Strategic Communications Leader (Hybrid)

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.800.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid work model

Private medical aid

Pension fund

Performance bonuses

Professional development

Relocation assistance

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Communications Manager in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will shape the company narrative, oversee internal and external communications, and manage media relations to protect and enhance the corporate image.

The role requires leadership of a small team, strategic oversight, and cross-functional collaboration across the business. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in a related field with 8+ years in corporate communications or public relations,

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in corporate communications, public relations, or a related field.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful communication strategies.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Strong media relations experience with established contacts in KwaZulu-Natal.
• Experience in crisis communication management.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities.
• Proficiency in using communication and social media management tools.
• Strategic thinker with analytic and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement integrated communication strategies for internal and external audiences.
• Manage corporate public relations, media relations, and crisis communications.
• Oversee content creation for website, social media, press releases, and internal newsletters.
• Maintain relationships with media contacts and industry stakeholders in KwaZulu-Natal.
• Ensure brand messaging consistency across all materials.
• Lead and mentor a team of communication specialists.
• Manage the communications budget and resources.
• Analyze campaign effectiveness and report on key metrics.
• Advise senior leadership on communication strategies and issues.
• Organize and manage corporate events and stakeholder engagements.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Media relations

Crisis communication

Strategic thinking

Written and verbal communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Public Relations/Journalism/Marketing

Master's degree (preferred)

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Communications Manager in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will shape the company narrative, oversee internal and external communications, and manage media relations to protect and enhance the corporate image.

The role requires leadership of a small team, strategic oversight, and cross-functional collaboration across the business. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in a related field with 8+ years in corporate communications or public relations,