Remote Communications Specialist

Placements24; Polokwane; Híbrido; ZAR 350 000 - 520 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Fully remote work

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative virtual team culture

Flexible work environment

Impactful social change work

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a creative Remote Communications Specialist for a non-profit focused on social justice and human rights. You will develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies to raise awareness, engage stakeholders, and promote advocacy efforts from a fully remote position.

The ideal candidate will have strong writing, editing, and digital media skills, experience with CMS and email marketing, and a passion for social change.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, PR, or related field.
• 3-5 years in communications, PR, or digital marketing for non-profits preferred.
• Proven ability to create high-quality written and visual content.
• Strong command of social media platforms and CMS.
• Experience with Canva and Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.
• Remote work ability and strong collaboration skills.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute integrated communication strategies across social media, website, email, and traditional media.
• Create engaging content: press releases, blogs, social updates, newsletters, and website copy.
• Manage and grow social media presence and engagement.
• Maintain and update the website with current, SEO-friendly content.
• Develop and manage email marketing campaigns.
• Monitor media coverage and social conversations relevant to the org.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure consistent messaging and branding.
• Design visuals for digital and print materials.
• Organize and promote public events, webinars, and advocacy campaigns.
• Analyze metrics and report on campaign performance and audience engagement.
• Stay updated on trends to enhance outreach efforts.

Conhecimentos

Strong writing

Editing

Social media management

CMS proficiency

Email marketing tools

Graphic design basics

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field

Ferramentas

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a non-profit organization dedicated to advocating for social justice and human rights, is seeking a creative and strategic Remote Communications Specialist . This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute your talents from anywhere. The Communications Specialist will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive communication strategies to raise awareness, engage stakeholders, and promote our client's advocacy efforts. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional writing, editing, and digital media skills, coupled with a deep understanding of non-profit communications. You will play a vital role in shaping our client's public image and amplifying their message. This is a fantastic opportunity to use your communication expertise to drive social change and support a critical cause from a remote location.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated communication strategies across various platforms, including social media, website, email, and traditional media.
• Create engaging and compelling content, such as press releases, blog posts, social media updates, newsletters, and website copy.
• Manage and grow the organization's social media presence, fostering community engagement and dialogue.
• Maintain and update the organization's website, ensuring content is current, accurate, and optimized for search engines.
• Develop and manage email marketing campaigns to inform and engage subscribers.
• Monitor media coverage and social media conversations relevant to the organization's work.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent messaging and branding across all communications.
• Design visual assets, such as graphics and infographics, for use in digital and print materials.
• Assist in organizing and promoting public events, webinars, and advocacy campaigns.
• Analyze communication metrics and provide reports on campaign performance and audience engagement.
• Stay abreast of emerging communication trends and technologies to enhance outreach efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in communications, public relations, or digital marketing, preferably for a non-profit organization.
• Proven ability to create high-quality written and visual content for diverse audiences.
• Strong command of social media platforms, content management systems (CMS), and email marketing tools.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Experience with graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) is a plus.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a remote environment.
• Strong understanding of social justice issues and a passion for human rights.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills for effective teamwork.
• Proficiency in analytics tools to measure communication effectiveness.

Benefits

• This is a fully remote, full-time position offering a competitive salary and the flexibility to work from anywhere.
• We provide opportunities for professional development and continuing education to keep your skills sharp.
• You will be part of a passionate and dedicated team working towards significant social change.
• The ability to contribute meaningfully to human rights and social justice initiatives from a remote setting is a key benefit.
• We foster a collaborative and supportive virtual work culture.
• Experience the autonomy and flexibility of a remote role while making a substantial impact.
• Regular virtual team meetings and opportunities for feedback ensure professional growth and engagement.
• Join an organization where your work directly contributes to a more just and equitable world.