Senior Communications Strategist — Remote Brand & Media Narrative

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 820,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan with company matching

Home office stipend

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Communications Specialist to lead strategic communications for a remote-first team. You will craft compelling narratives, manage public perception, and work with journalists, influencers, and internal teams to maintain a consistent brand voice.

The role emphasizes crisis planning, digital storytelling, and autonomous work with minimal supervision, delivering high-quality results across internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in media relations, PR, or corporate communications.
• Proven track record in developing and executing communication campaigns.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with strong storytelling skills.
• Strong understanding of traditional and digital media landscapes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies to enhance brand visibility and reputation.
• Craft press releases, media advisories, speeches, and other corporate communications materials.
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists, influencers, and media outlets nationwide.
• Manage social media channels and respond to public inquiries.
• Monitor media coverage, analyze trends, and report on sentiment and KPIs.
• Advise senior leadership on communications strategy and reputational risks.
• Organize and manage press conferences and media events, including virtual formats.
• Collaborate with marketing, legal, and HR to ensure aligned messaging.
• Develop crisis communication plans and manage response protocols.

Skills

Media relations

Crisis communications

Storytelling

Stakeholder management

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Slack

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Communications Specialist to lead strategic communications for a remote-first team. You will craft compelling narratives, manage public perception, and work with journalists, influencers, and internal teams to maintain a consistent brand voice.

The role emphasizes crisis planning, digital storytelling, and autonomous work with minimal supervision, delivering high-quality results across internal and external stakeholders.