Head of Corporate Communications (Hybrid)

Placements24

Sandton

Hybrid

ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Executive health, wellness &退休ment

Professional development opportunities

Strategic impact leadership role

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton, Gauteng, is seeking a visionary Corporate Communications Lead to shape the company narrative and public perception across Africa. This executive role steers strategic communication, media relations, and stakeholder engagement to safeguard and enhance the brand.

You will lead crisis management, content creation, and executive communications, collaborating with senior leaders to drive business outcomes while delivering measurable communication impact and sustained

Qualifications

Master's degree required or equivalent experience.
10+ years of corporate communications and PR experience.
Expertise in strategic planning, media relations, crisis management, and executive communications.
Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
Solid understanding of national and international media landscape relevant to Sandton.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive corporate communications strategy aligned with business goals.
Manage all media relations, act as primary spokesperson and cultivate high-level media contacts.
Oversee creation of content for press releases, speeches, and reports.
Lead crisis communication efforts to safeguard the company's reputation.
Monitor and analyze communication effectiveness and provide insights to senior leadership.
Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.