Chief Marketing Officer

Executiveplacements.Com - The Job Portal; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading job portal seeks a Chief Marketing Officer to develop and execute marketing strategies. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in marketing management and a strong educational background in Marketing. This executive role involves leading a high-performing team, managing brand reputation, and aligning marketing objectives with business goals.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in marketing management, ideally in Professional Services or Higher Education.
• 5+ years in Communications and Public Relations.

Responsibilities

• Drive marketing performance and brand sentiment.
• Lead corporate communications and PR to manage reputation.
• Oversee budget and resource allocation.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Brand management

Public relations

Digital marketing

Team leadership

Education

Master’s degree or MBA in Marketing

Job description

Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) is a senior strategic leadership role responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive marketing and public relations (PR) strategy.

This role drives growth, brand equity, and market positioning, encompassing oversight of digital marketing, communications, and PR.

The CMO will lead a high-performing marketing team to build a strong brand presence in the higher education sector, aligning all efforts with overarching business objectives.

• Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
• Salary: Monthly

POSITION INFO: Key Responsibilities

• Operating and Financial Results Drive marketing performance, enhancing brand sentiment, alumni engagement, and public reputation.
• Lead corporate communications and PR to manage reputation, including media relations, brand positioning, and public sentiment monitoring.
• Develop and implement PR initiatives such as press releases, media outreach, and crisis communication to strengthen brand visibility and trust.
• Management Oversee budget and resource allocation, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities.
• Set and monitor strategic KPIs across marketing and PR, evaluating impact and adjusting strategies as needed.
• Direct cross-functional collaboration, aligning PR and communication efforts with marketing, sales, and product teams to ensure consistent messaging.
• Drive innovation in communications and PR, adapting strategies to respond to shifts in the media landscape and proactively managing reputation.
• Leading a High-Performing Marketing and PR Team Develop and implement a cohesive marketing and PR strategy to support growth, focusing on sustainable brand health and loyalty.
• Manage talent acquisition, training, and performance management within the marketing and PR teams.
• Foster a culture of creativity and responsiveness, equipping the team to handle media inquiries, brand campaigns, and internal communications effectively.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Communications Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including media, alumni, industry bodies, and government agencies.
• Guide internal communications strategies to ensure alignment with brand values and keep employees informed of key initiatives.
• Act as a spokesperson and brand ambassador as needed, representing at events and in media interactions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Educational Background: A graduate qualification in Marketing, with a preference for a Master’s degree or MBA.
• Experience Requirements: 10+ years in marketing management, ideally within the Professional Services, Services, or Higher Education sectors.
• At least 5 years of experience specifically in Communications and Public Relations, with a proven record in managing brand reputation and media relationships.
• Expertise in managing an integrated marketing team that collaborates closely with Sales, Product Development, and PR functions.
• Seniority level: Executive.
• Employment type: Full-time.
• Job function: Marketing and Sales.
• Industries: Advertising Services.