Communications Assistant

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health benefits

Paid time off

Mentorship program

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an organized Communications Assistant to support PR and marketing efforts in Kimberley. The role involves content creation, media monitoring, and administrative tasks for communication campaigns, with a hybrid work structure allowing flexibility while ensuring team presence.

This entry-level position offers growth opportunities within a fast-paced communications team and exposure to media outreach and industry research.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field.
• 0-2 years of experience in a communications, PR, or administrative support role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic social media management.
• Ability to adapt to a hybrid work environment in Kimberley.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting and editing press releases, social media posts, and other communication materials.
• Monitor media coverage and compile daily/weekly reports.
• Maintain the media contact database and support outreach efforts.
• Provide administrative support to the communications team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
• Help coordinate logistics for press events and media engagements.
• Conduct research on industry trends and potential media opportunities.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Social media basics

Education

Bachelor's or Diploma in Communications

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an organized and enthusiastic Communications Assistant to support their public relations and marketing efforts in Kimberley . This role is crucial for assisting with content creation, media monitoring, and administrative tasks related to communication campaigns. You will gain valuable experience in a fast-paced environment, working closely with the communications team. This position offers a great starting point for a career in PR and marketing, with a hybrid work structure enabling flexibility while ensuring team presence in the Kimberley office.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting and editing press releases, social media posts, and other communication materials.
• Monitor media coverage and compile daily/weekly reports.
• Maintain the media contact database and support outreach efforts.
• Provide administrative support to the communications team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
• Help coordinate logistics for press events and media engagements.
• Conduct research on industry trends and potential media opportunities.

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
• 0-2 years of experience in a communications, PR, or administrative support role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic social media management.
• Ability to adapt to a hybrid work environment in Kimberley.

Benefits

• Entry-level salary with potential for increases based on performance.
• Hybrid work model offering a blend of remote and office-based work.
• Basic health benefits and paid time off.
• Mentorship and training opportunities within the communications department.
• Be part of a supportive team in Kimberley , contributing to key company initiatives.