Public Relations Specialist: Growth, Medical Benefits & Bonus

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance bonuses

Training programs

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Tembisa, Gauteng, is seeking a Public Relations Specialist to develop and implement PR strategies, manage media relations, and coordinate campaigns. You will craft press materials and collaborate with marketing and leadership to ensure consistent messaging across channels.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of PR experience, excellent writing and communication skills, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
• 1–3 years of PR/med ia relations experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with social media.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proactive attitude and keen eye for detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Understanding of media landscape and journalist engagement.
• Knowledge of PR software and media monitoring tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute PR strategies and plans.
• Draft and edit press releases, media kits, fact sheets, and other materials.
• Build relationships with local media outlets, journalists, and stakeholders.
• Monitor media coverage and industry news relevant to the company and competitors.
• Pitch stories and seek opportunities for positive media placement.
• Plan and execute PR events and press conferences.
• Manage social media content for PR activities with brand consistency.
• Respond to media inquiries and day-to-day media relations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align PR with marketing and business objectives.
• Assist in crisis communication protocols.

Skills

Public relations

Media relations

Writing

Communication

Storytelling

Time management

Teamwork

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations/Communications

Tools

Media monitoring tools

Job description

Placements24 in Tembisa, Gauteng, is seeking a Public Relations Specialist to develop and implement PR strategies, manage media relations, and coordinate campaigns. You will craft press materials and collaborate with marketing and leadership to ensure consistent messaging across channels.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of PR experience, excellent writing and communication skills, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach.