PR Campaigns & Media Relations Specialist — Kimberley

Placements24; Impendle Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Pension fund

Generous paid time off

Professional development

Exposure to diverse PR campaigns

Kimberley-based workspace

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a driven Media Relations and Campaigns Coordinator to join our client in Kimberley, Northern Cape. You will support PR campaigns, manage media outreach, draft press materials, and monitor coverage to inform strategy.

The role requires a Bachelor's in PR/Communications or related field and 1–4 years in media relations. A proactive, detail-oriented communicator who can work independently within a collaborative team will thrive here.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in PR, communications, marketing, journalism, or related field.
• 1–4 years in media relations, PR, or communications; internships welcome.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with social media for professional use.
• Familiar with media monitoring and reporting tools is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Relocation to Kimberley, Northern Cape required or willing.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and execution of public relations campaigns.
• Conduct media outreach and build relationships with journalists and influencers.
• Draft and distribute press releases, media alerts, and other PR materials.
• Monitor media coverage and compile comprehensive reports.
• Support event planning and execution for press conferences and media events.
• Maintain and update media contact lists.
• Manage social media content and engagement as needed.
• Respond to routine media inquiries and elevate complex issues.
• Conduct research on industry trends and competitor activities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure cohesive messaging.
• Assist in the creation of presentation materials and communication collateral.
• Provide administrative support to the PR team.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organisational skills

Social media proficiency

Media monitoring familiarity

Independent work

Proactive attitude

Education

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

Tools

Media monitoring tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a driven Media Relations and Campaigns Coordinator to join our client in Kimberley, Northern Cape. You will support PR campaigns, manage media outreach, draft press materials, and monitor coverage to inform strategy.

The role requires a Bachelor's in PR/Communications or related field and 1–4 years in media relations. A proactive, detail-oriented communicator who can work independently within a collaborative team will thrive here.