Communications Specialist Mr Price Group

<p style="background-color: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span lang="EN">The Communications &amp; Engagement Specialist is responsible for developing and executing communication strategies that amplify the impact, visibility, and reputation of the Mr Price Foundation. The role drives engagement through strategic communications, content creation, media relations, digital marketing, stakeholder engagement, and event support while ensuring consistent and compelling storytelling across all communication channels.</span></span></p><p style="background-color: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0cm; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span lang="EN">Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related discipline will be advantageous.</span></span></p><p style="background-color: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0cm; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">3-5 years' experience in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a similar role.</span></p><p style="background-color: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0cm; vertical-align: baseline;">&nbsp;</p><p style="background-color: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0cm; vertical-align: baseline;">&nbsp;</p><p style="background-color: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;"><strong>1. Communication Strategy</strong></span></span></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;">Develop and implement communication plans that support the Foundation's strategic objectives.</span></span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;">Drive awareness and engagement for Foundation programmes, campaigns, fundraising initiatives, and community impact projects.</span></span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;">Collaborate with programme managers, executive leadership, and internal stakeholders to ensure aligned messaging and communication objectives.</span></span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;">Identify opportunities to enhance the Foundation's brand awareness and stakeholder engagement.</span></span></p></li></ul><p style="background-color: white; line-height: normal; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 36pt; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;">&nbsp;</p><p style="background-color: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;"><strong>2. Content Creation and Management</strong></span></span></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;">Create audience-focused content for various communication platforms, including: Social media, Press releases, Newsletters, Annual and integrated reports, Foundation website, Internal communications</span></span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;">Write, edit, and proofread communication materials to ensure consistency, accuracy, and alignment with the Foundation's brand voice.</span></span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;">Develop impactful stories that showcase programme outcomes, beneficiary experiences, and community impact.</span></span></p></li></ul><p style="background-color: white; line-height: normal; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 36pt; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;">&nbsp;</p><p style="background-color: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;"><strong>3. Media and Public Relations</strong></span></span></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;">Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, media outlets, and external stakeholders.</span></span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;">Secure positive media coverage that promotes the Foundation's mission and achievements.</span></span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;">Monitor media coverage and public sentiment, identifying risks, opportunities, and emerging issues.</span></span></p></li></ul><p style="background-color: white; line-height: normal; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 36pt; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;">&nbsp;</p><p style="background-color: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;"><strong>4. Event Management and Support</strong></span></span></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;">Promote Foundation events through digital, social, and traditional communication channels.</span></span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;">Attend Foundation events to coordinate on-site communications and marketing activities.</span></span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;">Represent the Foundation at conferences, workshops, volunteer activations, and other external engagements.</span></span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;">Support the planning, coordination, and execution of Foundation events and activations.</span></span></p></li></ul><p style="background-color: white; line-height: normal; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 36pt; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;">&nbsp;</p><p style="background-color: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;"><strong>5. Digital Communications and Community Management</strong></span></span></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;">Manage and optimise digital communication channels, including social media, email marketing, and website content.</span></span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;">Develop and schedule engaging content calendars.</span></span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;">Drive audience growth, engagement, and reach across owned and shared communication channels.</span></span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;">Monitor and analyse digital performance metrics and recommend improvements.</span></span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;">Manage online communities and facilitate audience engagement.</span></span></p></li></ul><p style="background-color: white; line-height: normal; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 36pt; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;">&nbsp;</p><p style="background-color: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;"><strong>6. Project Management</strong></span></span></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;">Coordinate communication projects from planning through execution.</span></span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;">Manage project timelines, budgets, deliverables, and stakeholder expectations.</span></span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;">Support the production of annual and integrated reports through content development and stakeholder coordination.</span></span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;">Maintain productive relationships with agencies, suppliers, and service providers.</span></span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;">Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned to Foundation objectives.</span></span></p></li></ul><p style="background-color: white; line-height: normal; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 36pt; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;">&nbsp;</p><p style="background-color: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: rgb(33, 33, 33); font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;"><strong>7. Corporate Communications</strong></span></span></p><ul style="list-style-type: disc;"><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;">Identify and position Foundation impact stories across Mr Price Group internal communication channels.</span></span></p></li><li class="ortl-align-justify"><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="border: 1pt windowtext; padding: 0cm;">Increase employee awareness, engagement, and participation in Foundation initiatives.</span></span></p></li></ul>