Remote Communications Director: Lead National PR Strategy

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote autonomy

Executive comp

Medical coverage

Paid leave

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a visionary Communications Director to lead a fully remote communications team from George. The role drives strategy, brand voice, and corporate messaging to shape nationwide public perception.

You will guide media relations, crisis communications, and executive messaging, collaborating with C-suite leadership to deliver impactful campaigns with measurable outcomes and tight budgets.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in Communications, PR, Journalism, MBA or related field.
• 10+ years in public relations, corporate communications, or media management with leadership.
• Proven track record in managing complex PR challenges and crises.
• Exceptional leadership and strategic decision-making with stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development and execution of integrated communication strategies.
• Lead and mentor a remote PR team to collaborate effectively.
• Manage media relations including press outreach and crisis communications.
• Develop a consistent brand voice across internal and external communications.
• Approve press releases, speeches and external content.
• Monitor media trends and advise leadership on opportunities and risks.
• Build relationships with media outlets and stakeholders.
• Create content for digital, social, and traditional platforms.
• Oversee the communications budget and resource allocation.
• Report on campaign effectiveness to executives.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Remote team management

Media relations

Analytics

Education

Master's degree in Communications

Tools

PR software

Analytics tools

Content management systems

Job description

Placements24 seeks a visionary Communications Director to lead a fully remote communications team from George. The role drives strategy, brand voice, and corporate messaging to shape nationwide public perception.

You will guide media relations, crisis communications, and executive messaging, collaborating with C-suite leadership to deliver impactful campaigns with measurable outcomes and tight budgets.