Overview
Account Director – Public Relations Jobs in Cape Town, South Africa at InvisionHR
As the PR Account Director, you will play a vital leadership role within the agency, acting as both a guardian of quality and an inspirational force for your team.
Your expertise will not only be centered on managing existing accounts but also in pioneering new opportunities that align with the agency’s growth objectives.
Our ideal candidate is a motivational leader with a passion for public relations and business development, whose commitment to quality will resonate throughout the agency.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Leadership & Mentoring
Lead the Account Management team, setting high standards and providing guidance, mentorship, and support.
Manage individual and team performance, assisting with skill development and career planning.
Quality Control & Workflow Management
Ensure the highest quality of the agency’s products by managing the workflow and quality output of your own work and that of the account management team.
Client Relationship Management
Build and nurture excellent relationships with clients, agency partners, suppliers, and internal team members.
Demonstrate a commitment to understanding and fulfilling client needs and expectations.
Strategic Growth & Business Development
Work closely with the MANCO team to attract and win new business, thereby growing the existing portfolio of clients.
Contribute positively to the agency’s overall growth by setting an example of best-practice PR account management.
Inspiring Team Culture
Cultivate a positive and motivating team culture by setting an example, encouraging team members, and fostering an environment of collaboration and innovation.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or related field.
5+ years of proven experience in PR, including successful content strategies and campaigns.
Ability to create, pitch, and report client content, exceptional writing and verbal skills.
Portfolio showcasing writing samples; understanding of grammar and language.
Knowledge of media relations, social media, content distribution, and relevant software tools.
Passion for communications and media relations; willingness to stay current with industry trends.
COMPETENCIES:
Creativity
Strategic thinking
Data analysis for insights
Strong project management skills
Ability to meet deadlines.
Manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
The ability to motivate and guide a diverse team.
Title: Account Director – Public Relations
Company: InvisionHR
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Category: Management (Account Manager, Business Development, Client Relationship Manager)
