Media Liaison Officer - Regional Development

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 39,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Career development opportunities

Meaningful regional projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Media Liaison Officer to champion communications for regional development projects in Queenstown, SA. You will build strong relationships with regional media, draft impactful materials, and coordinate with project teams to articulate growth narratives.

The role offers remote work flexibility, opportunities to shape public narrative in the Eastern Cape and South Africa, and room for professional growth within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• 3–5 years in media relations or PR, preferably with development/community projects.
• Ability to build and maintain media relationships.
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling.
• Strong knowledge of the Eastern Cape media landscape.
• Proficient with social media and digital communication tools.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects remotely.
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute media relations strategies to support regional development projects.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for media inquiries related to development initiatives in Queenstown.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, editors, and media producers across the Eastern Cape.
• Write and distribute press releases, media advisories, success stories, and other PR materials.
• Monitor media coverage and public sentiment regarding regional development projects.
• Organize media briefings, site visits, and press conferences as needed.
• Collaborate with project teams to gather information and ensure accurate communication.
• Assist in managing crisis communications related to development projects.
• Contribute to social media content and online engagement strategies.
• Provide strategic advice to leadership on media engagement opportunities and challenges.

Skills

Media relations

Writing & storytelling

Networking

Interpersonal skills

Strategic communications

Crisis communications

Remote work management

Editorial judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications / PR / Journalism

Tools

Social media tools

Media monitoring tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and well-connected Media Liaison Officer to champion communications efforts related to regional development initiatives in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. This role is critical for disseminating information about our client's projects, fostering positive media coverage, and engaging with local communities and stakeholders. The Media Liaison Officer will be responsible for building strong relationships with regional media outlets, drafting impactful communications materials, and ensuring that the client's development goals are effectively communicated. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the Eastern Cape region and a passion for contributing to its growth and positive narrative.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute media relations strategies to support regional development projects.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for media inquiries related to development initiatives in Queenstown.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, editors, and media producers across the Eastern Cape.
• Write and distribute press releases, media advisories, success stories, and other PR materials.
• Monitor media coverage and public sentiment regarding regional development projects.
• Organize media briefings, site visits, and press conferences as needed.
• Collaborate with project teams to gather information and ensure accurate communication.
• Assist in managing crisis communications related to development projects.
• Contribute to social media content and online engagement strategies.
• Provide strategic advice to leadership on media engagement opportunities and challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in media relations or public relations, preferably with exposure to development or community projects.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain media relationships.
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Strong understanding of the media landscape in the Eastern Cape.
• Proficiency in social media and digital communication tools.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills.
• Knowledge of regional development challenges and opportunities in South Africa.
• Commitment to communicating positively about the Queenstown region.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that contribute to regional development.
• This role provides the flexibility of remote work, allowing for an excellent work-life balance.
• You will play a vital role in shaping the public narrative of development initiatives in Eastern Cape.
• We are committed to professional growth and offer development opportunities.
• Join our client and make a significant impact from Queenstown, ZA.