Senior Tech PR & Communications Lead

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a Senior PR & Communications Specialist to elevate its media presence and public profile. This on-site role in Polokwane, Limpopo, will shape the company narrative, build relationships with tech media, and lead communications initiatives.

The candidate should have 5+ years in PR/communications, exceptional writing, and the ability to collaborate with marketing and product teams to ensure consistent messaging and crisis readiness.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in PR and communications, with a focus on the technology sector.
• Proven success in media relations and securing positive press coverage.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong understanding of the South African media landscape, particularly tech.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic PR and communications plans to support company objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with tech journalists, industry analysts, and influencers.
• Craft press releases, media pitches, blog posts, and other communication materials.
• Identify media opportunities and secure positive coverage across publications and platforms.
• Manage media inquiries, interviews, and press briefings.
• Monitor media coverage and provide sentiment/impact analysis.
• Support crisis communication planning and execution.
• Collaborate with marketing and product teams for consistent messaging.
• Support development of internal communications as needed.
• Stay informed about industry trends and competitor activity.

Skills

Media relations

Press writing

Content creation

Verbal communication

Education

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

Job description

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a Senior PR & Communications Specialist to elevate its media presence and public profile. This on-site role in Polokwane, Limpopo, will shape the company narrative, build relationships with tech media, and lead communications initiatives.

The candidate should have 5+ years in PR/communications, exceptional writing, and the ability to collaborate with marketing and product teams to ensure consistent messaging and crisis readiness.