Remote Communications Specialist

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Flexible schedule

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative and strategic Remote Communications Specialist to enhance its public profile and engage key audiences. You will craft engaging content, manage social media, and ensure consistent brand messaging from anywhere, contributing to outreach efforts across Randburg and beyond.

The role emphasizes independent work, strong writing skills, and experience in digital marketing and public relations for a mission-driven organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Proven experience in communications or similar role.
• Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive communication and marketing strategies.
• Create engaging content for websites, social media, newsletters, and press releases.
• Manage and grow the organization's social media presence across multiple platforms.
• Monitor media coverage and respond to inquiries from the public and press.
• Ensure brand consistency and messaging across all communication channels.
• Analyze communication metrics and report on campaign effectiveness.

Skills

Content creation

Social media management

Public relations

Analytics & reporting

Education

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

Tools

Content creation tools

Social media management platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking non-profit organization, is seeking a creative and strategic Remote Communications Specialist to enhance its public profile and engage key audiences. In this fully remote role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing compelling communication strategies across various platforms to amplify our message and support our mission. You will craft engaging content, manage social media presence, and ensure consistent brand messaging. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled communicator to make a significant impact from anywhere, contributing to our outreach and advocacy efforts across Randburg and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive communication and marketing strategies.
• Create engaging content for websites, social media, newsletters, and press releases.
• Manage and grow the organization's social media presence across multiple platforms.
• Monitor media coverage and respond to inquiries from the public and press.
• Ensure brand consistency and messaging across all communication channels.
• Analyze communication metrics and report on campaign effectiveness.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Communications Specialist or similar role, preferably in the non-profit sector.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Proficiency in social media management tools and content creation software.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing and public relations principles.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
• Fully remote position, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Opportunity to shape the voice and impact of a mission-driven organization.
• Professional development and opportunities for skill enhancement.
• Join a passionate team dedicated to making a positive difference in the community.