Remote Communications Manager - Charity

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible schedule

Professional development

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative and strategic Remote Communications Manager for the Charity sector to elevate the organization’s public profile, engage stakeholders, and tell compelling stories from anywhere.

In this role you will develop and execute multichannel communication plans, manage digital presence, nurture media relationships, and monitor impact, delivering reports to leadership.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in communications, public relations, or marketing, ideally within the non-profit or Charity & Voluntary sector.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in digital marketing tools, social media management, and content creation.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple communication initiatives simultaneously.
• Strong self-management and communication abilities for effective remote collaboration, ideally located near Soweto, Gauteng.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic communication plans to enhance brand awareness and engagement.
• Create compelling content for various channels, including social media, websites, newsletters, and press releases.
• Manage and maintain the organization's online presence, including website content and social media platforms.
• Build and nurture relationships with media contacts and influencers to secure positive coverage.
• Monitor communication effectiveness, analyze engagement metrics, and provide regular reports to leadership.

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-regarded organization in the Charity & Voluntary sector, is seeking a creative and strategic Remote Communications Manager - Charity to enhance their public profile and engage stakeholders. This fully remote position will lead the development and execution of comprehensive communication strategies across various platforms. You will be responsible for crafting compelling narratives, managing digital presence, and ensuring consistent messaging that reflects our client's mission and impact. The ideal candidate is an exceptional communicator with a passion for storytelling and a proven ability to connect with diverse audiences, working from anywhere while driving awareness and support for critical causes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic communication plans to enhance brand awareness and engagement.
• Create compelling content for various channels, including social media, websites, newsletters, and press releases.
• Manage and maintain the organization's online presence, including website content and social media platforms.
• Build and nurture relationships with media contacts and influencers to secure positive coverage.
• Monitor communication effectiveness, analyze engagement metrics, and provide regular reports to leadership.

Requirements

• Proven experience in communications, public relations, or marketing, ideally within the non-profit or Charity & Voluntary sector.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in digital marketing tools, social media management, and content creation.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple communication initiatives simultaneously.
• Strong self-management and communication abilities for effective remote collaboration, ideally located near Soweto, Gauteng.

Benefits

• Competitive salary for a remote position, commensurate with experience.
• Flexible work arrangements and the freedom to work from home.
• Opportunities for professional development in communications and digital media.
• Direct impact on raising awareness and support for crucial community initiatives.
• A collaborative and supportive virtual team environment focused on making a difference.