Specialist - Culture, Communication & Change

Company Description

Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

Job Description

To execute on and coordinate change management, communication, and employee engagement activities across Group Compliance according to the culture strategy to support the achievement of Group Compliance’s strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• First Degree in Business Commerce or Social Sciences or related 

Experience Required
Compliance Risk Management
Compliance

• 3-5 years - Experience in execution of Culture, Communications and Change Management solutions for Group Compliance
• 3-5 years - The role requires strong execution capabilities with strong coordination in creating content, understanding culture, change management, event planning or related activities. 
• 3 years  - The ability to convey ideas and information in forms such as presentation of audio, text, pictures, diagrams, photos and other electronic media.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Articulating Information
• Challenging Ideas
• Checking Things
• Convincing People
• Developing Expertise
• Directing People
• Embracing Change
• Empowering Individuals
• Establishing Rapport
• Exploring Possibilities
• Interacting with People

Technical Competencies:

• Change Management (HR)
• Digital Content
• Digital Media Applications
• Internal Communication Channels
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication

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