Communications Officer

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Medical aid and pension

Professional development opportunities

Generous annual leave

Company-sponsored events

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom, Free State, seeks a Communications Officer to lead external and internal messaging. You will craft content, manage media relations, and ensure brand consistency across channels, collaborating with departments and shaping our public image.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in communications, excellent writing/editing skills, CMS familiarity, and a proactive approach to engaging diverse audiences while supporting crisis communications and events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, PR, Journalism, Marketing or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in a communications role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with strong editing abilities.
• Proficiency in social media management and content creation.
• Experience with media relations and press releases writing.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to collaborate across departments and CMS familiarity.
• Understanding of the South Africa communications landscape.
• Hybrid work capability from Welkom office.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute internal and external communication plans.
• Write, edit, and distribute press releases, newsletters, website content, and social media updates.
• Manage social media presence and online reputation.
• Liaise with media outlets and respond to press inquiries.
• Coordinate communications for events and initiatives.
• Ensure brand consistency across all materials.
• Support marketing materials development.
• Monitor media coverage and report key metrics.
• Facilitate internal communications to keep employees informed.
• Assist in crisis communication planning and responses.

Skills

Writing and editing

Social media management

Content creation

Interpersonal skills

Media relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or related field

Tools

CMS

Media monitoring tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Communications Officer to join their team in Welkom, Free State . This role will involve developing and implementing effective communication strategies to enhance the company's public image and internal engagement. The ideal candidate will possess strong writing, editing, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple communication channels. You will be instrumental in crafting compelling content, managing media relations, and ensuring clear, consistent messaging across all platforms. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing organization and shape its communication efforts in the Free State region. We are looking for a creative individual who can adapt to evolving communication needs and engage diverse audiences effectively. Your expertise will be key in building strong relationships with stakeholders and amplifying our client's mission and values.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute internal and external communication plans.
• Write, edit, and distribute press releases, newsletters, website content, and social media updates.
• Manage the company's social media presence and online reputation.
• Liaise with media outlets and respond to press inquiries.
• Organize and coordinate communication for company events and initiatives.
• Ensure brand consistency in all communications.
• Support the development of marketing materials.
• Monitor media coverage and report on key communications metrics.
• Facilitate internal communication flow to keep employees informed.
• Assist in developing crisis communication strategies and responses.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in a communications role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong editing abilities.
• Proficiency in social media management and content creation.
• Experience with media relations and press release writing.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with different departments.
• Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) is an advantage.
• Understanding of the communication landscape in South Africa .
• Must be available to work from our Welkom office on a hybrid basis.

Benefits

• Annual salary of R .
• Hybrid work arrangement offering a balance between office and remote work.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and pension.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment in Welkom .
• Generous annual leave.
• Opportunities to work on diverse and impactful projects.
• Regular performance reviews with clear career progression.
• Employee wellness programs.
• Company-sponsored social events.