Marketing Communications Specialist

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Medical aid coverage

Professional development

Sustainability focus

Generous leave

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 client, a leading provider of sustainable energy solutions, seeks a Marketing Communications Specialist in Paarl, Western Cape. You will craft messages, manage content, PR, social media, and events, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure brand consistency.

The role blends strategic planning with hands-on execution, demanding excellent writing and channel knowledge within renewable energy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in marketing communications or a similar role.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Proven experience in content creation for various channels, including digital and print.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms and best practices for business use.
• Experience with public relations activities is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with design software.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• A keen interest in sustainable energy and environmental solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated marketing communication plans and strategies.
• Write, edit, and proofread marketing collateral, press releases, website content, social media posts, and internal communications.
• Manage and grow the company's social media presence, creating engaging content and monitoring engagement.
• Support public relations efforts by drafting media materials and liaising with journalists.
• Assist in the planning and execution of marketing events and trade shows.
• Collaborate with the design team to ensure all communications are visually aligned with brand standards.
• Monitor and analyze the effectiveness of communication campaigns and report on key metrics.
• Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in marketing communications.
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of the company's products and services to effectively communicate value propositions.
• Manage external communication vendors and agencies as required.

Skills

Content creation

Social media management

Writing & editing

Project management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Communications/PR/Journ

Tools

Microsoft Office

Design software (Adobe Creative Suite)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading provider of sustainable energy solutions, is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Marketing Communications Specialist to join their growing team. This role, based in the picturesque town of Paarl, Western Cape , will play a vital part in crafting and disseminating compelling messages that enhance brand visibility and engagement. You will be responsible for developing and executing a variety of marketing communication initiatives, including content creation, public relations, social media management, and event support. The ideal candidate possesses excellent writing and editing skills, a strong understanding of different communication channels, and a passion for storytelling. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure brand consistency and the effective delivery of marketing messages to target audiences. This is an exciting opportunity for a marketing professional to contribute to a company making a positive impact in the renewable energy sector. The role requires a blend of strategic communication planning and hands-on execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated marketing communication plans and strategies.
• Write, edit, and proofread marketing collateral, press releases, website content, social media posts, and internal communications.
• Manage and grow the company's social media presence, creating engaging content and monitoring engagement.
• Support public relations efforts by drafting media materials and liaising with journalists.
• Assist in the planning and execution of marketing events and trade shows.
• Collaborate with the design team to ensure all communications are visually aligned with brand standards.
• Monitor and analyze the effectiveness of communication campaigns and report on key metrics.
• Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in marketing communications.
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of the company's products and services to effectively communicate value propositions.
• Manage external communication vendors and agencies as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in marketing communications or a similar role.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Proven experience in content creation for various channels, including digital and print.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms and best practices for business use.
• Experience with public relations activities is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with design software.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• A keen interest in sustainable energy and environmental solutions.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of ZAR .
• Hybrid work model offering a balance of office and remote work in Paarl, Western Cape .
• Comprehensive medical aid coverage.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A chance to contribute to a company focused on sustainability.
• Generous annual leave and company holidays.
• Retirement fund benefits.
• A supportive and team-oriented work culture.