Communications Manager - Advocacy

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 520,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Remote work

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks an experienced Communications Manager for a remote role in Randburg, focusing on advocacy messaging to stakeholders, the public, and policymakers. You will develop strategies, lead media relations, and coordinate content across channels.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in communications and 5+ years in PR/marketing, with proven ability to craft persuasive narratives and manage digital campaigns with analytics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in communications, public relations, or marketing, preferably in advocacy or non-profit sectors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to craft persuasive narratives.
• Demonstrated experience in media relations and digital communications strategy.
• Proficiency in social media management tools and analytics.
• Ability to work independently and proactively in a remote setting, managing multiple projects and deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated communication plans to support advocacy goals.
• Create compelling content for various platforms, including press releases, social media, website copy, newsletters, and reports.
• Manage media relations, respond to inquiries, and build relationships with journalists and influencers.
• Oversee the organization's social media presence and engagement strategies.
• Monitor media coverage and public discourse related to our advocacy areas.
• Collaborate with program staff to ensure consistent and effective messaging across all communications.

Skills

Media relations

Digital communications

Public relations

Strategic communications

Content creation

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, PR, Journalism, or related field

Tools

Social media management tools

Analytics platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading advocacy organization dedicated to policy change in Randburg , is seeking an experienced and strategic Communications Manager . This role is crucial for shaping and disseminating our message to key stakeholders, the public, and policymakers. Working in a fully remote capacity, you will develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies that amplify our advocacy efforts, build public awareness, and drive engagement. This position requires a creative thinker with a strong understanding of media relations, digital communications, and public relations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated communication plans to support advocacy goals.
• Create compelling content for various platforms, including press releases, social media, website copy, newsletters, and reports.
• Manage media relations, respond to inquiries, and build relationships with journalists and influencers.
• Oversee the organization's social media presence and engagement strategies.
• Monitor media coverage and public discourse related to our advocacy areas.
• Collaborate with program staff to ensure consistent and effective messaging across all communications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in communications, public relations, or marketing, preferably in advocacy or non-profit sectors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to craft persuasive narratives.
• Demonstrated experience in media relations and digital communications strategy.
• Proficiency in social media management tools and analytics.
• Ability to work independently and proactively in a remote setting, managing multiple projects and deadlines effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible working hours and the autonomy of a remote position.
• Opportunities for professional development and attending industry conferences.
• A chance to significantly influence public policy and societal change.