Senior PR & Communications Strategist

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus structure

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Professional development

Influence on reputation

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni invites a seasoned Public Relations Officer to lead corporate communications from our Gauteng office. You will shape the company’s public image, manage media relations, and build external partnerships to support business objectives.

You will develop comprehensive PR strategies, craft press releases and reports, monitor public sentiment, and guide crisis communications while engaging investors and community stakeholders across Gauteng and beyond.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or related field.
• 5+ years of corporate PR or communications experience.
• Proven success in media relations and strategic campaigns.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong presentations.
• Familiar with media monitoring and crisis comms management.
• Knowledge of Gauteng business landscape and governance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive PR strategies and corporate communication plans.
• Serve as the primary media contact, responding to inquiries and proactively pitching stories to secure positive coverage.
• Craft and disseminate press releases, statements, annual reports, and other corporate communication materials.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, government officials, and community leaders in Benoni.
• Monitor media and public opinion, providing insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Lead crisis communication efforts, ensuring timely and accurate responses to sensitive issues.

Skills

Media relations

Corporate communications

Crisis communications

Stakeholder engagement

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Media monitoring tools

Job description

Placements24 in Benoni invites a seasoned Public Relations Officer to lead corporate communications from our Gauteng office. You will shape the company’s public image, manage media relations, and build external partnerships to support business objectives.

You will develop comprehensive PR strategies, craft press releases and reports, monitor public sentiment, and guide crisis communications while engaging investors and community stakeholders across Gauteng and beyond.