Remote Strategy & Communications Architect

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

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.