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Communications Specialist Jobs in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com

Recruiter:

Global Recruitment

Job Ref:

1645202138

Date posted:

Friday, April 10, 2026

Location:

Durban, South Africa

SUMMARY:

POSITION INFO:

Communications Specialist – Student Engagement | Durban (Renewable Contract)

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We are seeking a creative and dynamic Communications Specialist to join a vibrant student-focused environment. This role is ideal for someone passionate about storytelling, digital engagement, and enhancing the student experience through impactful communication.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute engaging communication strategies for student programmes and events
  • Create compelling content across social media, newsletters, websites, and digital platforms
  • Collaborate with student bodies and internal departments to drive engagement
  • Maintain and update communication platforms, including websites and calendars
  • Track performance metrics and optimise communication strategies using data insights
  • Ensure all messaging aligns with brand guidelines and is inclusive and accessible

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, PR, or related field
  • 2–5 years’ experience in communications, marketing, or student engagement
  • Strong writing, editing, and storytelling ability
  • Experience with social media management and digital communication tools
  • Ability to engage with diverse audiences

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience within higher education or student-focused environments
  • Basic graphic design and content creation skills
  • Strong organisational and project management ability
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret engagement data

What we’re looking for:

A proactive, creative thinker with excellent communication skills and a passion for connecting with people. The ideal candidate is tech-savvy, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Interested candidates can send their CV to

Title: Communications Specialist

Company: ExecutivePlacements.com

Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

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