Remote Senior Communications Strategist — Media & PR

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Home office stipend

Remote work flexibility

Professional development budget

Annual leave and personal time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Communications Strategist to lead integrated communication initiatives for a major industrial sector client. This remote role focuses on developing messaging, managing media relations, and guiding senior leaders on strategic communications.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in corporate communications, exceptional writing and presentation skills, and strong capabilities in crisis and internal communications. Remote work offers flexibility and broad SA scope.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, or media strategy.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing communication strategies.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and presentation skills.
• Strong media relations, crisis communications and internal comms expertise.
• Experience advising senior leadership on strategic matters.
• Proficiency with communication planning tools and media monitoring software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated communication strategies aligned with business goals.
• Create messaging frameworks and ensure consistent brand voice across communications.
• Manage media relations and build relationships with key journalists to secure coverage.
• Oversee internal communications to engage employees and align with objectives.
• Advise senior executives on communication strategies and crisis management.
• Monitor media sentiment and provide data-driven insights.
• Develop communication plans for key projects and initiatives.
• Write/edit press releases, speeches, and reports.
• Evaluate strategies and provide improvement insights.
• Stay updated on industry trends and new tech in comms.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Presentation skills

Analytical skills

Media relations

Crisis communications

Internal communications

Stakeholder management

Education

Master's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Communications Strategist to lead integrated communication initiatives for a major industrial sector client. This remote role focuses on developing messaging, managing media relations, and guiding senior leaders on strategic communications.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in corporate communications, exceptional writing and presentation skills, and strong capabilities in crisis and internal communications. Remote work offers flexibility and broad SA scope.