Public Relations Coordinator

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Structured training

Mentorship

Diverse PR projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Public Relations Coordinator to support the media and communications team in Tembisa. This entry-level role focuses on executing PR campaigns, managing media databases, and coordinating communications activities.

You will work closely with senior PR staff, gaining experience in media outreach, content creation, and event support in a growth-oriented team. The role offers exposure to diverse PR projects, mentorship, and opportunities for career advancement within a

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in PR/Communications/Marketing or related field.
• 0–2 years of PR/marketing experience.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Comfort with social media platforms.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and implementation of PR campaigns.
• Coordinate media outreach and distribute press materials.
• Monitor media coverage and prepare daily/weekly reports.
• Support PR events, press conferences, and product launches.
• Maintain media contact database and press archives.
• Draft social media posts and internal announcements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Proactive learner

MS Office

Social media literacy

Education

PR/Communications/Marketing degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Public Relations Coordinator to support their media and communications team based in Tembisa . In this foundational role, you will assist in the execution of PR campaigns, manage media databases, and help coordinate various communication activities. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional eager to learn the intricacies of public relations and make a tangible contribution to the company's public profile. You will work closely with senior PR staff, gaining invaluable experience in media outreach, content creation, and event support within a supportive and growth-oriented team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of PR strategies and campaigns.
• Coordinate media outreach efforts, including compiling media lists and distributing press materials.
• Monitor media coverage and compile daily/weekly media monitoring reports.
• Support the planning and execution of PR events, press conferences, and product launches.
• Manage and update the company's media contact database and press archives.
• Draft basic communications materials, such as social media posts and internal announcements.

Requirements

• Relevant degree or diploma in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
• 0-2 years of experience in public relations, marketing, or a similar communications role.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with social media platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Eagerness to learn and a proactive approach to tasks.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and opportunities for career advancement.
• Full medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Structured training and mentorship from experienced PR professionals.
• Exposure to diverse PR projects and campaigns.
• A supportive and energetic team culture within the Tembisa office.