Strategic Media Relations Lead — Hybrid

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Hybrid work model

Career growth opportunities

Generous vacation and holidays

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging seeks an experienced Media Relations Manager to lead media outreach, shape the public narrative, and safeguard the organization’s reputation. You will develop media strategies, pitch stories, and coordinate responses with senior management.

This hybrid role blends in-office collaboration with remote work, offering opportunities to build a national media network and guide crisis communications, with a focus on strategic storytelling and measurable impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or related field.
• Significant experience in media relations in corporate or agency settings.
• Proven track record of securing positive media coverage and managing media crises.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong presentation abilities.
• Extensive network of media contacts.
• Proficiency in media monitoring and analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective media relations strategies to enhance brand visibility and reputation.
• Cultivate and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with journalists, editors, and producers.
• Proactively pitch compelling stories and thought leadership opportunities to relevant media outlets.
• Respond promptly and professionally to media inquiries, acting as a key spokesperson when required.
• Prepare press kits, media advisories, and other communication materials.
• Monitor media coverage, analyze trends, and provide regular reports to senior management.
• Manage crisis communication situations and develop appropriate response strategies.

Skills

Media relations

Crisis communications

Stakeholder engagement

Story pitching

Public speaking

Education

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

Tools

Media monitoring tools

PR analytics tools

Job description

Placements24 in Vereeniging seeks an experienced Media Relations Manager to lead media outreach, shape the public narrative, and safeguard the organization’s reputation. You will develop media strategies, pitch stories, and coordinate responses with senior management.

This hybrid role blends in-office collaboration with remote work, offering opportunities to build a national media network and guide crisis communications, with a focus on strategic storytelling and measurable impact.