Communications and Marketing Specialist

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development

Creative work environment

Social impact

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a creative and strategic Communications and Marketing Specialist to enhance our brand presence and public engagement. You will develop and execute communication strategies, craft content for websites, newsletters, press releases, and social channels, and coordinate marketing initiatives to engage donors and supporters.

The ideal candidate has proven experience in communications or marketing, excellent writing, and a solid grasp of digital campaigns.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in communications, marketing, or related field.
• Excellent writing, editing, and content creation skills.
• Proficiency in social media management tools and digital marketing strategies.
• Experience with graphic design software or content creation tools is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of public relations and media engagement.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated communication and marketing plans.
• Create engaging content for websites, social media, newsletters, and press releases.
• Manage social media channels, fostering community interaction and growth.
• Coordinate marketing campaigns to promote events, fundraising initiatives, and program awareness.
• Monitor media coverage and public sentiment, responding appropriately.
• Collaborate with program teams to gather stories and information for communication materials.
• Analyze campaign performance and provide reports on key metrics.

Skills

Communications

Marketing

Content creation

Social media tools

Graphic design

Public relations

Team collaboration

Tools

Graphic design software

Job description

Our client is looking for a creative and strategic Communications and Marketing Specialist to enhance their brand presence and public engagement in Sandton . This role is crucial for developing and executing impactful communication strategies that highlight the organization's work and attract support. You will be responsible for crafting compelling content across various platforms, managing social media, and coordinating marketing initiatives to reach wider audiences. This position offers an excellent opportunity to shape the narrative of a vital charity and contribute to its mission within the vibrant Gauteng community, requiring a skilled professional with a flair for storytelling and digital engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated communication and marketing plans.
• Create engaging content for websites, social media, newsletters, and press releases.
• Manage social media channels, fostering community interaction and growth.
• Coordinate marketing campaigns to promote events, fundraising initiatives, and program awareness.
• Monitor media coverage and public sentiment, responding appropriately.
• Collaborate with program teams to gather stories and information for communication materials.
• Analyze campaign performance and provide reports on key metrics.

Requirements

• Proven experience in communications, marketing, or a related field.
• Excellent writing, editing, and content creation skills.
• Proficiency in social media management tools and digital marketing strategies.
• Experience with graphic design software or content creation tools is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of public relations and media engagement.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunity to lead impactful communication strategies in a high-profile area like Sandton .
• Professional development and training in the latest marketing trends.
• A creative and supportive work environment.
• Be part of an organization dedicated to making a significant social contribution.