Corporate Communications Specialist: Brand & Media Strategy

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Paid time off

Professional development

Team-building events

Employee well-being

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Communications Officer in Soweto, Gauteng to lead corporate messaging across internal and external channels. You will craft materials, support media relations, and contribute to brand reputation.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years in corporate communications, excellent writing, editing, and strong understanding of communication principles. The role focuses on South Africa's Soweto/Gauteng landscape.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications or related field is required.
• 2–4 years in corporate communications or PR with proven writing ability.
• Strong editing, proofreading and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with media relations and social media best practices.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing corporate communication strategies.
• Draft, edit, and proofread press releases, memos, and web content.
• Support media relations and coordinate interviews.
• Maintain channels for timely and accurate information dissemination.
• Monitor media coverage and public sentiment about the company.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure aligned messaging.
• Contribute to planning and execution of corporate events and initiatives.
• Help manage social media presence and online reputation.
• Develop communication plans for specific projects or campaigns.
• Ensure communications follow brand guidelines and policies.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Editing and proofreading

Media relations

Social media management

Content creation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Communications Officer in Soweto, Gauteng to lead corporate messaging across internal and external channels. You will craft materials, support media relations, and contribute to brand reputation.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years in corporate communications, excellent writing, editing, and strong understanding of communication principles. The role focuses on South Africa's Soweto/Gauteng landscape.