Junior PR Officer: Launch Your Career in Paarl

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 56,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Internship stipend

Mentorship from experiencedProfession‑

Exposure to diverse PR campaigns

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Junior Public Relations Officer for their Paarl, Western Cape team. The role offers hands-on exposure to media outreach, press materials, and monitoring coverage as part of a supportive environment.

You will work with the senior PR team, assist with events, social media content, and research industry trends while developing essential comms skills and building a professional network in the Western Cape.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in PR, communications, journalism or marketing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic understanding of media relations principles.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting press releases, advisories, and PR materials.
• Support media outreach by identifying contacts and pitching stories.
• Monitor media channels for mentions and industry news.
• Help organize PR events and press conferences.
• Maintain and update media contact lists and databases.
• Research industry trends and competitor PR activity.
• Provide administrative support to the PR department.
• Assist with social media content creation and scheduling.
• Learn and apply best practices in public relations and communications.

Skills

Media relations basics

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Social media familiarity

Eagerness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Public Relations/Communications/Journalism/Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Junior Public Relations Officer for their Paarl, Western Cape team. The role offers hands-on exposure to media outreach, press materials, and monitoring coverage as part of a supportive environment.

You will work with the senior PR team, assist with events, social media content, and research industry trends while developing essential comms skills and building a professional network in the Western Cape.