Senior Communications Specialist

Placements24; Queenstown (MD); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working hours

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 client, a non-profit focused on community development, seeks a Senior Communications Specialist for a fully remote role with ties to Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will lead strategic plans to amplify impact and manage multi-channel communications.

The role requires storytelling excellence, strong media relations, and ability to engage diverse stakeholders. Travel to events may be required occasionally as part of outreach and partnership building.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in communications, public relations, or a similar role.
• Proven experience in developing and executing successful communication strategies.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills for varied audiences.
• Strong understanding of digital channels, social media marketing, and content creation.
• Experience in media relations and building positive relationships with journalists.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently and thrive in a remote work environment.
• Experience with non-profit organizations or community initiatives is a plus.
• Understanding the mission and challenges in the Eastern Cape context.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies
• Create engaging content for website, social media, newsletters, and reports
• Manage media relations including press releases and inquiries
• Oversee digital presence with website updates and social media
• Develop campaigns to raise awareness in Queenstown area and beyond
• Support internal communications to keep staff informed
• Monitor effectiveness and provide analysis and recommendations
• Assist in crisis communication planning
• Translate complex information into accessible messages for diverse audiences
• Represent the organization at public forums and events, with occasional travel

Skills

Strategic communications

Content development

Media relations

Stakeholder engagement

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/PR/Journaling/Marketing

Tools

Social media platforms

CMS

Media monitoring tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a non-profit organization dedicated to community development, is seeking an experienced and passionate Senior Communications Specialist. This is a critical remote role, requiring a self-driven individual to lead the development and execution of strategic communication plans aimed at amplifying the organization’s impact and outreach. While the role is remote, there is a strong connection to the Queenstown, Eastern Cape region where the organization has a significant presence. The ideal candidate will be adept at crafting compelling narratives, managing multiple communication channels, and building relationships with stakeholders, media, and the community. This is a unique opportunity to leverage communication expertise for social good, contributing to meaningful change from a remote work setting. The position demands creativity, strategic thinking, and a commitment to the organization’s mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Create engaging content for various platforms, including website, social media, newsletters, and reports.
• Manage media relations, including press releases, media outreach, and responding to inquiries.
• Oversee the organization’s digital presence, including website updates and social media management.
• Develop and execute campaigns to raise awareness and support for the organization’s initiatives in the Queenstown area and beyond.
• Support internal communications to ensure staff are informed and engaged.
• Monitor communication effectiveness and provide analysis and recommendations.
• Assist in developing crisis communication plans.
• Collaborate with program staff and leadership to translate complex information into accessible messages.
• Represent the organization in public forums and community events as needed, potentially requiring occasional travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in communications, public relations, or a similar role.
• Proven experience in developing and executing successful communication strategies.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to adapt tone and style for different audiences.
• Strong understanding of digital communication channels, social media marketing, and content creation.
• Experience in media relations and building positive relationships with journalists.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote work environment.
• Experience working with non-profit organizations or community-based initiatives is a plus.
• Commitment to the mission and values of the organization, with an understanding of the challenges and opportunities in the Eastern Cape.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package, reflective of the seniority and remote nature of the role.
• Benefits include flexible working hours, opportunities for professional development and training, and the immense satisfaction of contributing to a meaningful cause.
• While working remotely, you will have access to collaborative online tools and a supportive virtual team environment.
• This role offers the chance to make a significant impact from anywhere, while fostering connections with communities in and around Queenstown, Eastern Cape.