Assistant Marketing Practitioner

Western Cape Blood Service; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180 000 - 250 000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit dedicated to saving lives through blood collection is seeking an Assistant Marketing Practitioner in South Africa. The role involves managing branding equipment and supporting marketing activities for blood donor clinics. Candidates should have a diploma in Public Relations or Marketing and at least one year of related experience. Excellent communication skills in English and Afrikaans are essential. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in PR, marketing or promotions.
• Unendorsed Code 08 driver’s licence.
• Reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain brand equipment and support Marketing Practitioners with all marketing activities.
• Procure and maintain branding and exhibition material.
• Distribute and set up promotional material and branding equipment for blood donor clinics.

Skills

Excellent communication skills in English and Afrikaans

Computer literacy in MS Office

Education

Diploma in Public Relations, Marketing or equivalent qualification

Matric Certificate/Grade 12

Job description

Assistant Marketing Practitioner

Location: Western Cape Blood Service, Western Cape, South Africa

Salary: R180,000 - R250,000 per year

Job Overview

Join us in making a life‑changing impact every single day. The Western Cape Blood Service (WCBS) is a non‑profit dedicated to saving lives through blood collection and processing. We’re seeking an enthusiastic and results‑oriented Assistant Marketing Practitioner to join our dynamic Marketing and Public Relations team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain brand equipment and support Marketing Practitioners with all marketing activities.
• Procure and maintain branding and exhibition material.
• Distribute and set up promotional material and branding equipment for blood donor clinics.
• Assist with marketing activities and advertising of blood donation clinics.
• Maintain assigned clinics and donor base.
• Assist with scheduling clinic dates.
• Lift and carry branding equipment.
• Provide ad‑hoc support to Marketing and PR teams.

Requirements

• Matric Certificate/Grade 12.
• Diploma in Public Relations, Marketing or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of one year experience in PR, marketing or promotions.
• Computer literacy in MS Office.
• Unendorsed Code 08 driver’s licence.
• Reliable transport.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Afrikaans (bilingual).

Additional Information

• Western Cape Blood Service is an equal‑opportunity employer.
• Applicants will be required to complete a psychometric assessment as part of the selection process.
• If you do not receive feedback within 4 weeks of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.