Media Relations Officer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybride; ZAR 279 000 - 469 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Performance bonuses

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Mpumalanga, South Africa, seeks a diligent Media Relations Officer to manage the company’s engagement with media, draft releases, and respond to inquiries. This hybrid role is based in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga and requires solid understanding of the financial services sector.

You will craft communications, pitch stories, and guide spokespersons. The position emphasizes relationship building, issue monitoring, and timely reporting to management in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in media relations, public relations, or journalism.
• Proven experience in writing press releases and media pitches.
• Strong understanding of the financial services industry and its media landscape.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with media professionals.
• Experience in crisis communication is advantageous.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement media relations strategies to support corporate communications goals.
• Serve as a point of contact for media inquiries and manage relationships with journalists and media outlets.
• Write and distribute press releases, media advisories, and other relevant materials.
• Monitor media coverage, identify potential issues, and provide timely reports to management.
• Prepare spokespersons for media interviews and provide strategic guidance.
• Assist in developing crisis communication plans and executing them as needed.
• Pitch story ideas to the media to enhance the company's public profile.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent and accurate messaging.
• Organize press briefings and media events.
• Maintain an updated database of media contacts.

Connaissances

Media relations

Press writing

Relationship building

Crisis communications

Communication skills

Organization

Under pressure

MS Office

Formation

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

Outils

MS Office

Media monitoring tools

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a prominent financial services institution, is seeking a diligent and proactive Media Relations Officer to join their communications team. This role, based in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga , is integral to managing the company's relationship with the media, ensuring accurate and positive representation in news outlets. You will be responsible for drafting press releases, responding to media inquiries, and cultivating relationships with journalists. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of the financial industry and a proven ability to secure favorable media coverage. This is a key position for enhancing brand reputation and public trust within the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement media relations strategies to support corporate communications goals.
• Serve as a point of contact for media inquiries and manage relationships with journalists and media outlets.
• Write and distribute press releases, media advisories, and other relevant materials.
• Monitor media coverage, identify potential issues, and provide timely reports to management.
• Prepare spokespersons for media interviews and provide strategic guidance.
• Assist in developing crisis communication plans and executing them as needed.
• Pitch story ideas to the media to enhance the company's public profile.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent and accurate messaging.
• Organize press briefings and media events.
• Maintain an updated database of media contacts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in media relations, public relations, or journalism.
• Proven experience in writing press releases and media pitches.
• Strong understanding of the financial services industry and its media landscape.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with media professionals.
• Experience in crisis communication is advantageous.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in media monitoring tools and standard office software.

Benefits

• Medical aid.
• Retirement fund.
• Performance bonuses.

Our client offers a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid, a retirement fund, and performance bonuses. This role operates under a hybrid work model, offering a blend of in-office presence in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga for team collaboration and remote flexibility. Employees will benefit from professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment within the dynamic Media & PR sector.