Public Relations Manager

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 850,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Remote work flexibility

Home office setup allowance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Public Relations Manager to lead our remote PR strategy, elevate the brand, and advise leadership on communications. The role focuses on crafting compelling narratives, managing media relations, and protecting reputation in a remote-first setting.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in PR/corporate communications, exceptional written and verbal skills, and a track record of successful campaigns and crisis management.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in PR, communications, journalism, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in public relations or corporate communications.
• Proven ability to develop and execute PR campaigns.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage crisis communications and build strong media relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic PR plans to achieve communications and brand objectives.
• Manage all media relations activities and build relationships with journalists and influencers.
• Oversee creation and distribution of press releases, media kits, and PR collateral.
• Identify opportunities for positive media coverage and manage crises effectively.
• Advise senior management on PR matters and communications strategies.
• Monitor media landscape and report on coverage, sentiment, and competition.

Skills

Media relations

Crisis comms

Strategic PR

Written comms

Verbal comms

Leadership

Education

Master's degree in PR/communications/journalism

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned and strategic Public Relations Manager to lead their communication efforts for their operations, working entirely remotely. This senior role is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive PR strategies that enhance and protect the company's brand reputation. You will be instrumental in managing media relations, crafting compelling narratives, and advising leadership on communication matters. This position offers a significant opportunity for an experienced PR professional to drive impactful communication initiatives in a flexible, remote-first setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic PR plans to achieve specific communication and brand objectives.
• Manage all media relations activities, including pitching stories, responding to inquiries, and building strong relationships with key journalists and influencers.
• Oversee the creation and distribution of press releases, media kits, and other PR collateral.
• Proactively identify opportunities for positive media coverage and manage potential crises effectively.
• Advise senior management on public relations matters and communication strategies.
• Monitor media landscape and provide regular reports on coverage, sentiment, and competitive analysis.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in public relations or corporate communications.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing successful PR campaigns.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage crisis communications and build strong media relationships.
• Experience working remotely and managing distributed teams is a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and remote work flexibility.
• Allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Opportunity to shape the PR strategy of a growing organization from the comfort of your home.