Group Communications Specialist

Absa Group

. Participate in developing and implementing communications programmes aligned with Group Marketing and Corporate Affairs and executive leadership priorities .

Posted 10/11/2026full-timeJohannesburg • South AfricaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing strategic communications plans that align with organizational objectives, leveraging digital tools and performance insights to enhance stakeholder engagement. Proficient in writing compelling content and managing communications across various platforms while ensuring compliance and governance.

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Bachelor's Degree in Communications3-5 Years' Experience in CommunicationsProficient with AI and LLMsPerformance Measurement and ReportingDigital Tools and Platforms

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Hard Skills

Strategic Communications PlanningContent DevelopmentData AnalysisCampaign ExecutionQuality ManagementOperational PlanningProcess OptimisationRisk ManagementPerformance InsightsRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

CollaborationRelationship BuildingInfluencing StakeholdersProblem SolvingEngagement Improvement

Tools & Technologies

Absa EngageMy GatewayThe Weekly UpdateProudly Absa NewsCampus TV ScreensWhatsApp Channels

Certifications & Qualifications

All Mandatory Training Completed

Industry Keywords

Corporate CommunicationMarketing CommunicationsGovernanceComplianceClient Service

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in developing and implementing communications programmes aligned with Group Marketing and Corporate Affairs and executive leadership priorities
Develop and execute communications plans aligned with Absa Group messaging and strategic objectives
Use business strategy, targets, and performance insights to shape communications strategies, plans, and materials
Anticipate issues and advise how communications can create understanding
Coordinate activities across internal platforms and support collaborative campaigns
Support strategic positioning of executives for various audiences, including external stakeholders and media
Leverage Absa Engage, My Gateway, The Weekly Update, Proudly Absa News, campus TV screens, lock screens, BU platforms, and WhatsApp channels
Use communications to help solve organisational problems and achieve objectives
Participate in forums that drive internal alignment and collaboration
Build and maintain trusted relationships and influence stakeholders
Develop communications content aligned with strategy and manage the communications calendar
Write engaging, grammatically accurate content in multiple formats, including ghost-written material for senior leaders
Develop plans for projects involving multiple stakeholders, uncertainty, and risk
Drive internal communications technology innovation and evolve digital channels
Improve colleague communication reach and engagement
Advance the internal communication measurement matrix to track effectiveness, engagement, and business impact
Understand and manage role-specific risks and controls
Identify, track, log, escalate, investigate, report, and resolve risks, incidents, and control failures where applicable

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree, Advanced Diplomas, or B Tech (NQF7) required
Field of Study: Marketing, Communications (Preferred)
3 - 5 years’ experience in communications
Exposure to client service, campaign execution, and quality management
Familiarity with regulatory compliance in marketing communications
Business acumen
Corporate communication
Proficient with AI and LLMs
Solid long- and short-form writing capabilities
Collaboration
Operational planning and execution
Process optimisation and service design
Performance measurement and reporting
Governance and compliance
Digital tools and platforms
Data analysis and insight generation
All mandatory training completed by the deadline
Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas: Communication Studies and Language (Required)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace
Reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process
Preference may be given to candidates from underrepresented designated groups, including persons with disabilities