Communications Officer

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Hybrid work

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks a Communications Officer to elevate the organisation's public profile and engagement through compelling content and cross-channel messaging.

You will manage content across website, social media, newsletters and press releases, coordinate media relations, and ensure brand consistency while balancing in-office work with flexible remote execution in the Western Cape community.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in communications, public relations, or journalism.
• Excellent writing, editing, and content creation skills.
• Proficiency in social media management and digital marketing tools.
• Strong understanding of media relations and public outreach.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment.
• Creative thinker with a passion for storytelling and social impact.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy to support organizational goals.
• Create engaging content for website, social media, newsletters, and press releases.
• Manage social media accounts, fostering community interaction and engagement.
• Coordinate media relations, respond to inquiries, and build relationships with journalists.
• Ensure brand consistency across all communication materials and platforms.
• Monitor media coverage and analyze communication campaign effectiveness.

Skills

Communications

Public relations

Journalism

Content creation

Social media management

Digital marketing

Media relations

Storytelling

Tools

Social media tools

Digital analytics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a creative and skilled Communications Officer to enhance their public profile and engagement efforts in Stellenbosch . This role is essential for crafting and disseminating compelling messages that highlight the organization's impact and inspire support. You will manage various communication channels, develop engaging content, and ensure consistent brand messaging across all platforms. This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented communicator passionate about social causes to shape narratives and build connections within the vibrant Western Cape community, blending office-based strategy with flexible remote execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy to support organizational goals.
• Create engaging content for website, social media, newsletters, and press releases.
• Manage social media accounts, fostering community interaction and engagement.
• Coordinate media relations, respond to inquiries, and build relationships with journalists.
• Ensure brand consistency across all communication materials and platforms.
• Monitor media coverage and analyze communication campaign effectiveness.

Requirements

• Proven experience in communications , public relations, or journalism.
• Excellent writing, editing, and content creation skills.
• Proficiency in social media management and digital marketing tools.
• Strong understanding of media relations and public outreach.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing remote and in-office tasks.
• Creative thinker with a passion for storytelling and social impact.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to shape the public perception of a vital organization.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement.
• Professional development opportunities in the communications field.
• Be part of a dynamic team making a difference in the Stellenbosch area.