Communications Officer

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Communications Officer in East London to shape and disseminate the organization's message across multiple platforms. You will develop engaging content, manage social media, and ensure consistent brand messaging to support the organization's mission in the Eastern Cape community.

Ideal candidates will have a degree in Communications or related field, proven PR/digital marketing experience, excellent writing and storytelling skills, and proficiency with social media

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or related field.
• Proven experience in communications, public relations, or digital marketing.
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Proficiency with social media management tools and content creation software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Create engaging content for website, social media, newsletters, press releases, and reports.
• Manage and grow the organization's social media presence across platforms.
• Build and maintain relationships with media outlets and journalists.
• Ensure communications are accurate, consistent, and adhere to brand guidelines.
• Monitor media coverage and public sentiment regarding the organization and its causes.
• Organize and promote public events and campaigns.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Storytelling

Social media

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Marketing/Journalism

Tools

Social media tools

Content creation software

Job description

Our client, an organization dedicated to promoting public awareness and advocating for social change in East London , seeks a creative and articulate Communications Officer . This role is central to shaping and disseminating the organization's message across various platforms. You will develop engaging content, manage social media presence, and ensure consistent brand messaging to enhance public understanding and support for our mission within the Eastern Cape community.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Create compelling content for various channels, including website, social media, newsletters, press releases, and reports.
• Manage and grow the organization's social media presence across relevant platforms.
• Build and maintain relationships with media outlets and journalists.
• Ensure all communications are accurate, consistent, and adhere to brand guidelines.
• Monitor media coverage and public sentiment regarding the organization and its causes.
• Organize and promote public events and campaigns.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field.
• Proven experience in communications, public relations, or digital marketing.
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Proficiency in social media management tools and content creation software.
• Strong understanding of media relations and public outreach strategies.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines in East London .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to be a key voice for a meaningful cause.
• A collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Be part of impactful work within the East London community.