Communications Executive

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work opportunity

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working hours

Mission-driven organization

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Communications Executive for a fully remote role serving a South African non-profit. You will develop and execute communication strategies to amplify the organization’s mission, engage stakeholders, and raise awareness across digital channels.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in communications, PR, or digital marketing, with excellent writing and content creation skills, and a passion for social causes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in communications, public relations, or digital marketing.
• Proven ability to create engaging written and visual content.
• Experience managing social media platforms and growing online communities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• A passion for social causes and non-profit work is highly desirable.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive communication plans to support organizational goals.
• Create content for website, social media, newsletters, and press releases.
• Manage and grow the organization's social media presence and online community.
• Build and maintain relationships with media contacts and stakeholders.
• Monitor media coverage and online conversations related to the organization's work.
• Assist in organizing events and public awareness campaigns.
• Ensure brand consistency across all communication materials.
• Support fundraising and advocacy efforts through effective communication.
• Prepare reports on communication activities and their impact.

Skills

Written communication

Social media management

Content creation

Remote work

Project management

Public relations

Strategic communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Bachelor's degree in Marketing

Bachelor's degree in Journalism

Tools

Social media tools

Job description

Our client, a forward-thinking non-profit organization, is actively seeking a dynamic Communications Executive to join their dedicated team. This position is fully remote, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere in South Africa. You will be responsible for developing and executing communication strategies that amplify the organization's mission and impact. This role requires a creative individual with excellent writing skills, a strong understanding of digital communication channels, and a passion for social impact. You will play a crucial part in engaging stakeholders, raising awareness, and fostering community support for our client's vital work.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive communication plans to support organizational goals.
• Create compelling content for various channels, including website, social media, newsletters, and press releases.
• Manage and grow the organization's social media presence and online community.
• Build and maintain relationships with media contacts and relevant stakeholders.
• Monitor media coverage and online conversations related to the organization's work.
• Assist in organizing events and public awareness campaigns.
• Ensure brand consistency across all communication materials.
• Support fundraising and advocacy efforts through effective communication.
• Prepare reports on communication activities and their impact.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in communications, public relations, or digital marketing.
• Proven ability to create engaging written and visual content.
• Experience managing social media platforms and growing online communities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in using communication and social media management tools.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• A passion for social causes and non-profit work is highly desirable.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of ZAR .
• Fully remote work opportunity, offering significant work-life balance.
• The chance to contribute meaningfully to a respected non-profit organization.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• Flexible working hours within a supportive remote team structure.
• Be part of a mission-driven organization making a tangible difference.