Senior Public Relations Specialist

Placements24; Vereeniging; Híbrido; ZAR 600 000 - 1 000 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Remote work

Performance bonuses

Professional development funding

Health insurance

Flexible working hours

Paid time off

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Public Relations Specialist to join a fully remote team. You will shape the public image, craft engaging content, and nurture relationships with media outlets from a home office.

A strategic mindset and a proven PR track record are essential for driving impactful communication. The role emphasizes crisis management, proactive storytelling, and collaboration with marketing and internal comms to ensure consistent messaging across channels.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Master's degree is a plus.
• 5–7 years of progressive PR experience with a strong campaign portfolio.
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic PR plans.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and attention to detail.
• Proven media relationships and crisis communication experience.
• Experience with PR software and media monitoring tools.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Strong understanding of current PR trends.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement comprehensive PR strategies to boost brand visibility and reputation.
• Craft press releases, advisories, and PR materials for multiple platforms.
• Build and maintain media relationships with journalists and influencers.
• Monitor media coverage and provide regular reports and insights to management.
• Lead crisis communication initiatives with proactive and reactive strategies.
• Collaborate with marketing and internal comms for consistent messaging.
• Organize and manage media events and press conferences (virtual or in-person).
• Advise senior management on PR matters and reputational risks.

Conhecimentos

Public relations

Media relations

Strategic planning

Content creation

Crisis communications

Remote collaboration

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field

Master's degree (advantage)

Ferramentas

PR software

Media monitoring tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and forward-thinking media organization, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Public Relations Specialist to join their fully remote team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to impactful communication strategies from the comfort of your home office. You will be instrumental in shaping and maintaining the public image of our client, developing engaging content, and fostering strong relationships with media outlets and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess a strategic mindset, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record in public relations, preferably within a remote-first environment. This role offers the flexibility to work from anywhere, fostering a healthy work-life balance while driving significant professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive public relations strategies to enhance brand visibility and reputation.
• Craft compelling press releases, media advisories, and other PR materials tailored for various platforms.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, bloggers, influencers, and other key media contacts.
• Monitor media coverage and public sentiment, providing regular reports and insights to the management team.
• Manage crisis communication initiatives, developing proactive and reactive strategies.
• Collaborate with marketing and internal communications teams to ensure consistent messaging across all channels.
• Organize and manage media events and press conferences (virtual or in-person as needed).
• Advise senior management on PR matters and potential reputational risks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• A Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in public relations, with a strong portfolio of successful campaigns.
• Demonstrable experience in developing and executing strategic PR plans.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Proven ability to build and nurture media relationships.
• Experience in crisis communication management.
• Proficiency in using PR software and media monitoring tools.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a remote setting.
• Strong understanding of the media landscape and current PR trends.

Benefits

Our client values its employees and offers a competitive compensation package along with a comprehensive benefits program designed to support your well-being and professional development. This includes a generous annual salary, opportunities for performance-based bonuses, and a supportive remote work environment. We provide professional development funding, access to online learning platforms, and encourage continuous skill enhancement. You'll also benefit from flexible working hours, ample paid time off, and health insurance coverage. Join a collaborative team that embraces innovation and values your contributions, all while enjoying the flexibility of working remotely from Paarl, Western Cape, ZA , or any other approved location.