Communications Specialist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health and retirement benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng is looking for a Communications Specialist to develop and implement strategies that boost brand awareness and stakeholder engagement. You will create content across websites, social media, newsletters, and press releases while supporting media relations and internal communications.

The role offers a dynamic hybrid work environment, opportunities for professional development, and collaboration with multiple departments to ensure consistent messaging and impactful outreach

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, PR, Marketing, Journalism, or related field.
• 2–4 years experience in communications or PR.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong editing capabilities.
• Proficiency in social media management tools and content creation platforms.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Experience with analytics tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, write, and edit engaging content for websites, social media, newsletters, and press releases.
• Manage and update company social media profiles with brand consistency.
• Support planning and execution of internal and external communications.
• Assist in managing media relations, respond to inquiries, coordinate interviews.
• Monitor channels for feedback and industry trends, report insights.
• Collaborate with departments to ensure consistent messaging.

Skills

Content creation

Editing

Social media management

Project management

Analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications / PR / Marketing / Journalism

Tools

Content creation platforms

Analytics tools

Social media management tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a skilled Communications Specialist to join their team in Mahikeng. This role is instrumental in developing and implementing effective communication strategies that enhance brand awareness and stakeholder engagement. You will be responsible for creating compelling content across various platforms, managing internal and external communications, and supporting media relations efforts. This position offers a dynamic work environment and the chance to contribute significantly to the organization's outreach and reputation, with a flexible hybrid work model.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, write, and edit engaging content for websites, social media, newsletters, and press releases.
• Manage and update company social media profiles, ensuring brand consistency and timely engagement.
• Support the planning and execution of internal and external communication initiatives.
• Assist in managing media relations, responding to inquiries, and coordinating interviews.
• Monitor communication channels for feedback and industry trends, reporting key insights.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure effective and consistent messaging.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in a communications or PR role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong editing capabilities.
• Proficiency in social media management tools and content creation platforms.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience with analytics tools to measure communication effectiveness is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance of remote and office work.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A collaborative and growth-oriented work environment in Mahikeng.