Chief Communications Officer — Cape Town, PR Leader

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive health insurance

Bonus potential

Relocation assistance

Company car/allowance

Pension plan

Professional networking opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town, Western Cape, seeks an accomplished Communications Director to lead media and public relations efforts from our main office. This senior role requires a strategic visionary with 10+ years in communications, a Master’s degree, and proven leadership to shape public discourse and manage corporate reputation.

The role is in-office, full-time, based in Cape Town, with responsibilities across internal and external communications, stakeholder engagement, and budget oversight.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in a senior communications role, with a strong background in media relations.
• Proven track record in managing corporate communications and public perception.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Experience in crisis management and reputation defense.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive corporate communication strategy.
• Manage all media relations, press inquiries, and public announcements.
• Oversee the creation of press releases, speeches, articles, and other communication materials.
• Lead and mentor the communications team, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Develop and implement crisis communication plans to protect the company's reputation.
• Engage with stakeholders, including investors, government officials, and community leaders.
• Monitor media coverage and analyze trends affecting the company and industry.
• Ensure consistency and clarity in all internal and external communications.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to define communication objectives and messaging.
• Manage the communications budget effectively.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Media relations

Crisis management

Executive communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Master's Degree in Communications or related field

Job description

Placements24 in Cape Town, Western Cape, seeks an accomplished Communications Director to lead media and public relations efforts from our main office. This senior role requires a strategic visionary with 10+ years in communications, a Master’s degree, and proven leadership to shape public discourse and manage corporate reputation.

The role is in-office, full-time, based in Cape Town, with responsibilities across internal and external communications, stakeholder engagement, and budget oversight.