Public Relations Officer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary reviews

Full-time

Medical aid

Provident fund

Annual bonus

Mentorship

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein seeks a proactive Public Relations Officer to build and maintain positive relationships with media and the public. You will craft press materials, coordinate interviews, and support campaigns from an office-based role in the judicial capital.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in PR/Communications and 1–3 years of PR experience, with strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills. Join a collaborative team and contribute to a dynamic communications program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in PR, communications, journalism, or a related discipline.
• 1–3 years of PR or communications experience.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and executing PR strategies and campaigns.
• Write and distribute press releases, media kits, and other communication materials.
• Respond to media inquiries and coordinate interviews with company spokespersons.
• Monitor media coverage and prepare reports on media mentions and sentiment.
• Organize and support press events and public appearances.
• Maintain an updated database of media contacts.
• Assist in managing social media content and engagement.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Proofreading

Media relations

Organization

Deadlines

Education

Bachelor's degree in PR/Communications

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proactive Public Relations Officer to join their team in Bloemfontein. This role focuses on building and maintaining positive relationships with the media and the public, enhancing the organization's reputation. You will be responsible for creating compelling press materials, managing communications, and supporting PR campaigns. This is an office-based role, providing direct interaction and collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders in the judicial capital.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and executing PR strategies and campaigns.
• Write and distribute press releases, media kits, and other communication materials.
• Respond to media inquiries and coordinate interviews with company spokespersons.
• Monitor media coverage and prepare reports on media mentions and sentiment.
• Organize and support press events and public appearances.
• Maintain an updated database of media contacts.
• Assist in managing social media content and engagement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related discipline.
• 1-3 years of experience in a PR or communications role.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Familiarity with media relations and communication principles.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary with regular reviews.
• Full-time employment with standard working hours.
• Medical aid contributions and a provident fund.
• Annual performance bonus opportunity.
• Supportive team environment with mentorship opportunities.