Remote Crisis Communications Strategist

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus

Premium health coverage

Retirement planning

Generous paid time off

Training & certifications

Industry forums access

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Remote Crisis Communications Manager to lead strategy, shape messaging, and oversee communications during incidents for a global organization. You will provide strategic counsel to senior leadership, manage media relations and stakeholder engagement, and train teams for crisis readiness in a fast-paced, fully remote setting.

This role requires 10+ years in PR or journalism with crisis focus and a Master’s degree; competitive executive pay, performance bonuses,

Qualifications

• 10+ years in public relations, corporate communications, or journalism with crisis focus.
• Master’s degree in Communications, PR, Journalism, or related field.
• Proven ability to lead crisis plans and advise senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain crisis communication plans and protocols.
• Lead messaging during crises across all channels.
• Advise senior leadership and incident management teams.
• Coordinate with media and external stakeholders during crises.
• Train internal teams on procedures and conduct post-crisis reviews.

Skills

Crisis communications

Media relations

Stakeholder management

Strategic counsel

Education

Master's degree in Communications / PR / Journalism

Tools

Crisis communication software

Media monitoring tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Remote Crisis Communications Manager to lead strategy, shape messaging, and oversee communications during incidents for a global organization. You will provide strategic counsel to senior leadership, manage media relations and stakeholder engagement, and train teams for crisis readiness in a fast-paced, fully remote setting.

This role requires 10+ years in PR or journalism with crisis focus and a Master’s degree; competitive executive pay, performance bonuses,