Internal Communications Officer

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Comprehensive medical aid package

Paid annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking an Internal Communications Officer to strengthen employee engagement and ensure clear information flow across the business.

You will develop and implement internal communication strategies, produce content for newsletters, intranet, emails, and town halls, and support leadership in communicating key messages while collaborating with HR to align messaging with company values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, PR, HR, journalism or related field.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in internal/corporate or HR communications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with editing/proofreading skills.
• Experience creating content for intranet, newsletters and emails.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute internal communication plans and campaigns.
• Create engaging content for intranet, newsletters, emails and town halls.
• Manage and update the intranet and information channels.
• Support leadership in communicating key messages and updates.
• Organize internal events and employee engagement initiatives.
• Monitor feedback and measure engagement; adjust strategies.
• Ensure consistent brand voice across internal communications.
• Collaborate with HR and other departments to disseminate information.
• Measure effectiveness and report on key metrics.
• Maintain an organized content management and scheduling system.

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

CMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, located in the picturesque **Paarl, Western Cape**, is looking for a dedicated Internal Communications Officer to enhance employee engagement and ensure effective information flow within the organization. This role is critical in fostering a cohesive and informed workforce by developing and implementing internal communication strategies. You will be responsible for creating and distributing a variety of internal communications content, managing internal communication channels, and supporting leadership in communicating key messages. The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator, organized, and passionate about employee experience. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a vital role in strengthening our client's internal culture within the **Western Cape**.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute internal communication plans and campaigns to support company objectives and values.
• Create engaging content for internal channels, including newsletters, intranet articles, emails, and town hall presentations.
• Manage and update the company intranet, ensuring information is current and easily accessible.
• Support senior leadership in communicating key messages, strategic updates, and organizational changes.
• Organize and facilitate internal events, town hall meetings, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Monitor employee feedback and engagement levels, recommending improvements to communication strategies.
• Ensure consistent brand voice and messaging across all internal communications.
• Collaborate with HR and other departments to disseminate relevant information.
• Measure the effectiveness of internal communication efforts and report on key metrics.
• Maintain an organized system for content management and communication scheduling.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Human Resources, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in internal communications, corporate communications, or HR communications.
• Proven ability to develop and execute effective internal communication strategies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong editing and proofreading capabilities.
• Experience in content creation for various internal platforms (intranet, newsletters, emails).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with content management systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships across different departments in **Paarl**.
• Discretion and ability to handle confidential information.
• A proactive approach to identifying communication needs and opportunities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Hybrid work arrangement for a better work-life balance.
• Opportunity to significantly impact internal culture in **Paarl**.
• Comprehensive medical aid package.
• Paid annual leave and company holidays.
• Professional development opportunities.
• A supportive and friendly work environment.