Public Relations Specialist - Remote Opportunity

Placements24; Benoni; Ibrido; ZAR 260.000 - 420.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive compensation

Health benefits

Professional development

Remote-friendly culture

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a Public Relations Specialist for a fully remote role. You will craft narratives, manage media relations, and support strategic PR initiatives for diverse clients from your home office.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in PR or related field, 1–3 years' experience, excellent writing and verbal skills, and strong organizational abilities. Proficiency with MS Office and media monitoring tools, plus independent, collaborative remote work.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in public relations, media relations, or communications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with media monitoring tools and databases.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and social media platforms.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and eagerness to learn.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a virtual team environment.

Mansioni

• Assist in developing and implementing public relations strategies and campaigns.
• Draft and distribute press releases, media advisories, and other PR materials.
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists, bloggers, and media influencers.
• Monitor media coverage and provide regular reports on brand mentions and sentiment.
• Support the management of social media channels and online brand reputation.
• Coordinate media events and press conferences.
• Conduct research on industry trends and competitor activities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent brand messaging across all communications.
• Assist in managing crisis communication responses as needed.

Conoscenze

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Remote work

Media relations

Social media management

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations or related field

Strumenti

Microsoft Office

Media monitoring tools

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Join our client, a leading agency in the Media & PR sector, as a Public Relations Specialist. This position is designed as a fully remote role, allowing you to leverage your expertise in communications and media engagement from the comfort of your home office. We are looking for a passionate and detail-oriented individual to support the development and execution of strategic PR initiatives. As a remote-first company, we foster a connected and collaborative culture, ensuring all team members feel valued and integrated. You will play a crucial role in enhancing our client's brand reputation, managing media interactions, and crafting compelling narratives that resonate with target audiences. This is an exceptional chance to contribute to impactful campaigns and grow your career within a supportive and dynamic virtual environment. Your contributions will directly influence our clients' success and visibility in the competitive media landscape. We are committed to providing a seamless remote working experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing public relations strategies and campaigns.
• Draft and distribute press releases, media advisories, and other PR materials.
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists, bloggers, and media influencers.
• Monitor media coverage and provide regular reports on brand mentions and sentiment.
• Support the management of social media channels and online brand reputation.
• Coordinate media events and press conferences.
• Conduct research on industry trends and competitor activities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent brand messaging across all communications.
• Assist in managing crisis communication responses as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in public relations, media relations, or communications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with media monitoring tools and databases.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and social media platforms.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and eagerness to learn.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a virtual team environment.

Benefits

• Our client provides a competitive compensation package, including a dynamic salary, and a suite of benefits designed for remote professionals.
• This includes comprehensive health benefits, opportunities for professional development and training, and a supportive team culture that prioritizes work-life balance.
• You will be empowered to take ownership of your work and contribute to exciting projects for a diverse range of clients.
• We offer a truly flexible and inclusive remote work experience.