Remote External Communications Leader — Brand & Crisis

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Internal Communications Specialist to join a fully remote team. You will design and execute strategic internal comms plans, craft engaging content for newsletters, intranet, and company-wide updates, and ensure employees are informed and aligned with goals.

In a remote-first environment, you’ll collaborate with leadership, manage multiple projects, and measure the impact of communications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications or related field.
• Minimum 4 years in internal or corporate communications.
• Ability to develop and implement internal comms strategies.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Experience with CMS and internal platforms.
• Strong employee engagement understanding.
• Ability to work remotely and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute internal communication strategies.
• Create content for newsletters, intranet, and announcements.
• Manage and update the company intranet for timeliness.
• Facilitate communication between leadership and employees.
• Support change management communications.
• Measure effectiveness of channels and campaigns.
• Organize virtual events and town halls.
• Ensure consistent brand voice in internal comms.
• Advise management on best practices.

Skills

Writing skills

Content management

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Remote work experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Journ alism/Public Relations

Tools

CMS (Content Management Systems)

Analytics tools

Intranet platforms

Job description

Internal Communications Specialist - Remote

Our client, a progressive national corporation, is actively seeking a highly skilled Internal Communications Specialist to join their team on a fully remote basis. This role is essential for fostering a connected and informed workforce across the organization. You will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic internal communication plans, creating engaging content for various channels, and ensuring that employees are informed, engaged, and aligned with company goals and values. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced communicator who excels in a remote‑first environment and understands the nuances of internal messaging. Your contributions will significantly impact employee engagement and organizational culture, regardless of your location near Kimberley or elsewhere.

About the Role

Our client, a progressive national corporation, is actively seeking a highly skilled Internal Communications Specialist to join their team on a fully remote basis. This role is essential for fostering a connected and informed workforce across the organization. You will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic internal communication plans, creating engaging content for various channels, and ensuring that employees are informed, engaged, and aligned with company goals and values. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced communicator who excels in a remote‑first environment and understands the nuances of internal messaging. Your contributions will significantly impact employee engagement and organizational culture, regardless of your location near Kimberley or elsewhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive internal communication strategies.
• Create compelling content for employee newsletters, intranet, company‑wide announcements, and other internal platforms.
• Manage and update the company intranet to ensure timely and relevant information.
• Facilitate effective communication between leadership and employees.
• Support change management communications initiatives.
• Measure the effectiveness of internal communication channels and campaigns.
• Organize and promote virtual employee events and town halls.
• Ensure consistent messaging and brand voice across all internal communications.
• Advise management on internal communication best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in internal communications or corporate communications.
• Proven ability to develop and implement successful internal communication strategies.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Experience with content management systems and internal communication platforms.
• Strong understanding of employee engagement principles.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in digital communication tools and analytics.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers the ultimate flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere. Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development. You will be part of a supportive, remote‑first culture that values collaboration and innovation. Join us and play a key role in shaping our internal communication landscape from your home office, even if based near Kimberley .

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