Communications Specialist

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical aid

Retirement plan

Generous leave

Professional development

Mossel Bay location

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a versatile Communications Specialist to join our Mossel Bay team. You will drive internal communications, craft engaging content for newsletters, intranet, and social channels, and support public relations initiatives to enhance our brand presence.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensure brand consistency, and contribute to strategic messaging. This role offers growth in a coastal, vibrant work environment and opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, English, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in corporate communications, content creation, or public relations.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with strong grammar.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement internal communication plans to keep employees informed and engaged.
• Create content for newsletters, intranet, website, and social media.
• Support PR team in developing media materials and outreach strategies.
• Manage the company's social media presence and monitor engagement.

Skills

Content creation

CMS

Social media

Public relations

Communication strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field

Tools

Graphic design tools

CMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a versatile and skilled Communications Specialist to join their team based in Mossel Bay . This role encompasses a broad range of communication activities, including internal communications, content creation, and supporting public relations initiatives. You will play a key part in ensuring clear, consistent, and engaging communication across all organizational levels and external stakeholders. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate communicator to contribute to the strategic messaging and brand presence of a growing company in a beautiful coastal town.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement internal communication plans to keep employees informed and engaged.
• Create compelling content for various channels, including newsletters, intranet, website, and social media.
• Support the public relations team in developing media materials and executing outreach strategies.
• Manage the company's social media presence, monitoring engagement and responding to inquiries.
• Assist in organizing company events and managing communication logistics.
• Ensure brand consistency in messaging and visual identity across all communications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, English, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in corporate communications, content creation, or public relations.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong command of grammar.
• Proficiency in content management systems (CMS) and social media platforms.
• Experience with graphic design tools is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for annual bonuses.
• Company-provided medical aid and retirement savings plan.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Vibrant work environment in the scenic location of Mossel Bay .