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Job Title – Communications Manager

Description

A Communications Manager is responsible for conveying an organization's internal and external messages. They draft written materials, prepare presentations and communicate with employees.

Typical Job Activities

Strategically designing’s, develops and manages internal communication channels
Engages with employees through local and group messages and information
Develops and maintaining the internal communications strategy
Promotes messages, initiatives and reputation with internal audiences
Leads and manages the development of tools for consistent messages
Liaises with other communications teams
Liaises with external agencies
Manages stakeholder relationships

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Related Occupations

Human resources manager
Personnel officer
Career counsellor
Public relations officer
Educational psychologist

Educational Requirements

Senior Certificate with matric exemption for a degree course in Communication Studies
Senior Certificate for a diploma course in similar field

Compulsory subjects: Languages
Recommended subjects: Mathematics and Business Economics

What natural skills and/or aptitudes do I need for this occupation?

Have above-average intellectual ability
Speak and write clearly and effectively
Enjoy working as part of a team
Enjoy attending to detail
Be fair and objective
Be proficient in languages
Be able to detect problem areas and offer solutions
Work well with all kinds of people
Be able to make friends easily
Be practical
Be adaptable and tactful

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Employment Opportunities

Moderate

Market Competitiveness

High

Income Potential

Moderate

Self-Employment Opportunities

Moderate

International Employment Opportunities

Low

Possible Employers

Government departments
Municipalities
Mining companies
Commerce and industry

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Relevant Contact Details

The Institute of People Management
http://saim.co.za/

Sapref
http://www.sapref.com/

Career Progress and Path

Further studies in the specific career field
Experience in specific field
General management studies
Work performance

Possible Career Paths

Specialist career in the specific fields
Management positions in the specific field
Management positions in the related fields

Employment Stability

Moderately stable

Reasons to consider this career

I can be of service to people
I can work with people
The job is fairly stable
I can communicate and interact with people
I am very interested in a specific subject or field