Public Relations Coordinator — Hybrid Growth & Impact

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work

Medical aid

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Public Relations Coordinator in East London to support the communications team. The role focuses on executing PR strategies, handling media outreach, drafting communications, monitoring media, and coordinating events for a strong local brand presence.

The position offers a hybrid work setup, blending remote flexibility with in-office collaboration in East London, contributing to the company’s reputation across the Eastern Cape and providing a dynamic learning

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in public relations, media relations, or communications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and PR software.
• Adaptability to work within a hybrid model in East London.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate media outreach activities and respond to routine media inquiries.
• Assist in writing and editing press releases, social media updates, and website content.
• Maintain and update media contact lists and databases.
• Monitor media coverage and compile reports on key mentions and trends.
• Support the planning and execution of media events and press conferences.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure communication alignment.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Social media familiarity

Hybrid work adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/PR/Journalism

Tools

PR software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Public Relations Coordinator in East London to support the communications team. The role focuses on executing PR strategies, handling media outreach, drafting communications, monitoring media, and coordinating events for a strong local brand presence.

The position offers a hybrid work setup, blending remote flexibility with in-office collaboration in East London, contributing to the company’s reputation across the Eastern Cape and providing a dynamic learning