Remote Content and Communications Specialist

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Flexible hours

Health insurance

Dental & vision

Professional development budget

Collaborative remote team

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Content and Communications Specialist to craft engaging content, manage social media, and support PR and marketing efforts. The role emphasizes strong writing, storytelling, and remote collaboration to boost brand visibility.

You will develop narratives for websites, blogs, newsletters, and press materials, while coordinating with teams to ensure consistent messaging. Fully remote role with flexible hours and a focus on performance analytics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, English, Journalism, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in content creation, communications, or digital marketing.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in social media management and content management systems (CMS).
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and maintain high-quality output remotely.
• Familiarity with SEO principles and basic graphic design is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality, engaging content for websites, blogs, social media, and marketing collateral.
• Manage and update company social media profiles, driving follower engagement and interaction.
• Support the development and execution of communication plans and PR campaigns.
• Write and edit newsletters, press releases, and internal announcements.
• Monitor online conversations and track content performance, providing insights for improvement.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent brand messaging and tone.

Skills

Content creation

Writing

Social media management

CMS

SEO basics

Graphic design basics

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CMS (Content Management System)

Job description

Our client is seeking a talented and versatile Remote Content and Communications Specialist to join their dynamic team, supporting initiatives with connections to Nelspruit . This fully remote role involves creating engaging content, managing various communication channels, and supporting broader PR and marketing efforts. You will be responsible for developing compelling narratives that resonate with target audiences, enhancing brand visibility and engagement online and offline. The ideal candidate is a strong writer and storyteller, adept at digital content creation, and motivated to excel in a remote work environment, contributing to innovative communication strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Create high-quality, engaging content for websites, blogs, social media, and marketing collateral.
• Manage and update company social media profiles, driving follower engagement and interaction.
• Support the development and execution of communication plans and PR campaigns.
• Write and edit various forms of communication, including newsletters, press releases, and internal announcements.
• Monitor online conversations and track content performance, providing insights for improvement.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent brand messaging and tone.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, English, Journalism, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in content creation, communications, or digital marketing.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in social media management and content management systems (CMS).
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and maintain high-quality output remotely.
• Familiarity with SEO principles and basic graphic design is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote position with flexible working hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous professional development budget.
• A collaborative and supportive remote team environment.