Job Title:	Senior Director, Strategic Communications
Company:	Coca-cola
Job Reference:	R-114972
Location:	Johannesburg, ZA
Employment Type:	Full Time
Date Posted:	2024-12-04
Closing Date:	2025-01-31
Salary:	ZAR 13000 - 25000 per month

Senior Director, Strategic Communications - Job Description

This role will lead the development, creation and implementation of end-to-end communications strategies ensuring we have one strong narrative internally and externally fully synchronized with our Global narrative.

What You'll Do for Us

Lead a team of senior communication specialists with a variety of expertise who develop and initiate strategies and content to drive measurable value for the business both through internal employee engagement and earned, owned and paid media
Provide subject-matter expertise, content and coaching to senior management to help them serve as effective spokespeople; provide support and guidance to manage potential issues and crisis.  
Coordinate with global communications teams, bottling partners and other functions to ensure consistency of plans and messaging including the areas of sustainability communications.  
Set strategy for internal communication and channels for operating unit (OU).
Partner with Marketing to drive consumer engagement through innovative Brand PR.
Goals and/or strategies focus on both short-term and mid-term priorities
Developing and leading insightful communication strategies that align with our marketing, innovation, and culture.
Fostering robust partnerships across the company, particularly with the executive leadership team.
Serving as the primary liaison for key stakeholders, streamlining communication and championing the company ethos.
Collaborating with stakeholders in our organization to identify success metrics and ensure alignment.
Orchestrating seamless global messaging alongside international colleagues and bottler partners.
Cultivating strong relations with influential entities and positioning our executives on prominent global platforms.
Mentoring senior leaders, enhancing their capacity as impactful spokespeople.
Synchronizing with global communication experts to maintain a unified voice.
Constantly innovating to stay ahead of the curve, employing breakthrough techniques to engage our audience.
Establishing yourself as a trusted advisor, exercising discretion with sensitive content and providing astute counsel to our Executive Leadership Team.

Responsibilities & Qualifications:

A bachelor’s or master's degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
A minimum of 12 years in communications roles with a focus on strategy and stakeholder engagement, including at least 5 years in a leadership position managing teams and large-scale projects.
Ability to conceive, articulate, and execute complex communications strategies that align with business objectives and enhance company reputation.
A track record of success in executive communication and a commanding presence.
Exceptional writing and narrative skills, with the ability to craft messages for diverse audiences.
Experience in working collaboratively with cross-functional global teams, ensuring consistent messaging and a cohesive communications stance.
A comprehensive understanding of multimedia, visual storytelling, and contemporary communication platforms.
Proven competence in designing and enforcing intricate communication strategies.
The ability to work autonomously and make decisive plans, project choices, and resource distributions.
Exceptional judgement, with the ability to handle sensitive information discreetly and provide strategic counsel to high-level stakeholders.

What We'll Do for You:

A purpose-driven career that enables you to support environmental protection and safe, quality product delivery.
An agile work environment where leadership is committed to removing obstacles, empowering innovation, and tackling complex issues.
A community of belonging where inclusivity fosters growth and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to an environment where it is cherished.

Our Purpose and Growth Culture:

We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.