Internal Communications Specialist

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Hybrid work

Health benefits

Professional development

Employee engagement in Randburg

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking an Internal Communications Specialist to join our HR and communications team. You will develop and implement internal comms strategies, craft content for newsletters, intranet, emails, and town halls, and support leadership in communicating changes.

You should have a bachelor's in communications or related field and 2–4 years' experience, with excellent written and verbal skills, CMS and MS Office proficiency, and the ability to manage multiple hybrid projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Human Resources, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in internal communications, corporate communications, or employee engagement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong editing and proofreading abilities.
• Proficiency with CMS, email marketing platforms, and MS Office Suite.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects in a hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic plan for internal communications across all company levels.
• Create engaging content for newsletters, intranet, emails, and town hall meetings.
• Manage and maintain the company intranet, ensuring information is current and accessible.
• Support leadership in communicating organizational changes and strategic initiatives.
• Measure effectiveness of internal communications and gather employee feedback.
• Foster a positive and transparent company culture through effective communication practices.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Editing & proofreading

Content management systems

Email marketing platforms

MS Office Suite

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Public Relations/Journalism/HR

Tools

CMS

Email Marketing Platforms

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and skilled Internal Communications Specialist to join their human resources and communications team in Randburg. This role is vital for ensuring that employees are well-informed, engaged, and aligned with the company's vision, mission, and values. You will be responsible for developing and implementing effective internal communication strategies and channels. This hybrid role offers the benefit of flexibility while ensuring essential in-person collaboration and team cohesion within the bustling Randburg area.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic plan for internal communications across all company levels.
• Create engaging content for various internal channels, including newsletters, intranet, emails, and town hall meetings.
• Manage and maintain the company intranet, ensuring information is current, accurate, and accessible.
• Support leadership in communicating organizational changes, updates, and strategic initiatives.
• Measure the effectiveness of internal communication efforts and gather employee feedback for continuous improvement.
• Foster a positive and transparent company culture through effective communication practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Human Resources, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in internal communications, corporate communications, or employee engagement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong editing and proofreading abilities.
• Proficiency with content management systems, email marketing platforms, and MS Office Suite.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangement for optimal work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Be a key player in fostering employee engagement in Randburg.