PR Coordinator (Contract)

Budget: R15 000 - R19 000 per month

Contract Duration: 3-months (ASAP - 28 February 2025)‍

Working Type: Hybrid (2 - 3 days in office)

Location: Stellenbosch, Cape Town

‍Responsibilities:

Logistics and event coordination: 

• Assist with the planning and coordination of PR events, press conferences, media interviews, and brand activations. 
• Handle logistics such as venue bookings, coordinating with vendors,  arranging travel for speakers and media representatives, and managing  guest lists.
• Ensure all necessary materials are prepared and available for events,  including press kits, brand collateral, and multimedia elements. 

Administrative support: 

• Maintain and update media lists, press databases, and contact  directories. 
• Schedule meetings, calls, and follow-ups with internal and external  stakeholders. 
• Track and manage PR budgets, expenses, and invoices, ensuring all PR  activities stay within budget. 

Media relations and follow-ups: 

• Assist in managing relationships with media contacts, influencers, and  PR agencies. 
• Conduct follow-ups with journalists, editors, and media outlets to secure  and confirm coverage.
• Monitor media coverage and compile press clippings, reports, and  summaries. 

Content development: 

• Write, edit, and proofread press releases, media advisories, and other  public-facing documents in alignment with the brand’s voice and PR  strategy. 
• Collaborate with the communications team to develop content for  newsletters, website updates, and social media posts as needed. 
• Assist with research to support the development of key messages, media  pitches, and story angles. 

Reporting and analysis: 

• Track, measure, and report on the success of PR initiatives, providing  insights and recommendations for future improvements. 
• Compile and organize data on media outreach, coverage, and  
• engagement.

Requirements:

•  Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Journalism,  or a related field. 
• 1-2 years of experience in PR, communications, or a similar role (internship  experience included). 
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills. 
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities with keen attention to detail. 
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects  simultaneously. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• A proactive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, and a willingness to learn.

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