Strategic PR Leader — Upington (Executive Benefits)

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington seeks a seasoned Public Relations Manager to lead our communications strategy and protect the brand in the Northern Cape region. This senior, office-based role requires strategic thinking, media savvy, and a visible presence in the Upington community.

You will oversee press materials, media relations, crisis planning, and measurement of PR campaigns, collaborating with senior leadership to shape a compelling public narrative and sustain stakeholder trust.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in PR, Communications, Journalism or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in PR or corporate communications.
• Proven success in managing PR campaigns and enhancing brand reputation.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Experience in media relations, content creation, and crisis management.
• Ability to lead a team in an office setting in Upington.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive PR strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Oversee media relations, pitch stories, respond to inquiries, and manage spokespersons.
• Create high-quality press releases, speeches, and other materials.
• Manage crisis communications planning and execution.
• Build and maintain relationships with media contacts, influencers and stakeholders.
• Monitor media coverage, analyze PR campaign effectiveness, and report results.

Skills

Leadership

Media relations

Crisis management

Content creation

Negotiation

Team management

Education

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

Job description

Placements24 in Upington seeks a seasoned Public Relations Manager to lead our communications strategy and protect the brand in the Northern Cape region. This senior, office-based role requires strategic thinking, media savvy, and a visible presence in the Upington community.

You will oversee press materials, media relations, crisis planning, and measurement of PR campaigns, collaborating with senior leadership to shape a compelling public narrative and sustain stakeholder trust.