Executive PR Director | Corporate Communications Leader

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus potential

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Company car or travel allowance

Executive leave package

Executive training and development

Leadership role within a growing org

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, seeks an experienced Public Relations Director to lead the organization’s communications from our Centurion offices. This senior role directs the PR strategy, mentors a high-performance team, and builds credibility with national and international media to safeguard the company’s reputation.

You will shape messaging across platforms, manage crisis communications, oversee external communications, and monitor sentiment to inform strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Public Relations or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive PR experience with 5+ in leadership.
• Proven track record with large-scale PR campaigns and media networks.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the overall PR strategy.
• Lead, mentor, and manage the PR team.
• Establish strong relations with national and international media.
• Oversee external communications, press releases, and speeches.
• Develop crisis communication plans and respond effectively.
• Monitor media coverage and provide strategic guidance.
• Align PR with business objectives with executive leadership.
• Manage PR budget and represent the organization at events.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and ethical communications.

Skills

Leadership

Media relations

Strategic thinking

Crisis management

Budget management

Team mentoring

Education

Master's degree in Public Relations

Job description

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, seeks an experienced Public Relations Director to lead the organization’s communications from our Centurion offices. This senior role directs the PR strategy, mentors a high-performance team, and builds credibility with national and international media to safeguard the company’s reputation.

You will shape messaging across platforms, manage crisis communications, oversee external communications, and monitor sentiment to inform strategic decisions.