Remote Senior PR & Communications Strategist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Remote work tools

Home office stipend

Paid time off

Professional development

Performance bonuses

Retirement matching

Employee assistance program

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a highly motivated Senior Public Relations Manager to join our remote-first team. You will shape and amplify our client's brand narrative across media channels, and lead strategic PR campaigns from anywhere with strong self-direction.

You will build media relations, craft releases, manage crises, monitor coverage, and collaborate with marketing to drive integrated campaigns. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in PR, a relevant degree, outstanding writing and speaking

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in public relations or corporate communications.
• Proven success in developing and executing strategic PR campaigns.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong media relationships and contacts.
• Experience with media monitoring and analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of social media and digital PR.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects remotely.
• Experience in crisis communication is highly preferred.
• Proactive, strategic thinker with problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement PR strategies to enhance brand visibility and reputation.
• Cultivate relationships with media outlets, journalists, influencers, and stakeholders.
• Craft press releases, media advisories, speeches, and PR materials.
• Manage media inquiries and coordinate interviews with consistent messaging.
• Oversee social media engagement and online reputation management.
• Monitor media coverage and report on campaign performance.
• Develop and execute crisis communication plans.
• Collaborate with marketing to ensure integrated campaigns.
• Identify emerging media trends and opportunities.
• Manage PR budgets and allocate resources effectively.

Skills

Media relations

Corporate communications

Crisis management

Strategic thinking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Remote work discipline

Education

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

Tools

Media monitoring tools

Digital PR tools

Job description

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a highly motivated Senior Public Relations Manager to join our remote-first team. You will shape and amplify our client's brand narrative across media channels, and lead strategic PR campaigns from anywhere with strong self-direction.

You will build media relations, craft releases, manage crises, monitor coverage, and collaborate with marketing to drive integrated campaigns. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in PR, a relevant degree, outstanding writing and speaking