Communications Manager

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Description

Job Summary
Our client with a national footprint within the financial sector seeks the duties of a highly skilled Communications Manager.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Communication Planning

  • Develop and implement integrated communication strategies aligned with organisational goals.
  • Craft clear, compelling messaging for internal and external audiences.
  • Support executive leadership with communication planning, speechwriting, and strategic advice.
  • Ensure brand consistency across all communication touchpoints.
Internal Communications
  • Lead internal communication initiatives to strengthen culture, engagement, and alignment.
  • Manage communication around organisational updates, change-management initiatives, and leadership messages.
  • Develop content for newsletters, intranet platforms, employee campaigns, and internal events.
  • Partner with HR and leadership teams to support employee-experience initiatives.
External Communications & Public Relations
  • Manage media relations, including press releases, media statements, and journalist engagement.
  • Build and maintain relationships with key media outlets and industry stakeholders.
  • Support crisis communication planning and response.
  • Oversee corporate reputation management and brand positioning.
Content Creation & Digital Communication
  • Produce high-quality written content including articles, reports, speeches, scripts, and marketing collateral.
  • Oversee digital communication channels, including social media, website content, and email campaigns.
  • Ensure all content is accurate, engaging, and aligned with brand guidelines.
  • Monitor digital performance metrics and optimise communication strategies accordingly.
Stakeholder Engagement
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive messaging.
  • Support communication needs for projects, campaigns, and organisational initiatives.
  • Provide communication guidance to internal stakeholders and business units.
Project & Campaign Management
  • Plan and execute communication campaigns from concept to delivery.
  • Manage timelines, budgets, and external service providers (agencies, designers, writers).
  • Evaluate campaign effectiveness and implement improvements.
Qualifications & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or related field.
  • 10 years' experience in corporate communications, PR, or brand management.
  • Experience in financial services or a regulated industry is advantageous.
  • Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
  • Proven experience managing media relations and digital communication channels.
  • Proficiency in communication tools, CMS platforms, and social media management.
Key Competencies
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strategic thinker with strong planning and organisational abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
  • Strong stakeholder-management and relationship-building skills.
  • Creative mindset with attention to detail.
  • High level of professionalism, discretion, and sound judgement.
  • Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment.
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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1652551
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    R100,000-150,000 per year
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned