Communications Manager

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Híbrido; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 800 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Hybrid work model

Private medical aid

Pension fund

Performance bonuses

Professional development

Relocation assistance

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Communications Manager in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will shape the company narrative, oversee internal and external communications, and manage media relations to protect and enhance the corporate image.

The role requires leadership of a small team, strategic oversight, and cross-functional collaboration across the business. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in a related field with 8+ years in corporate communications or public relations,

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in corporate communications, public relations, or a related field.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful communication strategies.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Strong media relations experience with established contacts in KwaZulu-Natal.
• Experience in crisis communication management.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities.
• Proficiency in using communication and social media management tools.
• Strategic thinker with analytic and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement integrated communication strategies for internal and external audiences.
• Manage corporate public relations, media relations, and crisis communications.
• Oversee content creation for website, social media, press releases, and internal newsletters.
• Maintain relationships with media contacts and industry stakeholders in KwaZulu-Natal.
• Ensure brand messaging consistency across all materials.
• Lead and mentor a team of communication specialists.
• Manage the communications budget and resources.
• Analyze campaign effectiveness and report on key metrics.
• Advise senior leadership on communication strategies and issues.
• Organize and manage corporate events and stakeholder engagements.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Media relations

Crisis communication

Strategic thinking

Written and verbal communication

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Public Relations/Journalism/Marketing

Master's degree (preferred)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a significant player in the industrial sector based in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal , is seeking an experienced and strategic Communications Manager. This role is critical for shaping and disseminating the company's narrative, managing stakeholder relations, and ensuring clear, consistent communication across all internal and external channels. You will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive communication strategies that align with the company's business objectives and enhance its public image. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership qualities, exceptional communication skills, and a proven ability to manage complex communication projects within the Richards Bay region. This is a key leadership position within our organization, offering the chance to influence our corporate voice.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated communication strategies, including internal and external communications.
• Manage all aspects of corporate public relations, media relations, and crisis communications.
• Oversee the creation of compelling content for various platforms, including website, social media, press releases, and internal newsletters.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key media contacts and industry stakeholders in KwaZulu-Natal .
• Ensure brand consistency and messaging across all communication materials.
• Lead and mentor a team of communication specialists.
• Manage the communications budget effectively.
• Monitor and analyze communication campaign effectiveness, reporting on key metrics.
• Advise senior leadership on communication strategies and potential issues.
• Organize and manage corporate events and stakeholder engagements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• A Master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in corporate communications, public relations, or a related field.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful communication strategies.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Strong media relations experience, with established contacts in the Richards Bay area and KwaZulu-Natal .
• Experience in crisis communication management.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities.
• Proficiency in using communication and social media management tools.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary package, ranging from ZAR per annum , commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• The comprehensive benefits include private medical aid, a generous pension fund, performance bonuses, and significant opportunities for professional development.
• This role adopts a hybrid work model, offering flexibility while maintaining essential in-person collaboration at our Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal offices.
• You will be part of a leading organization with a strong commitment to employee growth and work-life balance.
• Additional benefits include relocation assistance (if applicable) and access to advanced communication technologies.