Communications Specialist

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension fund

Training and development opportunities

Cape Town office

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct in Cape Town, Western Cape, seeks a Communications Specialist to join the Media & PR team. You will craft clear content, manage internal and external communications, and support strategy execution in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong writing, editing, and organizational skills, with 1–3 years in communications or PR. In-office collaboration and mentorship are offered in a supportive team setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field.
• 1–3 years in communications, PR, or marketing.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft and edit memos, press releases, speeches, and social content.
• Develop and implement communication strategies.
• Update intranet and external websites with relevant content.
• Assist media relations and respond to inquiries.
• Coordinate internal projects and events.
• Ensure consistency with brand guidelines.
• Monitor channels for feedback and engagement.
• Support production of marketing materials.
• Maintain media contacts and assets database.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Proofreading

CMS

Portfolio

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Tools

CMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking a talented and motivated Communications Specialist to join their Media & PR department in the beautiful city of **Cape Town, Western Cape**. This role is crucial for developing and disseminating engaging content, managing internal and external communications, and supporting the overall communication strategy of the organization. The ideal candidate will possess a strong command of language, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for creating clear, concise, and impactful messages. This is an excellent opportunity for a rising professional to make a significant contribution within a dynamic industry. The role is based in our **Cape Town** office, offering a full in-office experience to foster team collaboration and provide direct mentorship.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and edit communications for a variety of mediums, such as internal memos, press releases, speeches, and social media content.
• Assist in the development and execution of communication strategies.
• Manage and update company intranet and external websites with relevant content.
• Support media relations efforts by preparing materials and responding to inquiries.
• Coordinate communication efforts for internal projects and events.
• Ensure all communications adhere to brand guidelines and company standards.
• Monitor communication channels for feedback and engagement, responding appropriately.
• Assist with the production of marketing and communication materials.
• Maintain a database of media contacts and communication assets.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, English, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in a communications, PR, or marketing role.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Familiarity with various communication platforms and digital media.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively in a Cape Town setting.
• Proactive and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Experience with content management systems (CMS) is a plus.
• A portfolio showcasing writing samples is highly recommended.

Benefits

• Annual salary of R .
• Participation in a company pension fund.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment in **Cape Town, Western Cape**.
• Access to company facilities and resources.
• Standard leave provisions and public holidays.