Communications Manager - Remote First

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote-first

Professional development

Impactful role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Communications Manager to lead our client’s communication efforts in a remote-first role. You will craft strategies, oversee content creation, manage media relations, and ensure consistent brand messaging across channels while engaging stakeholders within Randburg and beyond.

The role requires a minimum of five years in communications or PR, exceptional writing and storytelling, crisis management experience, and strong leadership and collaboration skills to

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in communications, PR, or related field.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Strong media relations and digital communications knowledge.
• Crisis communication and reputation management experience.
• Excellent leadership and remote teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Oversee content creation across press releases, social media, website, and internal comms.
• Manage media relations and secure positive coverage.
• Ensure brand consistency across all materials and platforms.
• Lead and mentor the communications team or collaborate with internal stakeholders.
• Monitor media coverage and advise on strategy adjustments.

Skills

Strategy & planning

Writing & storytelling

Media relations

Crisis communication

Leadership & coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Journalism/Public Relations

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic Communications Manager to lead their communication efforts. This is a remote-first position, enabling you to shape and disseminate impactful messages from wherever you are, with a focus on engaging stakeholders within the Randburg area and beyond. You will be responsible for developing and executing communication strategies, overseeing content creation, managing media relations, and ensuring consistent brand messaging across all platforms. This crucial role requires a seasoned professional with exceptional leadership and communication skills, dedicated to amplifying our client's mission and impact through effective storytelling in a virtual environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies aligned with organizational goals and objectives.
• Oversee the creation and dissemination of compelling content across various channels, including press releases, social media, website, and internal communications.
• Manage media relations, cultivating positive relationships with journalists and securing positive coverage.
• Ensure brand consistency and messaging across all communication materials and platforms.
• Lead and mentor the communications team (if applicable) or work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to achieve communication objectives.
• Monitor media coverage and public sentiment, providing insights and recommendations for strategy adjustments relevant to the Randburg community and wider audience.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in communications, public relations, or a related field, with a proven track record of developing and executing successful communication strategies.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to craft clear, concise, and persuasive messages for diverse audiences.
• Strong understanding of media relations, social media management, and digital communication platforms.
• Experience with crisis communication and reputation management.
• Excellent leadership, project management, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team setting.
• A Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Significant flexibility with a remote-first work model.
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth.
• A key role in shaping the public perception and impact of a valued organization in the Randburg area.
• Collaborative and forward-thinking virtual team environment.
• Access to resources and tools for effective remote communication management.