PR Executive

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 280,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Paid vacation and sick leave

Professional development and training

Mentorship from PR professionals

Dynamic and supportive environment

Exposure to diverse PR projects

Team social events

Office location in Nelspruit

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, is seeking an energetic and ambitious PR Executive to join their dynamic team. The role offers a Hybrid work model with in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.

You will support the PR Manager in developing and executing communication strategies, managing media relations, and creating compelling content. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in public relations within the Nelspruit area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in public relations or a similar communications role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with PR software.
• Understanding of media relations and current PR best practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proactive attitude and eagerness to learn.
• Must be based in or willing to commute to Nelspruit, Mpumalanga.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing PR campaigns and strategies.
• Write and distribute press releases, media advisories, and other PR materials.
• Cultivate relationships with local and national media contacts.
• Monitor media coverage and report on key mentions.
• Support the organization of press events, conferences, and media briefings.
• Contribute to social media content creation and management.
• Assist with crisis communication preparedness and response.
• Conduct research on industry trends and competitor activities.
• Manage PR calendars and track project timelines.
• Provide general administrative support to the PR department.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Organizational multitasking

Team collaboration

Proactive attitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations/Communications/Marketing

Tools

MS Office

PR software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an energetic and ambitious PR Executive to join their dynamic team in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. This role offers a Hybrid work model, allowing for a balance between in-office collaboration and remote flexibility. The PR Executive will be responsible for supporting the PR Manager in developing and executing communication strategies, managing media relations, and creating compelling content. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual looking to advance their career in public relations within the Nelspruit area. You will gain hands-on experience in a variety of PR functions, contributing to the company's positive public image and brand awareness. The role requires a proactive approach and a commitment to excellence in communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing PR campaigns and strategies.
• Write and distribute press releases, media advisories, and other PR materials.
• Cultivate relationships with local and national media contacts.
• Monitor media coverage and report on key mentions.
• Support the organization of press events, conferences, and media briefings.
• Contribute to social media content creation and management.
• Assist with crisis communication preparedness and response.
• Conduct research on industry trends and competitor activities.
• Manage PR calendars and track project timelines.
• Provide general administrative support to the PR department.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in public relations or a similar communications role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with PR software.
• Understanding of media relations and current PR best practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proactive attitude and eagerness to learn.
• Must be based in or willing to commute to Nelspruit, Mpumalanga.

Benefits

• Annual salary of ZAR.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Mentorship from experienced PR professionals.
• Dynamic and supportive work environment.
• Exposure to diverse PR projects.
• Team social events.
• Convenient office location in Nelspruit.