Media Relations Officer

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Hybrid work

Growth opportunities

Incentives

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Media Relations Officer to elevate its public profile in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will cultivate relationships with local media, draft compelling press materials, and coordinate interviews to secure positive coverage.

The role requires a proactive communicator with a solid network of South Africa media contacts, excellent writing and editing skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a hybrid work setup blending remote and on-site activities in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, PR, Journalism, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in media relations or PR.
• Established network of South Africa media contacts.
• Excellent writing, editing, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Hybrid work experience and willingness to work on-site in KwaZulu-Natal.

Responsibilities

• Proactively engage with media outlets to secure positive press coverage and placements.
• Develop and distribute press releases, media advisories, and background materials.
• Serve as primary contact for journalists and respond to media inquiries.
• Monitor media mentions and analyze coverage effectiveness, providing reports.
• Coordinate media events, press conferences, and interviews for company spokespeople.
• Support broader communication strategies in Richards Bay.

Skills

Media relations

Press releases

Writing

Editing

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Hybrid work

Networking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Media Relations Officer to enhance their communication presence in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. This role is focused on cultivating and maintaining relationships with media professionals, ensuring positive coverage, and managing the company's public narrative. You will be responsible for identifying media opportunities, drafting compelling press materials, and coordinating interviews. This position requires a proactive individual who understands the local media landscape and can effectively represent the company in a hybrid work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively engage with media outlets to secure positive press coverage and manage story placement.
• Develop and distribute press releases, media advisories, and background materials.
• Serve as a key point of contact for journalists and respond to media inquiries promptly and professionally.
• Monitor media mentions and analyze coverage effectiveness, providing regular reports.
• Coordinate media events, press conferences, and interviews for company spokespeople.
• Support the development and execution of broader communication strategies in Richards Bay.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in media relations or public relations.
• Established network of media contacts within South Africa.
• Excellent writing, editing, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Comfortable working in a hybrid model, blending remote tasks with on-site collaboration in KwaZulu-Natal.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and networking.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement.
• Engaging work environment within the industrial hub of Richards Bay.