External Communications Lead - Hybrid (Manufacturing)

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical aid and pension

Professional development and training

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an External Communications Specialist for a hybrid role in East London, Eastern Cape, ZA. You will craft and disseminate key messages to media, stakeholders, and the public, maintaining consistent brand voice across platforms.

Ideal candidates will have a PR/media relations background, strong writing/editing skills, and the ability to collaborate with marketing and government affairs teams in a flexible setup.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in external communications or PR.
• Proven experience in media relations and managing corporate reputation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with editing/proofreading skills.
• Proficiency with media monitoring tools and social media platforms.
• Ability to work in a hybrid office/remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement external communication strategies and plans.
• Write and edit press releases, media statements, speeches, and corporate publications.
• Manage media inquiries and build relationships with journalists and outlets.
• Monitor media coverage and trends, reporting insights.
• Assist in crisis communication planning and execution.
• Collaborate with marketing and government affairs for aligned messaging.
• Manage the company's external social media presence.
• Organize media events and press briefings.
• Ensure communications adhere to brand guidelines and policies.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Editing

Proofreading

Media relations

Social media management

Education

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

Tools

Media monitoring tools

Social media management platforms

Job description

Placements24 seeks an External Communications Specialist for a hybrid role in East London, Eastern Cape, ZA. You will craft and disseminate key messages to media, stakeholders, and the public, maintaining consistent brand voice across platforms.

Ideal candidates will have a PR/media relations background, strong writing/editing skills, and the ability to collaborate with marketing and government affairs teams in a flexible setup.