488 Communication Specialists jobs in South Africa

IGCS/08/25 Icebolethu is calling for suitable candidates to apply for the position of Communication Specialist for internal and external communication within the business. The Communication Specialist is responsible for developing and executing communication strategies that support the marketing objectives of the Icebolethu Group. The role includes content development, copywriting, stakeholder engagement, managing communication platforms, supporting HR functions, and acting as the Risk Champion for the marketing department.

• Minimum Qualifications: A 3-year qualification in Marketing, Communication, or related field
• Experience and Knowledge required: At least 8+ years of work experience, including 5+ years in leadership roles; proven experience in marketing, communications, and project oversight
• Skills and Competencies required: Computer literacy in MS Office, strong communication, negotiation, interpersonal skills, high-performance orientation, digital marketing understanding, brand management, attention to detail, project management, creative thinking, interpersonal skills, adaptability, and a valid South African driver’s license

• Marketing and Communication Support: Develop and implement marketing strategies, coordinate campaigns, conduct market research, and monitor campaign metrics
• Operational Administration (HR) Support: Manage HR administrative tasks, maintain employee records, support HR inquiries, and implement policies
• Risk Champion: Oversee and update the Risk register, report to the Risk team, and handle risk-related queries
• Team Oversight: Supervise the marketing team, foster collaboration, conduct meetings, and support professional development
• Internal Communications and Copywriting: Write and edit internal content, collaborate across departments, proofread social media and marketing materials, produce newsletters and coordinate internal webinars, develop stakeholder relationships, and implement content plans
• External Communications: Draft press releases, build external newsletter content, ensure plain language use, translate content as needed, and maintain stakeholder relationships

Please note that this is an active job posting and is open to all staff and external candidates. If you are interested and meet the requirements, apply accordingly.

Responsible for Internal Communications

draft and distribute internal announcements and leadership updates

Collaborate with various stakeholders and leaders regarding change management initiatives

Responsible for Media and External communications

Responsible for fraud and risk communications

Draft awareness campaigns around fraud prevention and compliance

Diploma or Degree in Communications, PR or related fields

Minimum 2 Years in a similar role gained within a corporate environment

Excellent writing skills

Experience executing internal communication campaigns and media relations

Valid driver's license and own transport, with potential travelling locally

Between 3 - 5 Years

Overall Purpose of the Role

Seeking a dynamic Communications Specialist to coordinate internal communications, manage B2B corporate communications and external messaging, and support proactive communication on fraud and risk issues. The ideal candidate will be a strong writer, strategic thinker, and detail-oriented communicator with experience across multiple communication disciplines. They should have strong research and analytical skills as well as a keen interest in trends, current affairs and social media.

Experience and Skills Required

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Media Studies, Marketing or related field.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a communications or PR role.
• Proven corporate storytelling skills.
• Experience executing internal communication campaigns and media relations.
• Experience working closely with compliance/legal teams is a strong advantage.
• Driver's license and own car preferable.
• Willingness to travel periodically.

Responsibilities

Internal Communications

• Collaborate with the Head of Corporate Communications to execute internal communication strategies that align with company goals and culture.
• Draft and distribute internal announcements and leadership updates.
• Collaborate with HR and leadership to support employee engagement and change management initiatives.
• Ensure consistency of internal messaging and tone across all channels.
• Support the Brand team with internal brand trust campaigns.

B2B Media and External Communication

• Craft compelling content for external B2B audiences, including media releases, thought leadership articles, case studies, and white papers.
• Manage relationships with business and trade media, identifying opportunities for coverage.
• Collaborate with B2B Marketing to align messaging across campaigns and platforms.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor communications to inform strategy.

Fraud and Risk Communication

• Collaborate with the Head of Corporate Communication to execute communication strategies related to fraud prevention, risk mitigation, and customer safety.
• Partner with Fraud and Risk teams to craft messaging that is both compliant and accessible.
• Support the preparation of customer- and stakeholder-facing responses in crisis or risk events.
• Draft awareness campaigns (internal and external) around fraud prevention and compliance.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to R45 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person

Job Title: Communication Specialist
Location:
Gauteng, Tshwane Metro, Centurion

Job Type:
8 Month Contract, expected to work Full-Time hours

Job Duties:

• Assist ERP Change Management lead to develop a comprehensive communication strategy and framework to ensure effective communication throughout the Programme.
• Assist ERP Programme with communication content development according to the communication strategy.
• Develop engaging, innovative communication formats
• Keep employees informed of programme development at the right time and at the right level to create acceptance.
• Ensure that the Programme stakeholders are engaged and involved in the Programme.
• Understand the change impacts of the transformation process to support the development of the communications and support plans.
• Support the Programme in the development of a change management phase schedule aligned to the roll-out of the transformation milestones.
• Design creative campaigns that drive awareness, excitement, and adoption of ERP changes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across Business Units

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Arts (BA) Communication Science (Essential/Minimum) ; and Certification in Change Management or Project Communication (Desirable)

Experience:
Minimum If 5 Years Experience As a Communication Specialist
Knowledge and Skills:

• Deep understanding of communication principles and practices
• Proficiency in digital communication tools and platforms
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organisational and project management abilities

Our client in the Agriculture Industry requires the services of a Communication Officer to play a crucial role in their ethical and sustainability programme.

Key performance areas:

• Implementing and executing the Communication Plan and Digital Recordkeeping.
• Compiling, editing, translating, and distributing newsletters via MailChimp and other communications.
• Ensuring all outgoing communication meets high-quality standards and is proofread.
• Compiling annual reports and marketing materials.
• Keeping website content current and relevant.
• Assisting with website updates and streamlining.
• Assisting with administration and oversight of Capacity Building/training programs.
• Editing and reviewing articles, contracts, and reports.
• Compiling and maintaining databases for communication purposes.
• Ensuring regular and up-to-date social media communications.
• Coordinating and scheduling of training events and program logistics.
• Managing registrations, attendance, and administration for training events.
• Understanding the fundamentals and principles to answer stakeholder questions through the review of SAQs.
• Assisting with day-to-day administrative and operational functions.
• Supporting office events and activities.
• Tracking data on social media platforms and compiling regular statistics and reports.
• Maintaining a professional company profile in external communications and engagements.
• Coordinating and strategising articles and communications for external publications.
• Coordinating and strategising event attendance.

The successful candidate must have:

• Matric with a qualification in Communications.
• A tertiary qualification in language.
• Knowledge of database management and recordkeeping practices.
• Knowledge of software applications.
• Website and graphic design skills supported with knowledge of Canva and WordPress.
• Knowledge of and experience working with MailChimp.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Attention to detail and the ability to provide support to the company, including general operational duties.
• Proven skills to work on technical (IT) platforms.
• Excellent written, editing, and oral communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work under pressure and handle multiple projects at a time.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

If you do send an email to the recruiter directly, please state the position you are applying for.

To be discussed during the interview stage.

Job category: Advertising and Communication

Location: Cape Town

Contract: Permanent

EE position: No

Clicks Group

To lead the planning, development and execution of the group’s internal communications strategy ensuring alignment with the Group’s brand, EVP, ESG and transformation objectives by creating and delivering impactful communication aligned with the organisation’s EVP and strategic business priorities.

Job Objectives:

• Develop and implement a corporate and employer brand communication strategy, aligned to the EVP, corporate brand, transformation, and strategic direction of the organisation.
• Generate, edit, and proofread high-quality communication materials for diverse platforms including staff, executive messaging, clients, media, website, LinkedIn, and publications.
• Collaborate with internal departments to identify, package, and promote newsworthy content across traditional and digital media channels.
• Coordinate the production of key publications, including the internal newsletter, annual/integrated reports, talent, transformation, CSI, and EVP related reports.
• Support strategic initiatives and campaigns, such as gender equity, ESG, and employee engagement, through tailored communication plans.
• Monitor and report on communication performance, brand sentiment, and EVP resonance using available tools and stakeholder feedback to measure impact and drive improvement.
• Ensure tone, language, and imagery are aligned with brand guidelines and inclusion principles.
• Coordinate internal events and communication campaigns, including leadership townhalls, wellness weeks, and recognition events.

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Media Studies, Journalism, Marketing, or related field (Essential)
• Postgraduate qualification in Corporate Communications, Reputation Management, Digital Marketing, or Strategic Leadership (Desirable)

• 5 years' experience in corporate communications, internal communication, reputation management, or PR (Essential)
• Proven experience managing corporate communication for large or listed organisations (Essential)
• Experience in embedding ESG, DEI, and transformation narratives in communication strategies (Desirable)
• Exposure to retail, healthcare, or FMCG industries (Desirable)

• South African and global media landscape and key regulatory frameworks (e.g., POPIA, Companies Act, JSE listing requirements).
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• ESG, DEI, and transformation frameworks and their impact on corporate positioning.
• Copywriting, editing, and content production across media types.
• Deep understanding of employer branding, EVP communication, and internal communication strategy.
• Digital marketing/communications (social media, web, LinkedIn, analytics).
• Advanced understanding of corporate reporting (integrated reports, abridged annual reports).
• Strategic marketing
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influence at all levels.
• Event coordination and communication campaign management.

• Exceptional written, verbal, and visual communication skills.
• Strong digital content creation and social media management.
• Strategic planning, with ability to align communications to business objectives.
• Analytical and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Media relations, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Project management and resource allocation.
• Ability to lead and mentor teams as well as manage agency partnerships.

• Deciding and Initiating Action
• Working with People
• Writing and Reporting
• Planning and Organising
• Creating and Innovation
• Delivering Results & Meeting Customer Expectations
• Adapting and Responding to Change

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Role Description

This is a remote internship role for a Communication Intern. The Communication Intern will be responsible supporting internal and external communications and assisting with any projects as administratively required.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and intrapersonal skills.
• Eloquent and effective communication capacities.
• Proficiency in English.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• A degree in Communications, Entrepreneurship, Business, or a related field.

What's in it for you?

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Job Overview

Business Segment: Personal & Private Banking

Location: ZA, GP, Johannesburg, 5 Simmonds Street

Job Type: Full-time

Job Ref ID: A-0001

Date Posted: 10/15/2025

Job Description

To drive positive employee engagement through the delivery of relevant and impactful internal marketing and communication, enabling the execution of effective business strategies and results by partnering with assigned business units to plan, scope and deliver impactful internal marketing and communication solutions. The role requires strategic thinking, creativity and strong stakeholder management to ensure consistent, engaging and aligned messaging across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement internal communication strategies and campaigns that enhance employee engagement and support business objectives.

Partner with business units and senior leaders to deliver clear, consistent and aligned messaging across all internal channels.

Manage and optimise digital and traditional communication platforms, ensuring timely, relevant and brand-aligned content delivery.

Measure the effectiveness of communication initiatives and provide insights to drive continuous improvement and innovation.

Qualifications

Degree in Communication or Marketing (required).

Postgraduate Degree in Communication or Marketing (preferred).

Experience Required:

5–7 years' experience in Communication, Marketing, Public Relations or Journalism, with a proven track record of delivering impactful internal communication initiatives.

Demonstrated ability to plan, develop and manage strategic communication projects from concept to execution, ensuring quality and timeliness.

Strong experience in stakeholder management, content development, digital communication platforms and employee engagement strategies.

Proven ability to interpret business strategy and translate it into engaging internal narratives that inform, inspire and connect employees across all levels.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

Articulating Information, Convincing People

Developing Strategies, Generating Ideas

Embracing Change, Thinking Positively

Establishing Rapport, Team Working

Making Decisions, Providing Insights

Checking Things, Producing Output

Technical Competencies:

Building the Brand, Developing Marketing Insights

Conducting Research, Target Audience Engagement

Crisis Communication, Employee Marketing and Communication

Platform Management, Write Effective Communications

Please note: All our recruitment processes comply with the applicable local laws and regulations. We will never ask for money or any from of payment as part of our recruitment process. If you experience this, please contact our Fraud line on or

Nal'ibali's mission is to spark a love of stories, build language and literacy skills, and promote a lifelong reading culture in homes, schools and communities across South Africa. Our work transforms communities into learning spaces whether in the homes, centres, schools and community spaces children get adequate opportunities to read and engage with enticing content, stories.

The Communication, Events & Media Officer will support Nal'ibali's partnership and advocacy objectives by implementing strategic communications, coordinating organisational events and supporting media initiatives. The role is responsible for producing timely, audience-appropriate content, assisting with event logistics and media engagement, and ensuring consistent, high-quality communications across channels to diverse stakeholders including Board members, staff, funders, government, community partners, media and the public.

Role and responsibilities:

Media and Public Relations Support

• Draft and edit press releases, media advisories, statements and Q&As for campaigns, events and partnership announcements.
• Maintain and expand a media contact list; build relationships with local, regional and national reporters and outlets.
• Support proactive media outreach and rapid response for media enquiries.
• Monitor and analyze media coverage; prepare regular media reports and briefings for the Partnerships & Advocacy Manager and leadership.
• Coordinate media attendance, interviews and spokesperson briefings at events and campaigns.

Content Creation Support, social media and Digital Engagement

• Create, implement and manage comprehensive Nal'ibali's social media strategies
• Produce written, visual and multimedia content for social media, newsletters, website and partner communications.
• Work with programme teams to capture and edit photos, short videos and case studies that showcase impact and support advocacy and donor reporting.
• Create strategic plans to achieve engagement and conversations across social media platforms
• Manage social media content calendar; schedule, publish and monitor posts across platforms; engage with audiences and respond to queries where appropriate.
• Use analytics tools to track engagement, reach and conversion; present insights and recommendations to improve campaign performance.
• Collaborate on the design of campaign assets (Canva/Adobe) and support paid social media activity when required.

Event and Campaign Support

• Plan, coordinate and deliver advocacy events, stakeholder workshops, launches and community activities (logistics, invitations, vendor coordination, on-site support).
• Support the production of event materials: agendas, signage, printed collateral, digital invites and post-event summary materials.
• Liaise with suppliers, venues and partners to ensure events run efficiently and within budget.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Maintaining and updating the existing stakeholder database
• Respond to general communications enquiries and route specialized enquiries to the relevant team members.
• Maintain positive working relationships with partners, funders and community stakeholders; support coordination of stakeholder communications.

Administrative Support

• Maintain an organized repository of communications materials, media coverage, approval drafts and campaign records.
• Assist with meeting coordination, minutes, briefings and the preparation of communications budgets and procurement paperwork.

Requirements (Qualifications):

• Bachelor's degree in communications, Media, Journalism, Marketing or related field
• Honours Degree in Communications, Media, Journalism, Marketing or related field (Advantageous)
• At least 5 years' experience in a Communications and/or Media Specialist /Strategist role
• Excellent communication skills in English; additional South African language/s an advantage
• Proficiency in MS Office (including Word, PowerPoint and Excel)
• Proficiency in social media management and basic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Facebook and Google ads)

Competencies:

• Proven success in designing and executing PR, media and communications strategies
• Production of print and digital materials.
• Social media management and content creation.
• Media procurement and engagement.
• Coordinating and organizing successful events with diverse stakeholder groups.
• Masterful written and oral communication skills
• Must be passionate about literacy, making a difference and social justice.
• Proven working in the publishing sector, in the literacy field and/or multilingual publishing an advantage
• Understanding literacy and/or multilingual publishing on South Africa an advantage
• Ability to write clear, contextually relevant, and appealing copy that resonates with Nal'ibali's different target audiences and captures their attention.
• Ability to write copy for multiple platforms including but not limited to web, print, and social media
• Photography and basic videography skills (advantageous).

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Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 2025/10/24