Public Affairs Coordinator - Hybrid Role in Queenstown

Placements24; Lorenziberg; Hybrid; EUR 13,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement provisions

Career growth opportunities

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Public Affairs Coordinator in Queenstown, Eastern Cape for a hybrid role. You will support government engagement, policy communications, and stakeholder outreach while coordinating media monitoring and public perception efforts.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 1–3 years of public affairs or government relations experience, with strong research and writing skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Communications, Law, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in public affairs, government relations, public policy, or related communications role.
• Strong research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Familiarity with government processes and public policy environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of public affairs strategies.
• Monitor government activities and policy developments.
• Conduct research on public policy issues and prepare briefing materials.
• Support stakeholder engagement activities, including meetings and events.
• Draft communications materials such as policy briefs, statements, and presentations.
• Maintain relationships with key government contacts and industry stakeholders.
• Assist in managing the organization's public image and reputation.
• Coordinate media monitoring and report on news and public opinion.
• Support planning and execution of public affairs campaigns.
• Liaise with internal teams to align on initiatives.

Skills

Research

Writing

Organization

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Political Science/PA/Communications/Law

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Public Affairs Coordinator in Queenstown, Eastern Cape for a hybrid role. You will support government engagement, policy communications, and stakeholder outreach while coordinating media monitoring and public perception efforts.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 1–3 years of public affairs or government relations experience, with strong research and writing skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.