PR & Communications Specialist (Rustenburg)

Placements24; Randfontein; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Pension fund

Annual leave

Career growth

Team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, seeks a dedicated Public Relations Officer to lead public image and media relations for local and national outlets. The role focuses on executing PR plans, crafting press materials, and maintaining positive stakeholder messaging.

The successful candidate will manage media inquiries, monitor coverage, and support crisis communications within a collaborative team environment, contributing to reputational management and outreach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in public relations or media relations.
• Proven ability to write clear, concise press releases and communications.
• Experience in managing media inquiries and building media relationships.
• Understanding of media monitoring and reporting techniques.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and their use in PR.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute public relations plans to support organizational objectives.
• Build and maintain relationships with local and national media outlets.
• Draft and disseminate press releases, statements, and other communication materials.
• Monitor media coverage and respond to inquiries from journalists.
• Assist in the development and implementation of crisis communication strategies.
• Organize and coordinate media events and interviews.
• Manage company social media channels and online presence from a PR perspective.
• Collaborate with internal departments on communication strategies.
• Track media mentions and prepare reports on PR activities.
• Support the development of internal communications materials.

Skills

Press release writing

Media relations

Crisis communications

Social media management

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/PR/Journalism

Job description

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, seeks a dedicated Public Relations Officer to lead public image and media relations for local and national outlets. The role focuses on executing PR plans, crafting press materials, and maintaining positive stakeholder messaging.

The successful candidate will manage media inquiries, monitor coverage, and support crisis communications within a collaborative team environment, contributing to reputational management and outreach.