Internal Communications Specialist

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Internal Communications Specialist in Vereeniging to craft and execute strategy, ensuring information flows clearly across the organization. You will develop content for newsletters, intranet, emails and town halls while collaborating with HR and leadership.

The role requires strong writing, engagement know-how, and the ability to manage multiple communications projects in an on-site team environment in South Africa.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Human Resources, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in internal communications or a related role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for simplifying complex information.
• Proficiency in content management systems and internal communication platforms.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Experience working in a corporate setting and understanding of employee engagement best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute internal communication strategies to support organizational goals and employee engagement.
• Create and manage content for newsletters, intranet, emails, and town hall meetings.
• Ensure clear, consistent, and timely communication of company news, updates, and policy changes.
• Support change management initiatives by crafting clear and persuasive communication plans.
• Gather employee feedback to assess communication effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with HR, leadership, and other departments to disseminate important information.

Skills

Internal communications

Written communication

Verbal communication

Content management systems

Education

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

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Internal Communications Specialist to join their vibrant team in Vereeniging . This role is essential for ensuring that all employees are informed, engaged, and aligned with the company's vision, values, and strategic objectives. You will be responsible for developing and implementing communication plans that foster a positive and productive workplace culture. This position requires strong writing skills, an understanding of employee engagement strategies, and the ability to work effectively within a collaborative, on-site team environment. Your contributions will be vital in maintaining transparency and building strong connections throughout the organization, ensuring that critical information reaches all levels effectively and engagingly.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute internal communication strategies to support organizational goals and employee engagement.
• Create and manage content for various internal channels, including newsletters, intranet, emails, and town hall meetings.
• Ensure clear, consistent, and timely communication of company news, updates, and policy changes.
• Support change management initiatives by crafting clear and persuasive communication plans.
• Gather employee feedback to assess communication effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with HR, leadership, and other departments to disseminate important information.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Human Resources, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in internal communications or a related role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for simplifying complex information.
• Proficiency in content management systems and internal communication platforms.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Experience working in a corporate setting and understanding of employee engagement best practices.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance bonuses.
• Full range of employee benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan options.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within the company.