Corporate Communications Officer - Mossel Bay

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, seeks a proactive Corporate Communications Officer to manage and enhance the company’s image and stakeholder communications. You’ll craft engaging content, manage internal channels, and support external PR efforts while ensuring brand consistency across all platforms.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in communications or a related field and 2–5 years of corporate communications experience, with a strong portfolio of writing samples.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications or related field.
• 2–5 years experience in corporate communications or PR.
• Strong writing portfolio and content creation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop internal communication strategies to engage employees.
• Draft newsletters, announcements, and internal updates.
• Support external PR, including press releases and media inquiries.
• Maintain company website and social media profiles.
• Organize events and CSR initiatives.
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends.
• Ensure brand consistency across channels.
• Collaborate with departments to gather information and create materials.

Skills

Writing skills

Content creation

Social media management

Internal communications

Stakeholder communications

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

WordPress

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable company in the tourism and hospitality sector based in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, ZA, is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Corporate Communications Officer. This role is essential for managing and enhancing the company's corporate image and stakeholder communications. You will be responsible for crafting engaging content, managing internal communications, and supporting external PR activities. The ideal candidate will possess excellent writing skills, a strong understanding of communication principles, and a passion for storytelling. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the communication success of a well-regarded brand in a beautiful coastal region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute internal communication strategies to foster employee engagement and alignment.
• Draft and disseminate company newsletters, announcements, and other internal communications.
• Support external PR efforts, including drafting press releases and managing media inquiries.
• Maintain and update company website content and social media profiles.
• Assist in organizing company events and corporate social responsibility initiatives.
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends.
• Ensure brand consistency across all communication channels.
• Collaborate with various departments to gather information and develop communication materials.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, or a similar role.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a strong portfolio of writing samples.
• Experience in content creation for both internal and external audiences.
• Familiarity with social media management and website content updates.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Proactive attitude and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of the tourism and hospitality sector is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, health insurance, retirement benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team environment. Employees can enjoy the scenic beauty of Mossel Bay, Western Cape, ZA, while contributing to a successful business. This role is based on-site.