PR & Communication Marketing Specialist

Afribiz Invest; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Sandton is looking for a skilled Public Relations Officer to develop PR campaigns and manage media relations strategies. The role involves organizing events, preparing press releases, and addressing media inquiries. Candidates must have a relevant degree and proven experience, along with strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Public Relations Officer or similar PR role.
• 2-5 years of experience in media relations.
• Strong communication abilities, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Develop PR campaigns and media relations strategies.
• Prepare and distribute press releases.
• Organize PR events and act as the company spokesperson.

Skills

Media relations

Communication

Organizational skills

Creativity

Problem-solving

Education

BSc/BA in Public Relations

Journalism

Communications

Tools

MS Office

Social media

Job description

Job Duties and Responsibilities
Develop PR campaigns and media relations strategies
Collaborate with internal teams (e.g. marketing) and maintain open communication with senior management
Prepare and distribute press releases
Organize PR events (e.g. open days, press conferences) and serve as the company’s spokesperson
Seek opportunities for partnerships, sponsorships and advertising
Address inquiries from the media and other parties
Track media coverage and follow industry trends
Prepare and submit PR reports
Manage PR issues

REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS
Proven experience as a Public Relations Officer or similar PR role
Experience managing media relations (online, broadcast and print)
Background in researching, writing and editing publications
Proficient in MS Office and social media
Strong communication ability (oral and written)
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to work well under pressure
Creativity and problem-solving aptitude
BSc/BA in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications or a related field
Must have 2-5 year experience

Additional skills which may benefit anyone considering a job as a marketing and PR officer include:
Knowledge of media production and communication
Excellent grasp of the English language
To be thorough and pay attention to detail
Persistence and determination
Ability to work well with others
Ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure
Ability to use your initiative
Ability to sell products and services

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