Non-Profit Global Media Relations Lead (Remote)

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Professional development

Fully remote

Job summary

Placements24 is representing a prominent international non‑profit organization seeking a Media Relations Manager. This fully remote role enables you to contribute from anywhere while advancing global communications, media outreach, and crisis messaging for an organisation with Durban‑area impact.

You will build relationships with journalists worldwide, develop press materials, pitch stories, manage inquiries, monitor coverage, and collaborate with programs teams to ensure consistent messaging.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years in media relations, ideally in non‑profit or international development.
• Proven ability to secure high‑level media coverage in national and international outlets.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong storytelling.
• Strong understanding of global media landscapes and current affairs.
• Experience in crisis communication and reputation management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a proactive media relations strategy to enhance visibility and reputation globally.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with key journalists, editors, producers, and media influencers.
• Craft press materials: press releases, advisories, fact sheets, backgrounders.
• Pitch stories and secure coverage in target publications and broadcasts.
• Manage media inquiries, coordinate interviews, and provide spokespeople with briefing materials.
• Monitor media coverage, analyze sentiment, and report on trends.
• Develop and execute crisis communication plans as needed.
• Collaborate with program and communications teams to align messaging and storytelling.
• Organize virtual media events and press briefings.

Skills

Media relations

Storytelling

Crisis communication

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Media monitoring tools

Job description

Placements24 is representing a prominent international non‑profit organization seeking a Media Relations Manager. This fully remote role enables you to contribute from anywhere while advancing global communications, media outreach, and crisis messaging for an organisation with Durban‑area impact.

You will build relationships with journalists worldwide, develop press materials, pitch stories, manage inquiries, monitor coverage, and collaborate with programs teams to ensure consistent messaging.