Media Relations Specialist – Vereeniging

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Media Communications Officer to join the team in Vereeniging, Gauteng. The role focuses on managing media relations, drafting communications, and ensuring brand consistency across platforms.

You will work with multiple departments to identify communication opportunities and support strategic outreach efforts, with proactive relationship-building and rigorous attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in media relations, communications, or a similar role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong editing and proofreading abilities.
• Familiarity with media outreach techniques and media monitoring tools.
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and media contacts.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of media relations strategies.
• Draft and edit press releases, media advisories, speeches, and other communications materials.
• Monitor media coverage and maintain media contact databases.
• Respond to routine media inquiries and facilitate interviews for spokespeople.
• Support the planning and execution of media events and press conferences.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather information and ensure message accuracy.
• Maintain and update the company's media relations portal and archives.
• Assist in managing social media content and engagement related to PR initiatives.
• Track media mentions and contribute to reporting on PR campaign effectiveness.
• Stay informed about industry news and relevant media trends impacting the Vereeniging, Gauteng area.

Skills

Media relations

Editing

Proofreading

Strategic communication

Relationship building

Organization

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Media monitoring tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Media Communications Officer to join the team in Vereeniging, Gauteng. The role focuses on managing media relations, drafting communications, and ensuring brand consistency across platforms.

You will work with multiple departments to identify communication opportunities and support strategic outreach efforts, with proactive relationship-building and rigorous attention to detail.