Social Media & PR Coordinator

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical & dental benefits

Training & career development

Vibrant, collaborative office culture

Paarl location

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking a vibrant Social Media & PR Coordinator to join our dynamic team. You will craft engaging content, monitor online conversations, and support the PR team in media outreach, contributing to brand visibility in a lively office setting.

You will manage platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn, respond to audiences, produce press materials, and help track campaign performance to drive community engagement and awareness across our client portfolio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in social media management and/or public relations.
• Proficiency with major social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong copywriting abilities.
• Basic understanding of PR principles and media outreach.
• A creative mindset with the ability to generate engaging content ideas.

Responsibilities

• Develop, schedule, and publish engaging content across various social media platforms.
• Monitor social media channels for mentions, comments, and industry trends.
• Respond to comments and direct messages in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist in the creation and distribution of press releases and media materials.
• Support the PR team in organizing media events and managing media inquiries.
• Track and report on social media engagement and PR campaign metrics.

Skills

Content creation

Social media management

Copywriting

Communication

Media outreach

Education

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

Tools

Facebook

Instagram

Twitter

LinkedIn

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a vibrant and organized Social Media & PR Coordinator to join their dynamic team in Paarl . This role is central to managing the company's online presence and executing effective public relations activities. You will be responsible for creating engaging social media content, monitoring online conversations, and supporting the PR team in media outreach efforts. The ideal candidate is passionate about social media trends, possesses excellent communication skills, and has a keen eye for detail. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to grow within the communications field, contributing directly to brand awareness and community engagement in a lively, collaborative office environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, schedule, and publish engaging content across various social media platforms.
• Monitor social media channels for mentions, comments, and industry trends.
• Respond to comments and direct messages in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist in the creation and distribution of press releases and media materials.
• Support the PR team in organizing media events and managing media inquiries.
• Track and report on social media engagement and PR campaign metrics.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in social media management and/or public relations.
• Proficiency with major social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong copywriting abilities.
• Basic understanding of PR principles and media outreach.
• A creative mindset with the ability to generate engaging content ideas.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with regular reviews.
• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits.
• Opportunities for training and career development in PR and social media.
• A vibrant and collaborative office culture in the heart of Paarl .
• Exposure to diverse marketing and communication projects.