Remote Strategic Communications Lead

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Remote work allowance

Retirement fund contribution

Annual performance bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Remote Strategic Communications Lead to design and execute comprehensive communication plans that support organizational goals. You will lead external communications, cultivate media relations, and guide messaging across platforms from a remote setting.

You will develop compelling content for press releases, speeches, and annual reports while mentoring junior team members and collaborating with marketing, legal, and leadership to ensure unified messaging.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field.
• At least 8 years of progressive experience in strategic communications or corporate affairs, with leadership experience.
• Proven track record of developing and executing multi-faceted communication strategies.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of media relations, government relations, and crisis communications.
• Experience managing national or global communication campaigns.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting and mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute sophisticated strategic communication plans that support organizational goals and brand positioning.
• Lead and manage all external communications, including media relations, public affairs, and stakeholder engagement.
• Develop content for press releases, digital media, executive speeches, and annual reports.
• Cultivate relationships with national and international media outlets.
• Monitor industry trends and provide strategic counsel to senior leadership.
• Oversee crisis communication strategies with rapid and effective responses.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure unified messaging.
• Manage the company's online presence, including website and social media strategies.
• Measure and report on the effectiveness of communication initiatives.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior communications team members.

Skills

Strategic communications

Media relations

Crisis communications

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Remote work proficiency

Education

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

Tools

Media monitoring software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a visionary and experienced Remote Strategic Communications Lead to drive impactful narratives and elevate their brand presence. This is a fully remote position, allowing top talent to contribute from anywhere while shaping the communication strategy of a leading organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive communication plans that align with our client's strategic objectives. This role demands a seasoned professional adept at managing diverse communication channels, fostering strong media relationships, and guiding messaging across all platforms. You will play a crucial role in enhancing our client's reputation and achieving its business goals within a flexible, remote work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute sophisticated strategic communication plans that support organizational goals and brand positioning.
• Lead and manage all external communications, including media relations, public affairs, and stakeholder engagement.
• Develop compelling content for various platforms, including press releases, digital media, executive speeches, and annual reports.
• Cultivate and maintain strong, proactive relationships with national and international media outlets.
• Monitor industry trends and media coverage, providing strategic counsel and insights to senior leadership.
• Oversee the development and implementation of crisis communication strategies, ensuring rapid and effective response.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including marketing, legal, and executive leadership, to ensure unified messaging.
• Manage the company's online presence, including website content and social media engagement strategies.
• Measure and report on the effectiveness of communication initiatives, using data to inform future strategies.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior members of the communications team.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in strategic communications, public relations, or corporate affairs, with a significant portion in a leadership capacity.
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful, multi-faceted communication strategies.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively.
• Deep understanding of media relations, government relations, and crisis communications.
• Experience in managing global or national communication campaigns.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders, including senior executives and media professionals.
• Proficiency in digital communication tools, social media platforms, and media monitoring software.
• Highly organized, analytical, and capable of working independently in a remote setting.
• Ability to think strategically and adapt to evolving communication landscapes.

Benefits

• This role offers a competitive annual salary of ZAR, commensurate with experience.
• Our client provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent health coverage, a generous retirement fund contribution, annual performance bonuses, and a remote work allowance to support your home office. Professional development opportunities and generous paid time off are also included.

Join our dynamic, globally connected team and lead impactful communication strategies from your remote location. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future of communication for a forward-thinking organization.