Public Relations Executive

Placements24; Upington; Híbrido; ZAR 700.000 - 1.100.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Executive-level salary & bonuses

Fully remote work

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Professional development budget

Shape PR strategy for growing org

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Public Relations Executive to elevate our brand presence in a fully remote role. You will lead development and execution of innovative PR strategies, build strong media relationships, craft compelling narratives, handle inquiries, and ensure consistent brand messaging across channels.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior PR professional to own communications and drive measurable results from anywhere.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in public relations, agency or corporate setting.
• Proven track record of securing positive media coverage.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience with PR software, media monitoring tools, and social media management.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute strategic public relations plans to achieve key business objectives.
• Cultivate and maintain strong, proactive relationships with media outlets, journalists, and influencers.
• Craft and disseminate high-quality press releases, statements, and other PR materials.
• Serve as a key point of contact for media inquiries, managing responses effectively and efficiently.
• Monitor media coverage, analyze its impact, and provide actionable insights and reports.
• Support the development and execution of crisis communication strategies.

Conocimientos

Media relations

Strategic thinking

Crisis communication

Written communication

Educación

Bachelor's degree in PR/ Communications/ Journalism/ Marketing

Herramientas

PR software

Media monitoring tools

Social media management

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and results-driven Public Relations Executive to elevate their brand presence, working remotely. This role is crucial for developing and implementing innovative PR strategies, cultivating media relationships, and managing public perception across various channels. You will be responsible for crafting compelling narratives, handling media inquiries, and ensuring consistent brand messaging. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned PR professional to take ownership of communication initiatives and drive impactful results from anywhere, contributing to the organization’s success in the Northern Cape and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic public relations plans to achieve key business objectives.
• Cultivate and maintain strong, proactive relationships with media outlets, journalists, and influencers.
• Craft and disseminate high-quality press releases, statements, and other PR materials.
• Serve as a key point of contact for media inquiries, managing responses effectively and efficiently.
• Monitor media coverage, analyze its impact, and provide actionable insights and reports.
• Support the development and execution of crisis communication strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in public relations, agency or corporate setting.
• Proven track record of securing positive media coverage and managing successful PR campaigns.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with PR software, media monitoring tools, and social media management is essential.

Benefits

• Competitive executive-level salary and performance bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering significant flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and professional development budget.
• Opportunity to shape the PR strategy for a growing organization.