Remote Communications & Advocacy Specialist

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote‑friendly environment

Opportunity to shape public discourse

Impactful human rights work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Communications & Advocacy Specialist to drive public awareness and influence policy on human rights issues from a remote setting in South Africa.

You will develop and execute integrated strategies across digital channels, media, and events, craft compelling content, and manage stakeholder engagement to expand reach and impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Political Science, Human Rights, or related field.
• 4–6 years in communications, advocacy or public relations, preferably nonprofit/human rights.
• Exceptional writing, editing and storytelling for persuasive messages.
• Digital communications, social media management, and content creation experience.
• Strong understanding of human rights principles and advocacy strategies.
• Proficiency with analytics tools such as Hootsuite and Google Analytics.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting and meet deadlines.
• Experience in media relations and stakeholder engagement is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated communication and advocacy strategies across channels.
• Create press releases, social posts, blog articles, website copy, and campaign materials.
• Manage the organization's social media presence and engagement.
• Build and maintain relationships with media outlets, journalists, influencers.
• Monitor media coverage and public discourse on human rights issues.
• Support advocacy campaigns, including policy briefs and stakeholder engagement.
• Analyze efforts and provide regular impact reports with key metrics.
• Collaborate with internal teams for consistent messaging and brand.
• Stay informed on human rights issues and trends in communications.

Skills

Writing

Storytelling

Digital communications

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Journalism/Political Science/Human Rights

Tools

Hootsuite

Google Analytics

Job description

Our client, an influential advocacy group focused on human rights and social justice, is seeking a highly skilled and creative Remote Communications & Advocacy Specialist . This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from anywhere in South Africa while driving impactful communications and advocacy campaigns. You will be responsible for developing and executing strategies to raise public awareness, engage key stakeholders, and influence policy on critical human rights issues. This role requires exceptional writing skills, a strategic mindset, and a proven ability to leverage digital platforms for maximum reach and impact. We are a remote-first organization committed to fostering an environment where innovative communication strategies thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated communication and advocacy strategies across various channels (digital, media, events).
• Create compelling content, including press releases, social media posts, blog articles, website copy, and campaign materials.
• Manage the organization's social media presence, fostering engagement and expanding reach.
• Build and maintain relationships with media outlets, journalists, and influencers.
• Monitor media coverage and public discourse relevant to human rights issues.
• Support the development and execution of advocacy campaigns, including policy briefs and stakeholder engagement.
• Analyze communication and advocacy efforts, tracking key metrics and providing regular reports on impact.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent messaging and brand representation.
• Stay informed about human rights issues and emerging trends in communications and advocacy.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Political Science, Human Rights, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in communications, advocacy, or public relations, preferably within the non-profit or human rights sector.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with a proven ability to craft persuasive messages.
• Demonstrated experience in digital communications, social media management, and content creation.
• Strong understanding of human rights principles and advocacy strategies.
• Proficiency in using communication and analytics tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Google Analytics).
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in media relations and stakeholder engagement is highly desirable.

Benefits

• This fully remote position offers the significant advantage of working from home while contributing to critical human rights advocacy across South Africa.
• You will receive a competitive salary and benefits package.
• This role provides a unique opportunity to shape public discourse, influence policy, and make a meaningful impact on social justice issues.
• Join a passionate team dedicated to driving positive change through effective communication and advocacy.
• Our client values innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to making a difference from anywhere.