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COUNCIL FOR GEOSCIENCE (CGS)
 
STAKEHOLDER RELATIONS OFFICER
Position Status:  Permanent
Peromnes Grade:  P08 (R 712 462.73 CTC Per Annum)
Location: Head Office (Pretoria)
Reporting Line: Manager: Communication & Stakeholder Relations
Overall Job Purpose: To render effective and efficient professional support in the design and implementation of the stakeholder relations activities in the Council for Geoscience (CGS).
 
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Operation Processes (Stakeholder Relations)
    • Contribute to the development and implementation of the stakeholder relations strategy, initiatives and activities to build and promote stakeholder relations.
    • Implement stakeholder engagement plans and projects in line with the agreed and established CGS strategy
    • Maintain a database of all CGS stakeholders
    • Implement stakeholder in-house support processes and structures
    • Carry out a stakeholder needs assessment and continuously monitor implementation progress against established targets
    • Coordinate the MoU/MoA process and ensure sign off and monitor the implementation thereof
    • Coordinate stakeholder engagement with key stakeholders to ensure ease of doing business and access to areas within stakeholder communities.
    • Coordinate and facilitate communication channels with internal and external key stakeholders to ensure proper messaging of CGS’ value proposition
    • Support the Implementation of projects that seeks to enhance CGS stakeholder relations
    • Ensure proper maintenance of relations and network with multiple stakeholders
    • Participate in collaborative assignments with the Marketing & Communications team in delivering stakeholder engagement strategies and operational plans
    • Proactively initiate opportunities for the CGS to network across the sector.
    • Coordinate and administer external stakeholder programs and effectively facilitate the implementation of relevant plans.
    • Invite the relevant technical managers to stakeholder events and ensure a one-stop information source for them.
    • Provide support in the collection of data, inputs and translate this into information and share with the relevant managers.
    • Monitoring stakeholder perceptions and experiences with CGS.
    • Drafting of various communications for internal and external purposes.
    • Drafting of relevant presentations and reports – as and when required.
    • Compiling and updating the Stakeholder Relations calendar of events and liaising with all stakeholders in this regard – speakers etc.
    • Generate and provide the necessary and required reports to the line of authority.
  • Stakeholder Relations
    • Build and maintain strong and sustainable relationships with all stakeholders through interaction, communication and targeted campaigns.
    • Gather and disseminate accurate and timely information to all relevant stakeholders
    • Participate in the various communications forums, meetings, etc.
  • Quality Management
    • Provision of an efficient administration service through careful and timeous planning, reporting and updating of all related information
    • Comply with processes required in terms of legislative and audit requirements in stakeholder
    • Maintains an effective filing system to enable ease of retrieval of documentation;
    • Coordinates internal events efficiently and effectively.
  • Project Management
    • Participate in initiatives, projects and activities in which the Marketing, Communication & Stakeholder Relations team are engaged in/with
    • Assist in executing of all project plans related to identified stakeholder interventions
  • People Management
    • Compile and submit own Personal Development Plan
    • Participate in Continuous Professional Development initiatives/interventions in order to keep up with new technologies and procedures
 
KEY BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES:
  • Presentation and Facilitation skills
  • Communication skills (Oral and Written)
  • Negotiation skills
  • Customer orientation
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Analysis of a geo-political environment
  • Ability to develop and initiate stakeholder relations
  • Ability to adjust to and work with teams
  • Report writing and presentations
  • Self-starter with a can do attitude
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Quick decision-making abilities
  • Ability to identify opportunities
 
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Grade 12;
  • Relevant Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communication or equivalent.
  • A Postgraduate qualification in Marketing, Communication or equivalent will be advantageous
 
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Minimum 5 years related experience in the same or similar position.
  • Understanding of multiple stakeholder management processes, i.e. Government, business and communities, multiple stakeholders.
  • Experience in the coordination and facilitation of multi-disciplinary projects.
  • Knowledge of the Council for Geoscience Act, 1993 and the Public Finance Management Act, 1999 and Treasury Regulations.
  • Understanding of protocol and business etiquettes.
  • A valid driver’s license.
  • Understanding of different cultures and their protocols/nuances.
  • Willingness to travel from time to time and occasionally work long hours.
  • Experience of working with Executive Authority in implementing national projects.
  • Knowledge of the relevant stakeholder best practices and procedures.
  • Good understanding of stakeholder mapping, analysis and techniques.
  • Ability to liaise effectively and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ability to leverage multiple stakeholder relationships and build coalitions that foster project success.
  • Above-average proficiency level in MS Office suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
  • Exposure to working with different stakeholders at various levels.
  • Be a strong and confident communicator.
  • Knowledge of South African languages will be an advantage.

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The Council for Geoscience is committed to Employment Equity and diversity. In accordance with the Employment Equity prescripts, preference will be given but not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups. Females and people from previously disadvantaged groups and sectors are encouraged to apply.
 
If you meet the above requirements and wish to apply, please send your application to careers@geoscience.org.za . Please quote the position title (Stakeholder Relations Officer) as a reference when submitting your application.
 
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within eight (8) weeks after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
 
All appointments are subject to vetting processes. Appointments are subject to positive vetting results. The processing of your personal information by the Council for Geoscience will be done in accordance with the POPI Act 4 of 2013.
 
Applications submitted on CGS social media platforms will not be considered.
 
Closing Date: 09 March 2023