Media and Public Relations Officer

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Medical aid and pension fund

Annual leave and statutory benefits

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape, is seeking a Media and Public Relations Officer to lead the agency's public image. You will develop strategies, craft press materials, and nurture relationships with media and community stakeholders to raise visibility of regional development projects.

You will manage social media channels, monitor public sentiment, and coordinate press events, ensuring messaging aligns with brand guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in media relations, public relations, or communications.
• Proven experience in writing press releases and other communication materials.
• Strong understanding of the media landscape in the Northern Cape region.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; proficiency in social media management and content creation.
• Good organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of regional development initiatives is an advantage.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Upington, Northern Cape.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute media and public relations strategies aligned with the agency's objectives.
• Write and distribute press releases, statements, and promotional materials.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with journalists, community leaders, and stakeholders.
• Manage the agency's social media presence and website content, ensuring consistent messaging.
• Monitor media coverage and public sentiment, reporting findings to management.
• Respond to media inquiries and public questions in a timely and professional manner.
• Organize and support press conferences, media events, and community outreach activities.
• Assist in developing and implementing communication plans for specific agency projects.
• Ensure adherence to brand guidelines and communication policies.
• Collaborate with internal departments to gather information and develop communication materials.

Skills

Media relations

Public relations

Communications

Social media

Content creation

Press releases

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a regional development agency focused on fostering economic growth in the Northern Cape, is seeking a motivated Media and Public Relations Officer to join their team in Upington, Northern Cape . This role is essential for managing the agency’s public image, communicating its initiatives, and fostering positive relationships with media and community stakeholders. You will be responsible for developing and implementing communication strategies, producing media materials, managing social media, and responding to public inquiries. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the Northern Cape media landscape, excellent communication skills, and a passion for regional development. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the growth and visibility of key development projects in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute media and public relations strategies aligned with the agency's objectives.
• Write and distribute press releases, statements, and promotional materials.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with journalists, community leaders, and stakeholders.
• Manage the agency's social media presence and website content, ensuring consistent messaging.
• Monitor media coverage and public sentiment, reporting findings to management.
• Respond to media inquiries and public questions in a timely and professional manner.
• Organize and support press conferences, media events, and community outreach activities.
• Assist in developing and implementing communication plans for specific agency projects.
• Ensure adherence to brand guidelines and communication policies.
• Collaborate with internal departments to gather information and develop communication materials.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in media relations, public relations, or communications.
• Proven experience in writing press releases and other communication materials.
• Strong understanding of the media landscape in the Northern Cape region.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Proficiency in social media management and content creation.
• Good organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of regional development initiatives is an advantage.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Upington, Northern Cape .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on impactful regional development projects.
• Professional growth and development within a key regional agency.
• Contribute to the development and visibility of the Upington, Northern Cape community.
• Supportive work environment.
• Medical aid and pension fund contributions.
• Annual leave and other statutory benefits.