Hybrid Nonprofit Communications Lead

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng is seeking a Communications Officer to shape storytelling and drive social impact. The role focuses on developing and executing a communications strategy across websites, newsletters, and social channels, while supporting fundraising and stakeholder engagement.

The ideal candidate will manage content creation, media relations, and brand consistency, leveraging CMS tools and analytics to refine messaging in a collaborative team setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, PR or related field.
• 3+ years in a communications role, preferably non-profit.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Experience creating content, managing social media, and handling media relations.
• Familiarity with CMS and social media tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive communications strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Create engaging content for website, social media, newsletters, press releases, and annual reports.
• Manage social media presence including scheduling, engagement, and performance tracking.
• Write and edit copy for marketing materials and fundraising appeals.
• Liaise with media outlets to secure positive press coverage and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
• Maintain and update website content for accuracy and relevance.
• Support events and campaigns and monitor metrics to inform strategy.
• Ensure brand consistency across all communications.

Skills

Content creation

Social media management

Media relations

CMS proficiency

Excellent written and verbal comms

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Journalism/Marketing/PR

Tools

CMS

Social media tools (Hootsuite/Buffer)

Job description

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng is seeking a Communications Officer to shape storytelling and drive social impact. The role focuses on developing and executing a communications strategy across websites, newsletters, and social channels, while supporting fundraising and stakeholder engagement.

The ideal candidate will manage content creation, media relations, and brand consistency, leveraging CMS tools and analytics to refine messaging in a collaborative team setting.