Media and Communications Specialist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng is seeking a Media and Communications Specialist to craft and execute strategic media plans, create content, and manage relationships with journalists to strengthen the brand and public profile.

You will work with senior stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging across all platforms and drive PR initiatives within the North West province.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in media relations, public relations, or corporate communications.
• Demonstrated ability to craft persuasive and engaging communication materials.
• Proven experience in managing media relations and securing positive media coverage.
• Strong understanding of the South African media landscape and communication trends.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated media and communication strategies to support organizational objectives.
• Create engaging content, including press releases, social media posts, and articles, for various channels.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, influencers, and key media representatives.
• Monitor media coverage and social media conversations, analyzing sentiment and impact.
• Organize and coordinate media events, press briefings, and communication campaigns.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure unified brand messaging and communication efforts.

Skills

Content creation

Media relations

Public relations

Strategic communications

Storytelling

Education

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

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and strategic Media and Communications Specialist to join their team in Mahikeng. This role is essential for developing and executing impactful media and communication strategies that enhance brand visibility and public perception. You will be responsible for crafting compelling content, managing media relationships, and ensuring consistent messaging across all platforms. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to significant PR initiatives within a dynamic organization, working closely with senior stakeholders to achieve communication goals and foster positive public relations within the North West province.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated media and communication strategies to support organizational objectives.
• Create engaging content, including press releases, social media posts, and articles, for various channels.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, influencers, and key media representatives.
• Monitor media coverage and social media conversations, analyzing sentiment and impact.
• Organize and coordinate media events, press briefings, and communication campaigns.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure unified brand messaging and communication efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in media relations, public relations, or corporate communications.
• Demonstrated ability to craft persuasive and engaging communication materials.
• Proven experience in managing media relations and securing positive media coverage.
• Strong understanding of the South African media landscape and communication trends.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based rewards.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and training programs.
• A collaborative and results-oriented team environment.
• Significant impact on the company's public profile and reputation.