PR & Social Media Executive

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Generous annual leave

Wellness programs

Creative, collaborative work culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a creative and digitally savvy PR & Social Media Executive to manage the company's social presence and support PR campaigns.

You will develop engaging content, monitor channels, analyze performance, and collaborate with the marketing team to ensure brand consistency.

This role offers exposure to cutting-edge digital marketing, a competitive salary, health benefits, generous leave, and a collaborative, creative work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, PR or related field.
• 2+ years in social media management and public relations.
• Proven ability to create engaging digital content.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms, trends, and analytics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working in a dynamic team environment in Polokwane.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging social media strategies across various platforms.
• Create and curate compelling content, including text, image, and video posts.
• Monitor social media channels, respond to comments and messages, and foster community engagement.
• Support PR activities by amplifying press releases and media coverage online.
• Track and report on social media performance metrics and campaign effectiveness.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure brand consistency across all digital channels.

Skills

Social media management

Public relations

Content creation

Analytics tools

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

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

Tools

Social media analytics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and digitally savvy PR & Social Media Executive to join their vibrant team in Polokwane . This role is perfect for an individual who excels at crafting engaging online content and executing effective PR campaigns across social platforms. You will be responsible for managing the company's social media presence, driving online engagement, and supporting broader public relations initiatives. This is a fantastic opportunity to blend creative content creation with strategic communication, contributing directly to brand awareness and audience connection.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging social media strategies across various platforms.
• Create and curate compelling content, including text, image, and video posts.
• Monitor social media channels, respond to comments and messages, and foster community engagement.
• Support PR activities by amplifying press releases and media coverage online.
• Track and report on social media performance metrics and campaign effectiveness.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure brand consistency across all digital channels.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in social media management and public relations.
• Proven ability to create engaging and high-quality digital content.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms, trends, and analytics tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working in a dynamic team environment in Polokwane.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with opportunities for performance-based recognition.
• Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
• Generous annual leave and paid time off.
• Exposure to cutting-edge digital marketing and PR strategies.
• A fun, collaborative, and creative work atmosphere.