Organisation: Next Africa Advisory
Job Type: Remote
Department: Public Relations, Media & Communications
About the Role
Next Africa Advisory is seeking talented and motivated Public Relations Associates to support our growing public relations, media and communications work across African markets.
The Public Relations Associate will support the development and execution of PR and communications activities for Next Africa Advisory and its clients. The role requires a strong communicator who understands media relations, can build professional relationships, identify compelling stories and support the delivery of effective communications campaigns.
We are particularly interested in professionals who understand their local business and media environments and can contribute local market knowledge to national and pan-African assignments.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the planning and execution of public relations and communications campaigns.
- Develop and maintain relationships with journalists, editors, producers and other relevant media professionals.
- Identify appropriate media and publicity opportunities for clients.
- Draft and distribute press releases, media pitches, media briefs and other communications materials.
- Coordinate media interviews, press engagements and publicity activities.
- Support executive and founder profiling and thought-leadership initiatives.
- Support PR activities for conferences, launches, corporate events and campaigns.
- Conduct media monitoring and prepare coverage reports.
- Research journalists, publications, media platforms and relevant industry conversations.
- Develop and maintain accurate media contact databases.
- Identify prospective PR and communications clients and business opportunities.
- Provide local market and media intelligence to support client campaigns.
- Support multi-country and pan-African communications assignments.
- Assist with client communication, campaign reporting and account coordination.
- Maintain high standards of confidentiality, accuracy and professional conduct.
Requirements
The ideal candidate should have:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Good understanding of public relations, media and communications.
- Knowledge of the media landscape within their country or market.
- Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships.
- Strong writing, research and storytelling abilities.
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Professional judgement and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
- Interest in entrepreneurship, business and African markets.
- Access to reliable internet connectivity and appropriate tools for remote work.
Qualifications
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Media Studies or a related field is preferred.
- Relevant professional experience in public relations, communications, journalism, media, marketing communications or a related field.
- Previous experience working with journalists or media organisations will be an advantage.
- Experience writing press releases, articles, media pitches or other professional communications materials will be an advantage.
- Experience in corporate communications, agency PR, independent consulting or media relations will be an advantage.
Exceptional candidates with demonstrable relevant experience may be considered without a directly related academic qualification.
Preferred Attributes
We are looking for individuals who are:
- Professional and dependable.
- Confident communicators.
- Resourceful and proactive.
- Relationship-oriented.
- Entrepreneurial in their approach.
- Curious about business and entrepreneurship.
- Comfortable interacting with entrepreneurs, executives and media professionals.
- Able to understand local context while working within a wider pan-African organisation.
- Committed to professional and ethical communications practice.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit:
- A current CV.
- A short cover letter outlining their relevant experience and interest in the position.
- Their current city and country.
- Links or samples of relevant communications, media or writing work, where available.
Applications should be submitted to: careers@thenextafrica.com
Application Deadline: 31 December 2026. *However, please take note of your country deadlines as applications will be rolled out separately across different countries*.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
