Communications And Public Relations Officer

AUDA - NEPAD; Johannesburg; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

AUDA - NEPAD is seeking a Communications and Public Relations Officer based in Johannesburg, South Africa. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing communication strategies, managing media relations, and engaging in public engagement activities within an international development context. This role requires strong expertise in communication, a relevant degree, and capacity to work in a multicultural environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience for Master's degree holders, or 4 years for Bachelor's holders.
• Experience in international development/public health is advantageous.
• Fluency in one AU official language, with another as an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop communication strategies and manage public relations.
• Create and disseminate communication materials for various stakeholders.
• Engage with media and manage public engagement initiatives.

Skills

Communication strategy

Public relations

Media relations

Digital communication tools

Content creation

Social media management

Presentation skills

Report writing

Organizational skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Master's degree in Communication, Public Relations, Journalism

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Basic design tools

Job description

Job title : Communications and Public Relations Officer

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg Deadline : August 14, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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Required Skills andCompetencies

• Strong expertise in communication strategy and public relations.
• Experience in communication strategy development, media relations, and public engagement.
• Proficiency in digital communication tools, content creation, and social media management.
• Experience in designing and disseminating communication materials, particularly in the context of international development or public health.
• Proficiency in office software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) and basic design tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to a fast-paced work environment.
• Proficiency in one AU official language (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic), with fluency in another as an advantage.
• Ability to work in a multicultural and multilingual environment.
• Excellent presentation, report writing, and communication skills.

Education andExperience :

• A Master's degree in Communication, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field with a minimum relevant experience of two (2) years of working experience within multilateral / development institutions or similar organisations nationally, regionally and / or internationally.
• Experience in international development or public health programs is added advantage.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field with a minimum relevant experience of four (4) years of working experience within multilateral / development institutions or similar organisations nationally, regionally and / or internationally.
• Experience in international development or public health programs is added advantage.