Senior Communications Strategist — Remote Impact Leader

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office stipend

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Communications Specialist to join a fully remote team. You will develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies, shape public messaging, and engage with key stakeholders from home.

The role demands strategic thinking, exceptional writing, and strong project management across multiple initiatives. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years in media relations or corporate communications, a bachelor's degree in a related field, and proficiency with social

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in media relations or corporate communications.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading.
• Proven ability to develop and execute communication strategies.
• Strong understanding of media landscape and journalistic principles.
• Experience with social media management tools and digital platforms.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• Proficiency in relevant software and communication tools.
• Content creation for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated communication plans to enhance brand visibility and reputation.
• Craft compelling press releases, media advisories, speeches, and internal communications.
• Manage media relations, cultivate relationships with journalists, and secure positive media coverage.
• Oversee social media content strategy and engagement across various platforms.
• Create engaging content for website, newsletters, and marketing collateral.
• Monitor media coverage and analyze communication campaign effectiveness, providing regular reports.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent brand messaging and support departmental objectives.
• Provide strategic counsel on communication issues and crisis management.

Skills

Writing skills

Media relations

Stakeholder management

Crisis communication

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field

Tools

Social media tools

Digital platforms

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Communications Specialist to join a fully remote team. You will develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies, shape public messaging, and engage with key stakeholders from home.

The role demands strategic thinking, exceptional writing, and strong project management across multiple initiatives. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years in media relations or corporate communications, a bachelor's degree in a related field, and proficiency with social