Brand Manager (Head Office)

The South African College Of Applied Psychology; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Cape Town is seeking a Brand Manager to develop and implement brand communication strategies. The role involves working with internal teams to ensure a consistent brand presence and effective messaging for both divisions. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in marketing and 3-5 years of marketing experience. Excellent communication skills and project management experience are essential, especially within higher education contexts.

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years' experience in marketing or integrated communication roles.
• Proven experience managing brand and marketing communications.
• Experience reviewing creative work for brand alignment.

Responsibilities

• Support development and implementation of brand communication strategies.
• Ensure consistent brand presence through oversight of communications.
• Position both divisions effectively across all touchpoints.

Skills

Integrated marketing channels understanding

Strong project management

Writing and editing skills

Communication excellence

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing or related field

Job description

Job title: Brand Manager (Head Office)

Job Location: Western Cape, Cape Town | Deadline: January 04

The Brand Manager supports the development and implementation of brand communication strategies across all touchpoints.

This role works closely with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure consistent brand presence (for both SACAP College and SACAP Global) through effective oversight of all communication.

This role ensures both divisions (SACAP College and SACAP Global) are effectively positioned and consistently represented across all touchpoints through refined brand messaging and communication.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in marketing, brand management, communication or related field.

Minimum 3 - 5 years' experience in marketing or integrated communication roles.

Proven experience managing brand and marketing communications (visual and copy) from planning to execution.

Experience reviewing creative work (copy and design) for brand alignment.

A clear understanding of brand and marketing principles.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, especially digital and marketing.

Strong understanding of brand strategy, positioning, and visual identity systems.

Competence in briefing, managing, and evaluating creative and campaign deliverables.

Strong project management experience, with the ability to coordinate tasks, timelines, and external suppliers.

Industry experience in higher education.

SKILLS

Solid understanding of integrated marketing channels (traditional + digital).

Strong project management skills, including timeline and stakeholder coordination.

Strong understanding of brand strategy, positioning and visual identity systems.

Writing, editing and proofreading skills, with the ability to refine messaging for clarity, tone and brand consistency.

Ability to review and evaluate creative work (copy and design) for alignment with brand guidelines and existing corporate identity.

Competence in developing clear briefs and translating brand strategy into effective messaging frameworks.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Communication Excellence

Attention to Detail

Creative Judgment and Brand-focused

Multitasking & Prioritisation

Collaboration & Teamwork

Problem-Solving Ability

Adaptability