Remote Media & Communications Strategist for Social Impact

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Media and Communications Specialist to remotely support operations based in Benoni, Gauteng. The role focuses on creating compelling content, managing media channels, and fostering relationships with journalists to amplify the non-profit’s mission.

You will develop communications strategies, coordinate press materials, and contribute to campaigns and reports while working with a distributed team across a purpose-driven organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in media relations or PR.
• Excellent writing and verbal communication.
• Experience with social media tools and content creation.
• Remote or hybrid work experience is beneficial.
• Ability to build media relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement media and communications strategies.
• Create content for press, web, social, and newsletters.
• Build relationships with journalists and media.
• Monitor media coverage and social conversations.
• Coordinate media inquiries and interviews.
• Manage organization’s social media and brand voice.
• Plan campaigns, events, and awareness initiatives.
• Support crisis communication planning.
• Analyze effectiveness with regular reports.
• Collaborate with programs to highlight impact.

Skills

Communication skills

Storytelling

Social media management

Media relations

Remote work

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Tools

Graphic design software

Video editing software

Content creation platforms

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Media and Communications Specialist to remotely support operations based in Benoni, Gauteng. The role focuses on creating compelling content, managing media channels, and fostering relationships with journalists to amplify the non-profit’s mission.

You will develop communications strategies, coordinate press materials, and contribute to campaigns and reports while working with a distributed team across a purpose-driven organization.