Junior Communications Assistant

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Mentorship and professional dev.

Hybrid work

Friendly team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Communications Assistant for a hybrid role in East London. This entry-level position focuses on content creation, social media management, media monitoring, and general administrative support within the communications and PR team.

You will draft and edit communications materials, manage social channels, monitor industry news, and assist with events and research. A strong baseline in written/verbal communication and a willingness to learn are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and basic content creation tools.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid setting, adapting to both office and remote tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting and editing communications materials, including social media posts and internal memos.
• Support the management of the company's social media presence across various platforms.
• Monitor media coverage and industry news, compiling daily reports.
• Provide administrative support to the communications and PR team, including scheduling meetings and managing contacts.
• Help organize and coordinate communication-related events and activities.
• Conduct basic research on topics relevant to communication campaigns.

Skills

Strong written communication

Verbal communication

Social media management

Content creation tools

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/PR/Marketing

Job description

Our client is looking for an eager and organized Junior Communications Assistant to join their hybrid team in East London . This entry-level position is perfect for someone passionate about communications and eager to learn the ropes of public relations and corporate messaging. You will provide essential support in content creation, social media management, media monitoring, and administrative tasks, contributing to the overall communication efforts of the organization. This role offers a great foundation for a career in communications within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting and editing communications materials, including social media posts and internal memos.
• Support the management of the company's social media presence across various platforms.
• Monitor media coverage and industry news, compiling daily reports.
• Provide administrative support to the communications and PR team, including scheduling meetings and managing contacts.
• Help organize and coordinate communication-related events and activities.
• Conduct basic research on topics relevant to communication campaigns.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and basic content creation tools.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn and take on new tasks.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid setting, adapting to both office and remote tasks.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid.
• Opportunities for mentorship and professional development.
• Exposure to diverse communication functions within a growing company in East London .
• A supportive and friendly team culture.