Public Relations Specialist

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings options

Professional development opportunities

Flexible hybrid working arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a skilled Public Relations Specialist to join our communications team. You will shape media relations, create compelling content, and drive proactive campaigns to enhance the company’s public image.

You will work with the PR Manager to identify opportunities for positive coverage, manage press materials, and coordinate interviews. The ideal candidate has strong writing skills, 2–4 years of PR experience, and a collaborative mindset in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in public relations or a related communications role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent editing abilities.
• Experience in media relations and a good understanding of the media landscape.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing public relations strategies.
• Write and edit press releases, media advisories, and other PR materials.
• Build and maintain relationships with local and national media contacts.
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends, reporting on relevant news.
• Support the execution of communication campaigns and events.
• Respond to media inquiries and coordinate interviews.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Editing

Media relations

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations/Communications/Journalism

Tools

PR software

Social media tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and motivated Public Relations Specialist to join their communications team in Polokwane . This role is integral to enhancing the company's public image through strategic media relations, content creation, and proactive communication campaigns. You will work closely with the PR Manager to identify opportunities for positive media coverage and manage the dissemination of company news. The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator with strong writing skills and a proactive approach to public relations, eager to contribute to impactful communication strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing public relations strategies.
• Write and edit press releases, media advisories, and other PR materials.
• Build and maintain relationships with local and national media contacts.
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends, reporting on relevant news.
• Support the execution of communication campaigns and events.
• Respond to media inquiries and coordinate interviews.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in public relations or a related communications role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent editing abilities.
• Experience in media relations and a good understanding of the media landscape.
• Proficiency in using PR software and social media platforms for communication.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and benefits package.
• Health insurance and retirement savings options.
• Professional development opportunities and training programs.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangement.