Are recent graduates ready to embark on a transformative career journey? Samancor, a leader in the mining industry, is excited to invite talented and motivated individuals to apply for its Corporate Affairs and Transformation Graduate in Training program. Based in Gauteng, this dynamic opportunity provides the chance to gain hands-on experience in corporate affairs, drive impactful transformation initiatives, and grow within a globally recognized organization.
Samancor Corporate Affairs and Transformation Graduate in Training Overview:
- Location: Gauteng
- Reference Number: SCRCOR535
- Closing Date: 3 August 2024
- Type: Temporary
- Salary: Market Related
Purpose of the Job
- Conceptualisation: Assist in the creation and planning of communication, marketing, branding, and transformation initiatives.
- Implementation: Support the execution of these initiatives to drive corporate and community transformation.
Balanced Scorecard Pillars
Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality (SHEQ)
- Risk Management: Identify, assess, and manage risk exposures related to business, financial, legal, and environmental factors.
- Compliance: Ensure adherence to SHEQ standards using tools and reporting systems.
People
- Stakeholder Engagement: Interact effectively with various stakeholders.
- Performance Management: Self-manage performance against set targets and competencies.
- Collaboration: Foster a collaborative and enabling work environment.
Customers
- Relationship Management: Maintain and enhance relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
- Satisfaction: Ensure satisfaction among customers and suppliers.
- Alignment: Align development needs with the sustainable transformation agenda.
Business Processes
- Legislation:
- Monitoring: Stay updated with legislative changes affecting transformation and community development.
- Advisory: Provide advice and training on relevant legislative matters.
- Research: Evaluate challenges affecting mining rights and compliance.
- Transformation:
- Barrier Identification: Address issues hindering transformation and community development.
- Capacity Building: Build internal capacity and transfer skills.
- Implementation: Collaborate on LED projects and Enterprise and Supplier Development initiatives.
- LED Projects:
- Assistance: Support the implementation of LED projects and liaise with stakeholders.
- Promotion: Promote the company’s interests and image.
- Climate and Culture:
- Monitoring: Track climate and culture trends across the group and monitor social media views.
- Reporting:
- Compilation: Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual transformation reports and SLP reports.
- Communication: Draft quarterly newsletters and other publications.
- Event Planning and Management:
- Support: Aid in the planning and execution of departmental events and community projects.
- Community Relations:
- Management: Assist in managing community relations and projects.
- Content Management:
- Creation: Develop and maintain content for communication platforms, including newsletters and social media.
- Media Monitoring: Track media coverage and provide recommendations.
Growth
- Continuous Improvement: Manage improvements through operational excellence and assess cultural impacts on the organization.
Shareholder Value
- Budget Management: Efficiently manage departmental budgets.
Behavioral Competencies
- Leadership: Demonstrate safety leadership and innovative thinking.
- Planning: Effective planning, organizing, and control.
- Results Orientation: Focus on achieving results and solving problems.
- Communication: Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
Workplace Competencies
- Skills:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Programs.
- Familiarity with Samancor Chrome Systems (IMS, EBMS, Chromedoc, Coupa).
- Knowledge:
- Understanding of South African legal frameworks.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to manage difficult stakeholders.
- Knowledge of communications, public relations, and branding best practices.
- Application of change management, knowledge management, and dispute management principles.
- Appreciation of diversity management principles and professional ethics.
Minimum Qualifications
- Degree: Relevant Degree in Social Sciences or Communications.
How to apply
- Prepare Your Documents:
- Ensure you have an updated resume/CV, a cover letter, and any other required documents (e.g., academic transcripts, certifications).
- Visit the Application Portal:
- Go to Samancor’s Careers Page and find the listing for the Corporate Affairs and Transformation Graduate in Training position using the reference number SCRCOR535.
- Create an Account/Login:
- If you are a new user, create an account by providing your email address and setting a password. If you already have an account, log in with your existing credentials.
- Complete the Application Form:
- Fill out the online application form with accurate personal information, educational background, and work experience.
- Upload Documents:
- Attach your resume/CV, cover letter, and any other required documents. Ensure all files are in the specified formats (e.g., PDF, DOCX) and do not exceed the size limit.
- Review and Submit:
- Review all information for accuracy and completeness. Make any necessary edits before finalizing your application.
Samancor appreciates the interest of prospective candidates in the Corporate Affairs and Transformation Graduate in Training position. By adhering to the provided application guidelines, applicants will ensure that their submissions are complete and accurately reflect their qualifications.
Samancor looks forward to reviewing the applications and wishes all candidates the best of luck throughout the selection process.