Durban Communications Specialist — Internal & PR Lead

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary

Full-time with stable hours

Comprehensive health insurance

Pension fund contributions

Paid annual leave and public holidays

Career growth opportunities

Professional development programs

Team social events

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban seeks a Communications Specialist to craft clear, consistent messaging across internal and external channels, develop and manage content for press, newsletters, intranet, and social posts, and support PR efforts.

The role emphasizes strong writing, strategic thinking, and collaboration across departments to ensure brand voice and timely communications in an on-site Durban office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in a communications or public relations role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to craft compelling and concise messages for diverse audiences.
• Experience with content creation for digital and print.
• Familiarity with social media management tools.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and common communication software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement internal and external communication strategies.
• Draft and edit press releases, newsletters, intranet content, and social media posts.
• Manage internal communication channels and information flow.
• Support PR team in media outreach and stakeholder engagement.
• Ensure communications align with brand voice and messaging guidelines.
• Monitor media coverage and social media sentiment related to the organization.
• Assist in crisis communication planning and responses.
• Organize and coordinate communication events and campaigns.
• Maintain and update communication databases and contact lists.
• Collaborate with departments to gather information and develop materials.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Content creation

Social media management

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Communication software

Job description

Placements24 in Durban seeks a Communications Specialist to craft clear, consistent messaging across internal and external channels, develop and manage content for press, newsletters, intranet, and social posts, and support PR efforts.

The role emphasizes strong writing, strategic thinking, and collaboration across departments to ensure brand voice and timely communications in an on-site Durban office.