Communications Officer - Non-Profit

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a charitable organization in Sandton to recruit a Communications Officer. The role focuses on developing and delivering compelling messages that highlight impact and mission across Gauteng and beyond.

You will manage media relations, social media, and internal communications, crafting engaging stories, coordinating content, and measuring effectiveness to improve outreach. A nonprofit background and strong writing skills are essential for shaping public narrative.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in communications, public relations, or journalism, preferably within the non-profit sector.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for engaging storytelling.
• Proficiency in social media management and content creation.
• Experience with media relations and press release writing.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement communication strategies to support organizational goals.
• Write and edit press releases, newsletters, website content, and social media posts.
• Manage the organization's social media presence, fostering engagement and community interaction.
• Cultivate relationships with media contacts and respond to media inquiries.
• Assist in developing and executing internal communication plans.
• Monitor and analyze communication effectiveness, providing insights for improvement.

Skills

Communication skills

Storytelling

Social media management

Media relations

Press release writing

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Public Relations/Journalism

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a creative and articulate Communications Officer to enhance their public image and stakeholder engagement in Sandton . This role is essential for developing and disseminating compelling messages that highlight the organization's impact and mission throughout the Gauteng province and beyond. You will be responsible for managing various communication channels, including media relations, social media, and internal communications. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled communicator passionate about storytelling and amplifying the voice of a charitable organization, contributing to a collaborative and impactful team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement communication strategies to support organizational goals.
• Write and edit press releases, newsletters, website content, and social media posts.
• Manage the organization's social media presence, fostering engagement and community interaction.
• Cultivate relationships with media contacts and respond to media inquiries.
• Assist in developing and executing internal communication plans.
• Monitor and analyze communication effectiveness, providing insights for improvement.

Requirements

• Proven experience in communications, public relations, or journalism, preferably within the non-profit sector.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for engaging storytelling.
• Proficiency in social media management and content creation.
• Experience with media relations and press release writing.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to shape the narrative of a significant charitable organization.
• Professional growth and development in communications strategy.
• Work in a vibrant and collaborative office environment in Sandton .
• Be part of an organization dedicated to making a positive societal impact.