Communications and Marketing Lead

Placements24; Sandton; Ibrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.400.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Professional growth opportunities

Impactful non-profit sector work

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 seeks a Communications and Marketing Lead for a Sandton-based charitable organization. You will craft and drive integrated strategies to raise visibility, engage stakeholders, and support mission impact, overseeing branding, PR, digital marketing, and content across channels.

The role requires a strategic storyteller with at least 6 years in marketing/communications, strong leadership, and a track record of successful campaigns in the non-profit sector.

Competenze

• Minimum of 6 years in marketing and communications, with strategy development and execution.
• Proven experience in brand identity, digital marketing, and PR.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Strong SEO, SEM, social media marketing, and CMS understanding.
• Ability to develop and execute successful campaigns.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with marketing analytics tools.
• Willingness to relocate to Sandton, Gauteng.

Mansioni

• Develop and implement integrated communication and marketing plans.
• Manage brand identity across platforms.
• Oversee content for website, social, email, and press releases.
• Develop and execute digital marketing strategies, including SEO, SEM, and social media advertising.
• Manage public relations efforts, including media outreach and crisis communications.
• Analyze marketing campaign performance and provide regular reports on key metrics.
• Collaborate with program teams to effectively communicate their work and impact.
• Manage the communications budget and ensure efficient resource allocation.
• Stay abreast of current trends and best practices in marketing and communications.
• Lead and mentor a small communications team.

Conoscenze

Strategic marketing

Brand management

Digital marketing

SEO & SEM

Content creation

Storytelling

Team leadership

Analytics & reporting

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or related field

Strumenti

CMS (Content Management System)

SEO tools

Social media analytics tools

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a prominent and impactful charitable organization operating in Sandton, Gauteng , is seeking an experienced and creative Communications and Marketing Lead. This role is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive communication and marketing strategies to enhance the organization's visibility, engage stakeholders, and drive support for its mission. You will oversee all aspects of brand management, public relations, digital marketing, and content creation. The ideal candidate possesses a strong strategic mindset, excellent storytelling abilities, and a proven track record in managing successful marketing campaigns within the non-profit sector. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the narrative and amplify the reach of a vital organization. We are looking for a dynamic individual who can effectively communicate our impact and inspire engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated communication and marketing plans to achieve organizational objectives.
• Manage the organization's brand identity, ensuring consistency across all platforms.
• Oversee content creation for various channels, including website, social media, email newsletters, and press releases.
• Develop and execute digital marketing strategies, including SEO, SEM, and social media advertising.
• Manage public relations efforts, including media outreach and crisis communications.
• Analyze marketing campaign performance and provide regular reports on key metrics.
• Collaborate with program teams to effectively communicate their work and impact.
• Manage the communications budget and ensure efficient resource allocation.
• Stay abreast of current trends and best practices in marketing and communications.
• Lead and mentor a small communications team.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in marketing and communications, with a strong focus on strategy development and execution, preferably in the non-profit sector.
• Proven experience in managing brand identity, digital marketing, and public relations.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Strong understanding of SEO, SEM, social media marketing, and content management systems.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute successful marketing campaigns.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in marketing analytics tools.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• A Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Reside in or be willing to relocate to the Sandton, Gauteng area.

Benefits

This role offers a competitive salary and the significant reward of shaping the public perception and engagement with a vital organization serving the Sandton, Gauteng community. Our client provides a supportive and innovative work environment, ample opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to work with a dedicated team committed to making a meaningful difference. This hybrid position allows for a blend of remote flexibility and essential in-person collaboration, ensuring a balanced and effective work experience.