Communications Specialist

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and comprehensive福利

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley seeks a Communications Specialist to craft clear, compelling messages across internal and external channels and support strategy development.

You will write content for newsletters, websites, and social media; manage media relations; organise events; and collaborate with teams to ensure consistent brand messaging.

A Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, or a related field with 2–4 years of experience is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, PR, Journalism, English or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in communications, public relations, or marketing.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Strong understanding of communication principles and best practices.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines effectively.
• Experience with content management systems or digital communication tools is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and write engaging content for newsletters, website updates, presentations, and social media.
• Support the implementation of internal and external communication plans.
• Assist in managing media relations and responding to media inquiries.
• Monitor communication effectiveness and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborate with different departments to ensure consistent brand messaging.
• Help organize and coordinate communication-related events and activities.

Skills

Excellent writing

Editing

Proofreading

Project management

Content management systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, PR, Journalism, English

Tools

Content management systems

Job description

Our client is seeking a talented Communications Specialist to join their team in Kimberley . This role is responsible for crafting and disseminating clear, consistent, and compelling messages across various internal and external channels. You will assist in developing communication strategies, creating engaging content, and managing relationships with stakeholders. The ideal candidate possesses excellent writing skills, a strategic mindset, and a passion for storytelling, contributing to the organization's reputation and stakeholder engagement in the Northern Cape region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and write engaging content for various communication channels, including newsletters, website updates, presentations, and social media.
• Support the implementation of internal and external communication plans.
• Assist in managing media relations and responding to media inquiries.
• Monitor communication effectiveness and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborate with different departments to ensure consistent brand messaging.
• Help organize and coordinate communication-related events and activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in communications, public relations, or marketing.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Strong understanding of communication principles and best practices.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines effectively.
• Experience with content management systems or digital communication tools is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Exposure to diverse communication challenges within the region.
• Work-life balance support through structured working hours.