Senior PR & Media Relations Leader - Hybrid

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Generous annual leave

Performance-based bonuses

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Public Relations Manager in Durban to lead strategic PR campaigns and strengthen media relationships. You will craft compelling narratives, guide crisis communications, and collaborate with leadership to ensure consistent messaging across platforms.

The role requires 7+ years in PR or corporate communications, strong storytelling and leadership, and a track record of measurable media results within the media industry. Hybrid work setup in Durban is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in PR/Communications/Journalism/Marketing or related field.
• Master's degree is a plus.
• 7+ years in public relations, media relations, or corporate communications, preferably in media.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic PR campaigns aligned with business objectives.
• Build and maintain relationships with national and local media outlets and influencers.
• Create press releases, media kits, speeches, and PR materials for diverse audiences.
• Manage crisis communications and opportunities for media coverage.
• Oversee internal/external communications ensuring brand consistency.
• Monitor media trends and provide strategic recommendations.

Skills

Communication skills

Media relations

Storytelling

Crisis management

Leadership

Education

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

Master's degree

Tools

PR software

Media monitoring tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Public Relations Manager in Durban to lead strategic PR campaigns and strengthen media relationships. You will craft compelling narratives, guide crisis communications, and collaborate with leadership to ensure consistent messaging across platforms.

The role requires 7+ years in PR or corporate communications, strong storytelling and leadership, and a track record of measurable media results within the media industry. Hybrid work setup in Durban is offered.