Senior Communications Director - Hybrid (Pretoria)

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Bonus incentives

Health and retirement benefits

Executive development opportunities

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Communications Director to lead strategic communication initiatives from Pretoria, Gauteng, with a hybrid work model that blends remote work and essential in-office collaboration. This senior leader will drive internal and external communications, ensure consistent brand messaging, and enhance reputation across all platforms.

The role demands a Master’s degree in a related field and at least 10 years in communications leadership, with proven expertise in media

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years in a progressive communications leadership role, with emphasis on Media & PR.
• Proven success in developing and executing impactful communication strategies for large organizations.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate comprehensive communication strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Oversee media relations, crisis communications, press conferences, and spokesperson training.
• Manage corporate reputation and brand messaging across platforms.
• Lead and mentor the communications team and foster collaboration.
• Develop and execute internal communication strategies to engage employees.
• Oversee creation and distribution of external communications materials, including press releases and reports.
• Build relationships with key media contacts, influencers, and stakeholders.
• Monitor media coverage and provide insights to senior leadership.
• Manage the communications budget efficiently and allocate resources.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Media relations

Crisis communications

People management

Education

Master's degree in Communications / PR / Journalism / Marketing

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Communications Director to lead strategic communication initiatives from Pretoria, Gauteng, with a hybrid work model that blends remote work and essential in-office collaboration. This senior leader will drive internal and external communications, ensure consistent brand messaging, and enhance reputation across all platforms.

The role demands a Master’s degree in a related field and at least 10 years in communications leadership, with proven expertise in media