Communications Officer

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative work culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban is seeking a Communications Officer to join the Media & PR team. You will help develop and implement effective communication strategies, ensuring clear messaging across internal and external channels. You will craft content, manage social media, and assist in media relations to support impactful campaigns.

The role requires strong writing and editing skills, familiarity with media relations, and the ability to work with multiple departments in a hybrid Durban setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in communications or public relations.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Experience with social media management tools and content creation.
• Familiarity with media relations principles and practices.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and executing communication plans for projects and campaigns.
• Create engaging content for social media, website, newsletters, and other platforms.
• Monitor social media channels and respond to inquiries and comments promptly.
• Support the PR team in media outreach and press materials.
• Ensure communications adhere to brand guidelines and messaging consistency.
• Help organize and coordinate internal and external communication events.

Skills

Content creation

Social media management

Editing & proofreading

Brand messaging

Media relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Marketing/Journalism

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking organization in Durban , is seeking a skilled Communications Officer to join their bustling Media & PR department. In this vital role, you will support the development and implementation of effective communication strategies, ensuring clear and consistent messaging across all internal and external channels. You will work closely with various departments to create engaging content, manage social media presence, and assist in media relations. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to impactful communication initiatives within the vibrant coastal city of Durban , working within a supportive and dynamic team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and executing communication plans for various projects and campaigns.
• Create engaging content for social media, website, newsletters, and other communication platforms.
• Monitor social media channels and respond to inquiries and comments promptly.
• Support the PR team in media outreach activities and the preparation of press materials.
• Ensure all communications adhere to brand guidelines and messaging consistency.
• Help organize and coordinate internal and external communication events.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in a communications or public relations role.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Experience with social media management tools and content creation.
• Familiarity with media relations principles and practices.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Hybrid work arrangement for work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for career growth and skill development.
• Collaborative and inclusive work culture in Durban .