29 Public Relations Director jobs in Gauteng

Job Summary

The Head: Media Relations and Issues Management is a senior leadership role, that reports into the Managing Executive Group Communications, and is responsible for setting, enabling and driving the organisation’s media engagement strategy and managing reputational risk through proactive and reactive communications. This role is pivotal in positioning the organisation positively in the public domain, building trusted media relationships, and leading strategic responses to complex issues and crises. The role drives functional strategy integration and sets standards for media relations.

Key Accountabilities:

• Develop and execute communications strategies that support the Absa Group strategy; the CEO Office; the AGL Exco and Board – this includes both tactical communications in line with business operations and reputation management issues, as well as proactive communications to effectively position these stakeholders in line with the corporate ambition and in partnership with Group Public Relations.
• Provide strategic, issue and crisis communication advice (reputation management) - including formal and informal scanning (communication, customer and environmental insights) and issues identification, monitoring, and redress.

• Working closely with Group Public Relations and Corporate Communications to develop communications initiatives that will effectively position Absa Group, the CEO and the Group leadership in the market, in line with the respective focus areas as outlined in the Group strategy.
• Represent the Group on relevant industry bodies, to influence and shape the landscape of communications practice on the African continent.

• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of competitor media relations/PR/thought leadership activity – to ensure Group Communications and Corporate Affairs leadership are kept abreast of market activity and opportunities to enhance the Group’s voice and distinctiveness in the market.
• Provide thought leadership to the Corporate Affairs teams, as well as communications practitioners across the Group – to ensure the community is equipped to effectively deliver world class communications activity (innovation, new methods, new channels etc.)

• Design and implementation of Absa’s media relations policy, standards, strategy, framework and governance oversight.
• Develop and embed a differentiated, robust and consistent group-wide media relations expertise that utilises best-in-class approaches and embeds Absa’s desired media relations framework and approach.
• Design and implement robust media data analysis and insights generation to facilitate data-driven proactive and reactive media responses using strategic intelligence
• Provide Media Relations subject matter expertise and advisory to business and key stakeholders in support of the Group Communications strategy

• Understand the control measures applicable to the role through reading the Code of Conduct and other training allocated. Where responsible for risks and controls ensure that these are appropriate and fit for purpose.
• All mandatory training completed to deadline and understood within given timescales.
• Where applicable, all key risks identified, tracked, logged and managed as per the Risk Framework procedures.
• Where applicable, all key controls to have identified owners, with audit trail of regular review and maintenance together with supporting records.
• Where applicable, all risk events (incidents) or control failures to be escalated, investigated, reported and fixed at root cause to prevent reoccurrence.

• Develop and sustain a high performing team in line with Absa’s desired culture, people management practices, standards and target colleague experience, including effective coaching, development, performance management and engagement.
• Establish and maintain a succession plan for key roles in your team in line with Absa’s talent management practices.

• Strategic agility and sound judgment under pressure.
• Business Acumen
• Customer focus
• Results orientation
• Problem solving and issues management
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills.
• High emotional intelligence and resilience.
• Ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments.
• Media-savvy with a proactive and solutions-oriented mindset.
• Commercial acumen
• Innovation
• Inspirational people leadership
• Collaboration and Influencing

• B Degree in related field NQF 8
• 10+ years of strong communications experience
• 8 years in a multinational corporate communications environment
• Solid existing journalist/media relations experience and relationships
• 5years leading and managing diverse and remote teams
• Strong crisis/issues management experience
• Working in complex matrix environments
• Pan African experience
• Flexibility in working after hours and/or over weekends

Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas: Communication Studies and Language (Required)

Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.

Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised

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We are seeking an Account Director to work on a portfolio of leading consumer brand clients. The successful candidate must have extensive experience working on Brand Earned Media clients and campaigns, with specific experience in consumer goods, lifestyle, and entertainment. Candidate should have Influencer Management experience and understand the insights and trends around this essential PR tool. It is imperative that the successful candidate keeps abreast of all Earned Media, PR and Influencer trends, within industry best practices.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Senior client lead and team lead, interprets, develops, and manages strategy for clients and ensures that all plans are delivered and are in line with scope of work.
• Manage client expectations and service delivery by being a focal point for day-to-day interaction and take responsibility for the delivery of exceptional work.
• Build and manage client business and relationships, taking ultimate responsibility for client relationships with senior client contacts as well as senior business contacts and be a strategic business partner.
• Develops the PR strategy aligned with client’s business imperatives and ensures efficient execution to deliver to the highest quality.
• Ensures all work produced by team is of the highest standard and demonstrates creativity, attention-to-detail, contemporary thinking, use of new approaches and links to overall strategy and supports clients' business objectives.
• Actively ensures that team members grow and develop into strong Earned Media professionals, through growth opportunities, upskilling, delegation, accountability, and mentoring.
• Responsible for overall ‘health’ and happiness of client team.
• Expert at delivering content and solutions that speak to full PESO model (Paid, Earned, Shared, Owned).
• Expert in at least one communication area (e.g. media relations, influencer relations, content).
• Handles all contractual and financial aspects of client relationship including scope of work, client KPIs, team resourcing and hour allocation, budget tracking and management, including renegotiating annual retainer increase.
• Manages profitability of team, over- and under-servicing trends in team and proactively manages to correct.
• Ensures financial admin (Workbook) is running smoothly and accurately.
• Actively looks for opportunities to sell-in new projects, services or organically grow clients in other ways.
• Leads and participates in new business pitches.
• Supports Practice Lead in driving and growing Earned Media through new business, new products and new thinking.
• Ability to manage different personalities and always strive to get the best out of everyone.
• Keep abreast of industry (Earned Media) trends to add additional value to your client’s business.
• Should understand the evolving nuances of the consumer PR landscape and be able to strategically advise clients on tools, tactics and platforms best suited to brand and brief.
• Should have Influencer Management experience in all aspects of the process from sourcing to reporting including knowledge of key social media platforms influencers frequent and how to tactically use the platforms.
• Candidate will be expected to show proactivity and fresh thinking when it comes to planning and reverts.

• Relevant tertiary qualification in PR and/or Communications.
• Minimum 8 years working experience in PR Agency (or in a similar environment).
• Proficient in MS Office (i.e. Word / Excel / PowerPoint etc).
• Traditional and Digital Earned Media experience is essential (well versed in Digital).
• Strong command of the English language (both verbal and written).
• Strong presentation skills.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Strong numerical skills (financial & budget management experience).
• Strong multitasking skills (ability to work on more than one client at any given time).

• Team player with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to remain calm in a fast paced environment.
• Creative out of the box thinker.
• People focused including being approachable, emotionally intelligent, empathetic and compassionate.
• Proactive.
• Resilient.
• Curious and analytical.
• Deadline driven.
• Solution driven.
• Meticulous with attention to detail.
• Able to work on site in office and visit clients.

This is an opportunity to join a dynamic, full-service agency, driven by a team of go-getters, who are passionate about providing their clients with nothing but the very best levels of service excellence.

They need to bolster their public relations client service team with a senior PR consultant at the account director level, who has the ability to take responsibility for a team to work on a diverse client portfolio. Ideally, you will have at least eight years' experience in an accredited PR agency in servicing a mixed industry sector client base.

The person:

• To be considered for this role, you need to have held a senior position role in an accredited PR agency for eight + years. 
• It goes without saying then, that you will need to be a cut above the rest - with the drive, ability and experience to make a difference.
• If you have not heard from us within one week of sending your CV, please accept your application as unsuccessful.

Requirements:

• A tertiary degree or diploma in communications or public relations
• It is essential that you have a minimum of 8-10 years' experience within PR consultancies, of which 5 years plus would have been at the management level
• Experience working on a mixed (hybrid) portfolio is essential.
• Superb people skills and extensive media contacts
• An outstanding ability to conceptualise and implement communication strategies and campaigns
• Excellent communication and presentation skills are required, as are writing skills and a high command of the English language.

To apply:  

If you have an impeccable track record of service within an accredited PR Agency - Please send your CV ASAP.

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Note:  Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged candidates

POSITION PURPOSE

The Public Relations Manager provides the Regional Marketing Manager with any support required in terms of communication with suppliers, tenants, clients and public.

1. Assumes responsibility for the following tasks regarding marketing
2. Develop and execute innovative PR strategies aligned with shopping Centre’s objectives
3. Assist with Tenant Liaison, customer Liaison and Public Relations.
4. Write and distribute high-impact press releases, speeches, articles, and executive communications.
5. Monitoring local publications, social media, Tenant advertising and community opportunities
6. Drafting the monthly and ad hoc marketing reports and tenant communications.
7. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key media outlets, journalists, and influencers.
8. Schedule and organise tenant meetings and marketing meetings.
9. General support to the Regional Marketing Manager
10. General support to Centre Management as required (adhoc reception duties when short staffed)
11. Proactively identify opportunities for positive media exposure and thought leadership.
12. Manage all media inquiries, interviews, press conferences, and public appearances.
13. Lead crisis communication strategies and protect the brand's reputation during critical moments.
14. Collaborate closely with marketing, digital, and leadership teams to ensure brand consistency across all communication channels.
15. Produce engaging content for newsletters, blogs, social media, and internal communications.
16. Monitor and analyze media coverage, providing actionable insights and regular performance reports.
17. Organize and support high-profile events, promotional initiatives, and industry functions.
18. Oversee and update website content; ensure SEO and branding consistency
19. Manage and grow social media accounts aligned with business goals
20. Monitor online reputation and ensure accurate listings across platforms
21. Ensure brand consistency across all group companies and communications
22. Support brand guideline updates and cross-brand alignment
23. Tenant Communication
24. Turnover collection
25. Site inspection
26. Social media content
27. Create marketing and social media campaigns and strategies, including budget planning, content ideation and implementation schedules.
28. Create integrated and cost-effective social media strategies.

1. Typing is accurate, neat, and promptly completed.
2. Telephone calls and visitors are courteously received. Client and management inquiries are attended. Good Business relations exist with Clients. A professional image is projected and maintained.
3. Documents and reports are accurately produced and up-to-date. Files are well-maintained.
4. Good communication and coordination exist with area personnel and with management. Assistance is provided as needed. Management is appropriately informed.
5. Assistance to all Marketing requirements for the Shopping Centre’s and the Regional Marketing Manager.

Matric.
A marketing or PR diploma or certificate preferred.
Secretarial certificate

Understanding of marketing, advertising, public relations, media.
Understanding of sales and promotion techniques .
Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.

Minimum two years experience in a marketing environment,

Proficient communication and typing skills.
Able to perform dictation and transcription tasks.
Good interpersonal and public relations skills.
Analytical, creative, and problem-solving abilities.
Able to use graphic art tools and supplies.

Overview

Company Description: Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

Grow and contribute to SBSA/BUs reputation, brand and image, through Public Relations strategies and plans by building media/PR relationships and leveraging PR/media knowledge and experience. To drive positive and proactive media/ brand and reputation outcomes for the bank / BU, through strategic relationship management, campaign planning and implementation, external communication plans, content development, in order to enhance the reputation of the bank and realise commercial benefits.

Type of Qualification: First Degree

Field of Study: Communication, Public Relations

PR & External Communications

• 7-10 years' experience and exposure in the financial services industry.
• Experience in dealing with diverse media outlets and demonstrate experience in interacting with media.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in using PR and media monitoring tools.
• An established network of media contacts is an advantage.
• Good team player and collaborator.
• Demonstrable problem-solving skills.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Checking Things
• Embracing Change
• Examining Information
• Interpreting Data
• Meeting Timescales
• Producing Output
• Providing Insights
• Pursuing Goals
• Showing Composure
• Taking Action
• Team Working
• Upholding Standards

• Technical Competencies:
• Brand Reputation Management
• Crisis Communication
• Environmental Scanning
• Financial Acumen
• Leadership to Stakeholder Engagement
• Managing Corporate Identity
• Media and Public Relations
• Target Audience Engagement
• Writing and Editing

Business Segment: Insurance & Asset Management

Location: ZA, GP, Johannesburg, 30 Baker Street

Grow and contribute to SBSA/BUs reputation, brand and image, through Public Relations strategies and plans by building media/PR relationships and leveraging PR/media knowledge and experience. To drive positive and proactive media/ brand and reputation outcomes for the bank / BU, through strategic relationship management, campaign planning and implementation, external communication plans, content development, in order to enhance the reputation of the bank and realise commercial benefits.

Qualifications

Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Communication, Public Relations

Experience Required
PR & External Communications

• 7-10 years' experienceand exposure inthe financial services industry.
• Experience in dealing with diverse media outlets and demonstrate experience in interacting with media.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in using PR and media monitoring tools.
• An established network of media contacts is an advantage.

• Tertiary qualification in Public Relations, Communications Management, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in PR.
• Strong media relations skills and an existing network within sports.
• Strong understanding of traditional and digital media landscapes.
• Excellent project management abilities with meticulous attention to detail.
• Proven experience in an agency setting preferred.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Experience working on sports brands is advantageous.

• Leverage strong relationships with traditional and digital media.
• Pitch stories to secure high-impact media coverage.
• Develop and maintain a strong network of media and influencer contacts.
• Monitor media and industry trends, identifying opportunities and managing potential crises.
• Oversee and contribute to the development of content. including press releases, media pitches, speeches, articles, internal communications, and collateral materials.
• Manage media relations, influencer partnerships, and PR-driven events or activations.
• Track coverage and compile insightful campaign performance reports.
• Manage campaign budgets, timelines, and deliverables with meticulous attention to detail.

• Strategic and creative thinker.
• Passionate about sports, with a finger on the pulse of cultural trends.
• Passionate about storytelling, media, and brand building.
• Proactive, solutions-oriented, and confident under pressure.
• Emotionally intelligent and able to lead with empathy
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• A trend-savvy professional who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic detail-orientated Public Relations & Marketing Officer to support execution of marketing strategies, coordinate with media partners, engage with media and ensure consistent brand presence across digital and traditional platforms.   This role requires strong communication, organisation and content development skills with excellent writing ability to build on existing relationships that amplify our brands and events.

Key Responsibilities:

- Marketing coordination

- Media liaison

- Event support

REQUIREMENTS

Requirements:

2 - 5 years of relevant experience in marketing and media coordination (possibly in events or B2B)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organisational management
Good understanding of digital media platforms, i.e. social media
Ability to multitask in a pressurised environment 
Creative mindset with a strong attention to detail 
Experience working with media houses and or PR Agencies
Familiarity with Google Analytics or media monitoring tools