Public Relations Officer (Corporate)

Placements24; Benoni; Sur place; ZAR 420 000 - 660 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Bonus structure

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Professional development

Influence on reputation

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Benoni invites a seasoned Public Relations Officer to lead corporate communications from our Gauteng office. You will shape the company’s public image, manage media relations, and build external partnerships to support business objectives.

You will develop comprehensive PR strategies, craft press releases and reports, monitor public sentiment, and guide crisis communications while engaging investors and community stakeholders across Gauteng and beyond.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or related field.
• 5+ years of corporate PR or communications experience.
• Proven success in media relations and strategic campaigns.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong presentations.
• Familiar with media monitoring and crisis comms management.
• Knowledge of Gauteng business landscape and governance.

Responsabilités

• Develop and execute comprehensive PR strategies and corporate communication plans.
• Serve as the primary media contact, responding to inquiries and proactively pitching stories to secure positive coverage.
• Craft and disseminate press releases, statements, annual reports, and other corporate communication materials.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, government officials, and community leaders in Benoni.
• Monitor media and public opinion, providing insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Lead crisis communication efforts, ensuring timely and accurate responses to sensitive issues.

Connaissances

Media relations

Corporate communications

Crisis communications

Stakeholder engagement

Presentation skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Outils

Media monitoring tools

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is looking for a seasoned Public Relations Officer to manage corporate communications from their Benoni office. This critical role involves developing and implementing strategies to enhance the company's public image and manage its reputation effectively. You will be responsible for all media relations, stakeholder engagement, and crafting impactful communication materials designed to resonate with diverse audiences across Gauteng and beyond. This position offers a significant opportunity to shape the corporate narrative and build strong external relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive public relations strategies and corporate communication plans.
• Serve as the primary media contact, responding to inquiries and proactively pitching stories to secure positive coverage.
• Craft and disseminate press releases, statements, annual reports, and other corporate communication materials.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, government officials, and community leaders in Benoni .
• Monitor media and public opinion, providing insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Lead crisis communication efforts, ensuring timely and accurate responses to sensitive issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in corporate public relations or communications.
• Demonstrated success in managing media relations and developing strategic communication campaigns.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with strong presentation abilities.
• Proficiency in media monitoring tools and crisis communication management.
• Understanding of corporate governance and the business landscape in Gauteng .

Benefits

• Attractive salary and bonus structure commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and industry conference attendance.
• A collaborative and dynamic corporate environment.
• Significant influence on corporate reputation management in Benoni .