Public Relations Officer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Training and professional development

On-site work in Randburg

Paid vacation and holidays

Supportive and collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg seeks a dedicated Public Relations Officer to support the communications team in executing PR strategies, managing media inquiries, and crafting engaging materials to boost the company’s public image.

The role offers hands-on experience, opportunities to build relationships with media and community stakeholders, and a fast-paced environment ideal for developing core PR skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or related discipline.
• 1–3 years of experience in public relations, communications, or a relevant internship.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
• Familiarity with media relations principles and communication strategies.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
• Enthusiasm for building positive relationships within the Gauteng business community.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of public relations plans and strategies.
• Draft and distribute press releases, media alerts, and other communications materials.
• Respond to media inquiries and facilitate interviews with company spokespersons.
• Monitor media coverage and maintain media contact lists.
• Support the planning and execution of PR events and community outreach initiatives in Randburg.
• Maintain company's media library and provide administrative support to the PR team.

Skills

Media relations

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and proactive Public Relations Officer to support their communications team in Randburg . This role will assist in executing PR strategies, managing media inquiries, and crafting compelling communication materials to enhance the company's public image. You will play a key role in building relationships with media representatives and the community, ensuring positive brand representation. This is an excellent entry to mid-level opportunity for an aspiring PR professional to gain valuable experience and contribute to impactful communication campaigns.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of public relations plans and strategies.
• Draft and distribute press releases, media alerts, and other communications materials.
• Respond to media inquiries and facilitate interviews with company spokespersons.
• Monitor media coverage and maintain media contact lists.
• Support the planning and execution of PR events and community outreach initiatives in Randburg .
• Maintain company's media library and provide administrative support to the PR team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related discipline.
• 1-3 years of experience in public relations, communications, or a relevant internship.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
• Familiarity with media relations principles and communication strategies.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
• Enthusiasm for building positive relationships within the Gauteng business community.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual performance-based salary review.
• Full suite of health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Opportunities for training and professional development in the PR field.
• On-site work environment in a central Randburg location.
• Paid vacation and company holidays.
• A supportive and collaborative team dedicated to effective communication.