Regional PR & Media Lead — Upington

Placements24; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Career growth

Medical aid

Pension fund

Annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Media and Public Relations Officer to join our client’s team in Upington, Northern Cape. The role focuses on managing public image, creating communications strategies, and engaging with media and community stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in communications or related field, 3+ years in media/public relations, and strong writing and social media skills. Willingness to relocate to Upington is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in media relations, public relations, or communications.
• Proven experience in writing press releases and other communication materials.
• Strong understanding of the media landscape in the Northern Cape region.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in social media management and content creation.
• Good organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of regional development initiatives is an advantage.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Upington, Northern Cape.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute media and public relations strategies aligned with the agency's objectives.
• Write and distribute press releases, statements, and promotional materials.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with journalists, community leaders, and stakeholders.
• Manage the agency's social media presence and website content, ensuring consistent messaging.
• Monitor media coverage and public sentiment, reporting findings to management.
• Respond to media inquiries and public questions in a timely and professional manner.
• Organize and support press conferences, media events, and community outreach activities.
• Assist in developing and implementing communication plans for specific agency projects.
• Ensure adherence to brand guidelines and communication policies.
• Collaborate with internal departments to gather information and develop communication materials.

Skills

Media relations

Public relations

Press release writing

Social media management

Content creation

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications/PR/Journalism/Marketing

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Media and Public Relations Officer to join our client’s team in Upington, Northern Cape. The role focuses on managing public image, creating communications strategies, and engaging with media and community stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in communications or related field, 3+ years in media/public relations, and strong writing and social media skills. Willingness to relocate to Upington is required.