Senior Media Relations Manager — Hybrid, Growth & Impact

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Health & wellness benefits

Generous PTO

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Media Relations Manager to lead public relations activities in Polokwane and the Limpopo region. You will develop proactive media strategies to raise brand visibility and manage reputation by building strong relationships with journalists and media outlets.

You will coordinate interviews, brief spokespeople, monitor media coverage, and report on impact while guiding crisis communications with senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in PR, Communications, Journalism, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in media relations with a proven track record.
• Strong understanding of the South African media landscape and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to handle crisis communications and media inquiries effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement media relations strategies for Polokwane and nearby regions.
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists, editors, and media influencers.
• Pitch stories and company news to relevant outlets.
• Coordinate interviews and provide briefing materials for spokespeople.
• Monitor coverage, analyze results, and report on media impact.
• Develop crisis communication plans with senior leadership.

Skills

Media relations

Crisis communications

Stakeholder relationships

Public speaking

Communications strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Media Relations Manager to lead public relations activities in Polokwane and the Limpopo region. You will develop proactive media strategies to raise brand visibility and manage reputation by building strong relationships with journalists and media outlets.

You will coordinate interviews, brief spokespeople, monitor media coverage, and report on impact while guiding crisis communications with senior leadership.