Media Relations Specialist — Public Outreach

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking a Media Liaison Officer to manage media relations and public communications. The role requires proactive outreach, drafting press releases, and securing positive coverage for community initiatives.

You will build relationships with journalists, monitor coverage, organize press events, and maintain media contacts. The position is office-based in Paarl with opportunities for professional development and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, PR, Journalism, or a related field.
• 2-4 years in media relations, communications, or journalism.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to build positive relationships with media professionals.
• Based in or willing to relocate to Paarl, Western Cape for this office-based role.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary liaison between the organization and media representatives.
• Develop and maintain relationships with journalists, editors, and other media personnel.
• Draft and distribute press releases, statements, and media advisories.
• Respond to media inquiries promptly and professionally.
• Monitor media coverage and provide timely reports to relevant stakeholders.
• Assist in organizing press conferences, media briefings, and other public relations events.
• Pitch stories and opportunities to relevant media outlets.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency in all organizational communications to the media.
• Support the development of media relations strategies.
• Maintain an up-to-date database of media contacts.

Skills

Media relations

Communication

Organization

Relocation

Education

Bachelor's degree (Communications/PR/Journalism)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking a Media Liaison Officer to manage media relations and public communications. The role requires proactive outreach, drafting press releases, and securing positive coverage for community initiatives.

You will build relationships with journalists, monitor coverage, organize press events, and maintain media contacts. The position is office-based in Paarl with opportunities for professional development and competitive benefits.