Coca-Cola Public affairs and communications manager vacancy

Coca-Cola Public affairs and communications manager vacancy
Job Title PUBLIC AFFAIRS AND COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
Function Marketing & Sales
Company Nairobi Bottlers
Employment Contract Classification Permanent
Location - Town / City NAIROBI
Location - Province Other - Non-South African Location
Location - Country Kenya
Job Description
Reporting to the Managing Director, the Public Affairs and Communications (PAC) Manager is responsible for the provision of PAC strategy, leadership and support and to lead the PAC Team in order to protect and enhance the reputation and image of the Company and its brands.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
• Lead, develop, articulate and drive the PAC Strategy.
• Identify and leverage opportunities for collaboration with public sector and other private sector stakeholders.
• Advance the Company's position by enhancing meaningful relationships with relevant constituents including targeted stakeholders in government, society and communities
• Advance the company’s corporate brand image by through an integrated public affairs and communications strategy and serve as a guardian of the Company’s corporate brand image.
• Manage and serve as author for communications, columns and articles for trade, business, community, general public and targeted interest publications.
• Provide guidance and direction to NBL's community interventions for Community projects being driven through the business agenda including 5x20; Water; Health Entrepreneurship and Education initiatives.
• Implement high impact and sustainable programs and sponsorships to promote community development and enhance the Company’s reputation and social footprint.
• Anticipate talent needs and help to recruit, develop, retain and reward team members as well as leveraging on individual differences to motivate others and create organizational impact.
Skills, Experience & Education
• A Bachelor’s degree in Communications or a business related area. A master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• 7 years Public Affairs and Communications experience preferably in an FMCG or Beverage industry with at least 3 years at senior level.
• A strong track record of positioning an organization to achieve tangible outcomes in a competitive communications environment.
• Ability to navigate unchartered territory and rapid changes due to economic factors, public policy and other changes.
• Good business and commercial acumen with strong understanding of Coca-Cola value chains.
• Experience in Public Sector Relationship Management and communication leading and working with a diverse team.
• Experience in strategy formulation, planning implementation of public affairs and communications management.
• Experience in engaging and managing media.
• Experience in managing corporate social responsibility and sustainability initiatives.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to engage across all levels.

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