social responsibility policies
• Working on company branding strategies with the marketing department
• Evaluate CSR initiatives against industry standards; analyze results and develop action plans to ensure GHAP has a best-in-class CSR program
• Develop, analyse and evaluate the impact, resource requirements and cost/benefit of new programs
• Plan and promote events to engage employees and raise awareness of CSR programs.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with global company peers engaged in companywide CSR initiatives

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Marketing, Human Resources, Business Management or a related field. MBA is a plus
• 5 - 10 years relevant experience
• Goods knowledge and use of Microsoft Office packages & ERP systems (Knowledge of Navision& SharePoint will be an added advantage).

Age Requirement:

• 30 - 38 years old

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of the rules and regulations governing Charities
• Knowledge of best practices for CSR
• Planning & Organizing Skills
• Ability to multitask
• Execution & Delegation Skills
• Decision Making
• Communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Creative Thinking - Thinking out of box
• Attention to detail
• Strategic Thinking.