Our culture is inclusive, exciting and performance-driven Role based in Richards Bay About the role We are looking for a Senior Advisor: Communication to plan, deliver and monitor communications activities with a focus on external communications (media, brand and reputation, social and digital) in support of strong commercial outcomes and delivery of the RBM business plan and integrated Corporate Relations strategy. Reporting to the Manager: Communications, you will: Plan a rolling programme of focused, strategically driven external communications activity in close collaboration with the wider EMEA and Group CR teams Deliver external communications activity including media engagement and responding to enquiries, social and digital media campaigns, updating the RBM sections of the Rio Tinto website, developing content for a number of channels. Lead a strong focus on digital activities including the development and execution of a Social media plan. Working with external parties as necessary, monitor and evaluate the impact of all activity to ensure effective use of resources. Lead media engagement (in co-ordination with the Communications Manager to ensure that RBM and Rio Tinto’s reputation is protected and enhanced. Monitor incoming media enquiries, develop and gain approval for responses and deliver an ongoing proactive media engagement plan. Under the guidance of the Communications Manager, ensure all communications activities are aligned with both RBM and Rio Tinto Group policies, Standards and approaches, including ensuring full compliance with all approval and escalation processes. About you To be successfully considered for this role, you will have: Relevant Degree in Journalism / Communications / Public Relations / Media 5 years’ experience in a media/communications role with an external focus; demonstrable experience effectively dealing with journalists for an international organisation – ideally in the resources sector. Driver’s license Demonstrated experience in media relations and ability to represent a comparable organization in delivering strong proactive and reactive media management. Ability to engage with the media proactively in order to promote and protect the reputation of the company – ability to build and maintain a strong media network. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and ability to write strong copy for multiple channels. Experience with social media campaigns and monitoring. What we offer Here is just a glimpse of our industry leading rewards package: ?A safety-focused and inclusive working environment A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience Annual cash incentive awards (STIP) for eligible employees Career development & education assistance to further your ambitions Access top tier family-friendly health and medical programs, pension and savings plans Employee Assistance Program Ongoing individual wellbeing support for you and your family for personal and professional matter A comprehensive leave policy that covers all moments that matter in life (vacation/annual, paid parental,?etc) Certified?as a Top Employer for 4 consecutive years, located in the Kwa-Zulu Natal province, Richards Bay Minerals (RBM) is part of the Rio Tinto Group and is an internationally recognized sand mining and mineral processing operations leader and one of the world's foremost producers of titanium minerals, high purity pig iron and zircon. We have implemented a sound corporate social development program and an internationally recognized environmental rehabilitation program to restore the mined dunes to their natural state once mining operations have ceased. About us Our long history is filled with firsts. We’ve developed some of the world’s largest and best quality mines and operations, and our people work in around 35 countries across six continents. Aluminium and copper, diamonds, gold and industrial minerals, iron ore and uranium: our materials make up the world around us. You’ll find them in smartphones, planes, cars, hospitals and throughout your home. We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different. RBM is an equal opportunity employer and preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups in line with the company’s employment equity plan. Apply today if you want to work with the latest technology and innovation, in an environment where we challenge you to drive positive change. Please note, in order to be successfully considered for this role you must complete all pre-screening questions. Every Voice Matters As pioneers in mining and metals, we produce materials essential to human progress. Where you will be working Certified?as a Top Employer for 4 consecutive years, located in the Kwa-Zulu Natal province, Richards Bay Minerals (RBM) is part of the Rio Tinto Group and is an internationally recognized sand mining and mineral processing operations leader and one of the world's foremost producers of titanium minerals, high purity pig iron and zircon. We have implemented a sound corporate social development program and an internationally recognized environmental rehabilitation program to restore the mined dunes to their natural state once mining operations have ceased. About us As pioneers in mining and metals, we produce materials essential to human progress. Our long history is filled with firsts. We’ve developed some of the world’s largest and best quality mines and operations, and our people work in around 35 countries across six continents. Aluminium and copper, diamonds, gold and industrial minerals, iron ore and uranium: our materials make up the world around us. You’ll find them in smartphones, planes, cars, hospitals and throughout your home. Every Voice Matters We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different. Apply today if you want to work with the latest technology and innovation, in an environment where we challenge you to drive positive change. Please note, in order to be successfully considered for this role you must complete all pre-screening questions. RBM is an equal opportunity employer and preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups in line with the company’s employment equity plan.
