Communications Director

Placements24; Gauteng; Híbrido; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 800 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is assisting in a Pretoria-based leadership search for a Communications Director. The role leads strategic internal and external communications, ensuring consistent brand messaging and reputational strength.

Ideal candidate demonstrates 10+ years in communications leadership, with deep Media & PR experience, and a proven track record in high-impact strategy delivery. Hybrid work model in Gauteng emphasizes strong leadership and collaboration.

Qualificações

• Master's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive communications leadership experience with emphasis on Media & PR.
• Proven track record in developing and executing impactful strategies for large organizations.
• Exceptional leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
• Crisis communications and reputation management experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication with storytelling and persuasive messaging.
• In-depth knowledge of South African media landscape and policy environment.
• Experience in digital communications, social media strategy, and content creation.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive communication strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Oversee media relations activities, including crisis communications, press conferences, and spokesperson training.
• Manage corporate reputation and brand messaging across platforms for consistency and impact.
• Lead and mentor the communications team to foster excellence and collaboration.
• Develop and execute internal communication strategies to engage employees and align with organizational vision.
• Oversee creation and distribution of external communications materials, including press releases, reports, and digital content.
• Build and maintain relationships with key media contacts, influencers, and stakeholders.
• Monitor media coverage and public sentiment; provide insights to senior leadership.
• Manage the communications budget and ensure efficient allocation of resources.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Media relations

Crisis communications

Reputation management

Internal communications

Digital communications

Content creation

Storytelling

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Formação académica

Master's degree in Communications or related

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a leading entity in the Media & PR landscape, is seeking an exceptional and visionary Communications Director to lead their strategic communication initiatives from Pretoria, Gauteng. This senior leadership role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of internal and external communications, ensuring consistent brand messaging, and enhancing the organization's reputation. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned communications professional with a proven ability to develop and execute high-impact strategies, manage a team, and navigate complex communication challenges. They will possess strong leadership qualities, exceptional strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of the media and PR environment. This is a pivotal opportunity to shape the narrative of a respected organization in Pretoria, Gauteng and drive its communication efforts to new heights. The role operates on a hybrid model, blending focused remote work with essential in-office collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive communication strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Oversee all media relations activities, including crisis communications, press conferences, and spokesperson training.
• Manage corporate reputation and brand messaging across all platforms, ensuring consistency and impact.
• Lead and mentor the communications team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
• Develop and execute internal communication strategies to engage employees and ensure alignment with organizational vision.
• Oversee the creation and distribution of all external communications materials, including press releases, reports, and digital content.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key media contacts, industry influencers, and stakeholders.
• Monitor media coverage and public sentiment, providing insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Manage the communications budget effectively and ensure optimal allocation of resources.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging communication technologies.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a progressive communications leadership role, with a strong emphasis on Media & PR.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing impactful communication strategies for large organizations.
• Exceptional leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven experience in crisis communications and reputation management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong command of storytelling and persuasive messaging.
• In-depth knowledge of the South African media landscape and public policy environment.
• Experience in digital communications, social media strategy, and content creation is highly valued.
• Ability to think strategically, solve complex problems, and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Reside or be willing to relocate to the Pretoria, Gauteng area for hybrid work model.

Benefits

Our client offers an attractive executive compensation package, including a competitive base salary, bonus incentives, and comprehensive health and retirement benefits.

This role provides significant opportunities for professional development and strategic impact. The hybrid work arrangement in Pretoria, Gauteng supports a balance between productive independent work and collaborative team engagement.