Hybrid PR & Media Relations Specialist

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health and dental benefits

Career progression

Team in Bloemfontein

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a skilled PR Communications Specialist to manage outward communications, build strong media ties, and ensure the company’s message resonates with its target audience across channels.

You will develop engaging content, coordinate PR activities, monitor coverage, respond to press inquiries, organize press events, and support internal communications, all within a collaborative, hybrid work environment that supports growth and career development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in public relations or communications.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Familiarity with media outreach and social media platforms.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of PR campaigns.
• Write and edit press releases, articles, social content.
• Assist in managing media relations and press inquiries.
• Monitor media coverage and social conversations.
• Organize press events and promotional activities in Bloemfontein.
• Contribute to internal communications to inform employees.

Skills

Writing skills

Editing

Proofreading

Media relations

Social media

Content creation

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Public Relations/Marketing

Job description

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a skilled PR Communications Specialist to manage outward communications, build strong media ties, and ensure the company’s message resonates with its target audience across channels.

You will develop engaging content, coordinate PR activities, monitor coverage, respond to press inquiries, organize press events, and support internal communications, all within a collaborative, hybrid work environment that supports growth and career development.