On-Site PR Coordinator — Growth & Media Campaigns (Soweto)

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 170,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site work in Soweto

Mentorship from PR professionals

Networking opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Public Relations Coordinator to join the team in Soweto, Gauteng. This contractor role offers hands-on experience coordinating PR campaigns, assisting media outreach, and handling administrative tasks under supervision.

The ideal candidate will have a 0-2 year background in PR, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work full-time on-site in Soweto. Internships are valued as well.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or related field.
• 0-2 years of PR or related communications experience; internships valued.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and social media platforms.
• Must work full-time on-site in Soweto, Gauteng.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination and execution of public relations campaigns.
• Support media outreach efforts and maintain media contact lists.
• Draft basic press materials, including press releases and media advisories, under supervision.
• Monitor media coverage and compile relevant clippings.
• Provide administrative support to the PR team, including scheduling meetings and managing databases.
• Assist in organizing PR events and press conferences.
• Contribute to social media content creation and posting.
• Help track PR project progress and timelines.
• Conduct research on industry trends and competitor activities.
• Support crisis communication efforts as needed.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Public Relations Coordinator to join the team in Soweto, Gauteng. This contractor role offers hands-on experience coordinating PR campaigns, assisting media outreach, and handling administrative tasks under supervision.

The ideal candidate will have a 0-2 year background in PR, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work full-time on-site in Soweto. Internships are valued as well.