Media Liaison Officer - Soweto

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote in SA

Medical aid and pension fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Media Liaison Officer to manage media relations and communications from a fully remote setup across South Africa. The role involves drafting press materials, responding to inquiries, and coordinating interviews to ensure positive coverage.

The ideal candidate will have 2–3 years in media relations, excellent English communication, and a deep understanding of the media landscape, with a Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, PR, Journalism, or related field.
• 2–3 years experience in media relations or PR.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.
• Strong understanding of traditional and digital media.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for media inquiries.
• Draft press releases and media materials.
• Build relationships with journalists and media professionals.
• Monitor media coverage and report key mentions and sentiment.
• Coordinate interviews and media access.
• Support PR campaigns and events.

Skills

Media relations

Public relations

Journalism

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Tools

Media monitoring tools

Job description

About the Role Our client, an innovative organization making strides in Soweto, Gauteng, is seeking a motivated Media Liaison Officer to join their dynamic team. This role is crucial for managing relationships with media representatives, facilitating communication, and ensuring positive coverage for the organization. You will be responsible for drafting press materials, responding to media inquiries, and coordinating interviews. The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator, highly organized, and possesses a strong understanding of the media landscape. This position is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere in South Africa, while contributing to a vibrant community-focused initiative in Soweto. We are looking for a proactive individual eager to enhance our client's public profile through effective media engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for media inquiries and requests.
• Develop and distribute press releases, media alerts, and other related materials.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, bloggers, and media professionals.
• Monitor media coverage and report on key mentions and sentiment.
• Coordinate interviews and facilitate access for media personnel.
• Assist in developing media strategies and identifying opportunities for positive exposure.
• Support the communications team in executing PR campaigns and events.
• Manage media contact databases and ensure up-to-date information.
• Contribute to internal communication efforts as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in media relations, public relations, or journalism.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong command of English.
• Proven ability to write clear, concise, and engaging media materials.
• Good understanding of the media landscape, including traditional and digital platforms.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a remote environment.
• Proactive, self-starter attitude with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with media monitoring tools is a plus.
• Residing in South Africa and committed to a fully remote role.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid and pension fund.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility.
• The chance to make a tangible impact within the Soweto community and beyond.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.