Media Relations Specialist — Hybrid, Growth & Impact

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and wellness benefits

Mentorship opportunities

Hybrid work arrangement in Stellenbosh

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Media Relations Coordinator to support the communications team in Stellenbosch. You will help develop press materials, coordinate media requests, and track coverage to safeguard the company’s public image.

The role offers an entry point into PR, with responsibilities spanning media coordination, event support, and trend research in a dynamic Western Cape environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations or related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in media relations or PR-focused roles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with keen attention to detail.
• Familiarity with media monitoring tools and PR databases.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and distributing press releases and PR materials.
• Respond to media inquiries and coordinate interviews with journalists.
• Monitor media coverage and compile daily/weekly reports.
• Maintain the media contact database and support events.
• Research media trends and identify story opportunities.

Skills

Media relations

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Journalism/PR

Tools

Media monitoring tools

PR databases

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Media Relations Coordinator to support the communications team in Stellenbosch. You will help develop press materials, coordinate media requests, and track coverage to safeguard the company’s public image.

The role offers an entry point into PR, with responsibilities spanning media coordination, event support, and trend research in a dynamic Western Cape environment.