Remote Media & Public Affairs Strategist

Placements24; Benoni; Hybride; ZAR 450 000 - 750 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Fully remote

Health benefits

Career growth opportunities

Work-life balance

Collaborative virtual environment

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in the South Africa region seeks a Remote Media and Public Affairs Specialist to shape and disseminate the client’s public message from a home office. You will manage media relationships and advocate for the organization’s interests in a fully remote setting.

The role focuses on developing strategic communication plans, drafting statements, and engaging with media, government officials, and other stakeholders to influence public discourse.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Political Science, Communications, Journalism, or related field.
• 4–6 years of experience in media relations or public affairs.
• Proven success in developing PR and public affairs strategies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Autonomous, able to work remotely.
• Strong understanding of media landscapes and policy issues.
• Experience with media monitoring and analysis tools.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement strategic media relations and public affairs initiatives.
• Craft clear, concise, and persuasive communication materials, including press releases, position papers, and speeches.
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists, government officials, and community leaders.
• Monitor media coverage and public discourse, identifying key issues and opportunities.
• Respond to media inquiries and facilitate interviews for company spokespeople.
• Represent the organization's interests in public forums and discussions.
• Advise senior leadership on media and public affairs matters.
• Manage the company's online reputation and digital communication channels.
• Coordinate public affairs campaigns and stakeholder engagement efforts.
• Analyze public sentiment and policy developments impacting the organization.

Connaissances

Media relations

Public affairs

Stakeholder management

Strategic communication

Remote work

Written communication

Analytical skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Political Science, Communications, or related field

Description du poste

Placements24 in the South Africa region seeks a Remote Media and Public Affairs Specialist to shape and disseminate the client’s public message from a home office. You will manage media relationships and advocate for the organization’s interests in a fully remote setting.

The role focuses on developing strategic communication plans, drafting statements, and engaging with media, government officials, and other stakeholders to influence public discourse.