Remote External Communications Leader — Brand & Crisis

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus potential

Health insurance

Flexible remote

Paid time off

Professional development

Leadership opportunity

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced External Communications Manager to lead public-facing communications in Nelspruit. You will shape the company’s image, manage media relations, and oversee crisis communication planning.

This role requires a minimum of six years in external communications, strong writing and verbal skills, and a bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field. Remote work options are available, with opportunity to influence brand perception in the region.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years in external communications, PR or media management.
• Proven success in media relations and securing positive coverage.
• Strong understanding of strategy, reputation management and crisis communications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute external communication strategies.
• Manage media relations, press releases and inquiries.
• Oversee corporate reputation management and crisis planning.
• Craft narratives and key messages for external audiences.
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends; provide strategic counsel.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent brand messaging.

Skills

Media relations

Strategic thinking

Crisis communications

Written communication

Verbal communication

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced External Communications Manager to lead public-facing communications in Nelspruit. You will shape the company’s image, manage media relations, and oversee crisis communication planning.

This role requires a minimum of six years in external communications, strong writing and verbal skills, and a bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field. Remote work options are available, with opportunity to influence brand perception in the region.