Communications Specialist

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office stipend

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible working hours

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Communications Specialist to join a fully remote team and drive effective communication across internal and external channels. You will craft engaging content, manage CMS and social profiles, and help shape brand narratives to support organizational goals.

You will work independently in a remote setting while collaborating with stakeholders, measuring strategy effectiveness, and contributing to media materials and talking points.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications or related field.
• Proven experience as a Communications Specialist with portfolio.
• Excellent writing and editing skills; strong interpersonal communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute internal and external communication plans.
• Write, edit, and proofread newsletters, website content, social posts, memos.
• Manage company website and social profiles for accuracy and engagement.
• Coordinate communications for projects or campaigns.
• Assist in developing talking points and press materials.
• Measure effectiveness of strategies and recommend improvements.

Skills

Excellent writing

Editing

Interpersonal communication

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, PR, Journalism or related field

Tools

CMS proficiency

Social media management tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Communications Specialist to join their dynamic team in a fully remote capacity. This role is crucial for developing and implementing effective communication strategies across various internal and external channels. You will be responsible for creating engaging content, managing communication platforms, and ensuring clear, consistent messaging that supports organizational goals. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled communicator who thrives in a remote environment and is passionate about shaping brand narratives and fostering strong stakeholder relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute internal and external communication plans to support organizational objectives.
• Write, edit, and proofread various communication materials, including newsletters, website content, social media posts, and internal memos.
• Manage and update the company website and social media profiles to ensure accuracy and engagement.
• Coordinate communication efforts for specific projects or campaigns, ensuring timely and effective dissemination of information.
• Assist in developing talking points and press materials for media engagements.
• Measure the effectiveness of communication strategies and recommend improvements based on data.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Communications Specialist or similar role, with a strong portfolio of written work.
• Excellent writing, editing, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in content management systems (CMS) and social media management tools.
• Experience in developing and implementing communication strategies.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Full remote work flexibility and a home office stipend.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and attending industry conferences.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.