Chief Advisor Change Stakeholder and communication

Listing reference: eskom_006885
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 18 September 2026
Position summary
Industry: Electricity, Energy & Water Supply
Job category: General Management
Location: Sunninghill
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
Introduction
Position/Task Grade: G17 Area of specialization: To enhance organisational effectiveness, readiness, and stakeholder alignment by leading change, stakeholder engagement, and communication initiatives through the development and implementation of integrated frameworks, the provision of subject matter expertise, the cultivation of stakeholder relationships and delivery of effective communication solution that support successful business transformation and sustainable outcomes. Department: Strategy and portfolio management Business Unit: Office of the GE Location: Megawatt Park, Gauteng Reference Number: 50922979TT Closing Date: 18 September 2026
Job description

Behavioural

·       Adaptability

·       Integrity

·       Honesty

·       Trustworthiness

·       Professionalism

 

            Leadership

·       Live the organisation vision

·       Grow people

·       Ignite passion

·       Promote teamwork and participation

·       Encourage and reward the right behaviour

·       Promote open and transparent communication

·       Coaching, mentoring, training and development

·       Integrate and manage complex change programmes

·       Change leadership

·       Client focused

·       Continuous learning

·       Team player and work with and through others

·       Results orientated

 

             Knowledge

·       Change management methodologies and practices

·       Stakeholder engagement and relationship management

·       Communication strategy and management

·       Organisational development and organisational behaviour

·       Change leadership and transformation management

·       Qualitative and quantitative research methodologies

·       Project and programme management

·       Change readiness, adoption and transition management

·       Team dynamics and culture transformation

 

             Skill

·       Written and verbal communication

·       Research and data analysis

·       Marketing, branding and digital content development

·       Work effectively at all levels in the organisation

·        Active listening

·        Problem solving and root cause analysis

·        Influence other and move toward a common vision or goal

·       Presentation and facilitation

·       Conflict management and resolution

·       Analytical, strategic, divergent and critical thinking

·       Decision making

·       Organisational and environmental awareness

·       Partnering and collobaration

·       Visioning and strategic thinking

 

          Key Responsibilities

·       Develop and maintain change, stakeholder engagement and communication strategies,

frameworks and policies

·       Optimise change and stakeholder engagement and communication methodologies,

frameworks and practices

·       Monitor and assess industry, organisational and project related changes

·       Lead, influence and integrate strategic changes, stakeholder engagement and

communication initiatives

 

“If you have not been contacted within 28 days after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.”

“Eskom is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of Eskom and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.  Eskom reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised.  Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply for positions.”

Minimum requirements

Qualification(s)

·       B Degree/B Tech/Advanced Diploma in Human Resources/Industrial Psychology/Business Management/Information Technology/ Commerce/Engineering/Communications/International Relations/ Public Relations at NQF7 with 360 credits

Related Experience:

·       7 years’ Extensive experience in change management,

stakeholder engagement, communication, business transformation, large scale organisational initiatives, human resources or consulting.

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