Media & Communications Officer

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Media & Communications Officer for a nonprofit focused on community development. This fully remote role involves shaping and executing communication strategies to raise visibility and engage stakeholders across press, web, and social channels.

Responsibilities include writing and editing content, managing social media, building media relationships, monitoring coverage, and assisting events and fundraising.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in media relations, communications, or digital marketing.
• Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills with portfolio.
• Experience managing social media and creating engaging content.
• Familiarity with CMS and basic graphic design tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute communication plans to support goals and campaigns.
• Write and edit press releases, newsletters, website, and social content.
• Manage social media presence and online engagement.
• Build relationships with local media outlets and journalists.
• Monitor media coverage and report on effectiveness.
• Assist in organizing community events and media briefings.
• Create visual content for digital platforms.
• Support fundraising and advocacy through strategic communication.
• Maintain up-to-date website content.
• Collaborate with program staff to gather stories for communications.

Skills

Strong writing

Content creation

Social media management

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications/PR/Journ.

Tools

CMS platforms

Graphic design tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic non-profit organization focused on community development, is seeking a motivated Media & Communications Officer to join their team. This role is offered as a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute to impactful campaigns from your home base. You will be responsible for developing and implementing communication strategies that enhance the organization's visibility and engagement with stakeholders. The ideal candidate possesses excellent writing and digital media skills, a passion for the non-profit sector, and the ability to manage multiple projects efficiently. You will play a key role in telling our client's story and advocating for their mission across various platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute communication plans to support organizational goals and campaigns.
• Write and edit compelling content for press releases, newsletters, website, and social media.
• Manage the organization's social media presence and engage with online communities.
• Build and maintain relationships with local media outlets and journalists.
• Monitor media coverage and report on communication effectiveness.
• Assist in organizing community events and media briefings.
• Create visual content, such as graphics and short videos, for digital platforms.
• Support fundraising and advocacy efforts through strategic communication.
• Maintain the organization's website content and ensure it is up-to-date.
• Collaborate with program staff to gather stories and information for communications.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in media relations, communications, or digital marketing.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a strong portfolio of writing samples.
• Proven experience managing social media platforms and creating engaging content.
• Proficiency in content management systems (CMS) and basic graphic design tools.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team.
• A passion for the non-profit sector and social impact is essential.
• Familiarity with media monitoring and reporting tools.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary based on experience and a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a fully remote position, you will enjoy excellent work-life balance and the flexibility to work from anywhere.
• Benefits include medical aid contributions, a provident fund, and generous paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional development, including workshops and training relevant to the non-profit sector, are provided.
• You will be part of a mission-driven organization that makes a tangible difference in the community.
• The collaborative remote team environment fosters a supportive atmosphere for all employees.
• Opportunities to attend relevant conferences and network with other professionals in the social impact space are available.