Coordinator II : Marketing (P8) (University Relations Division : Marketing & Brand) (Re-advert)

University of Johannesburg; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Johannesburg is seeking a Coordinator II for Marketing and Brand. The role involves supporting marketing strategies, creating communication materials, and coordinating campaigns. Ideal candidates will have a degree in marketing or related fields and 3-4 years of experience in marketing and brand roles. Strong communication skills and proficiency in MS Office are essential.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of experience in marketing and brand roles, preferably in a corporate or higher education environment.
• Familiarity with brand and PR concepts, ensuring consistent messaging.
• High proficiency in MS Office and design collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of marketing initiatives aligned with strategies.
• Create communication materials reflecting the university’s vision.
• Coordinate marketing campaigns ensuring aligned messaging.
• Monitor use of corporate identity and address deviations.
• Collaborate with departments and vendors for correct brand application.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Creativity

Attention to detail

Planning and organizational skills

Relationship-building

Understanding of marketing law and new media trends

Education

Bachelor’s degree or BTech in Marketing, Brand Management, Communications, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Design collaboration tools

Job description

Job title

Coordinator II : Marketing (P8) (University Relations Division : Marketing & Brand) (Re-advert)

Job Location

Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline

November 07, 2025

Job Purpose

Support initiatives that enhance the university’s reputation and brand visibility by coordinating marketing and communication activities in line with the university’s strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of the university’s marketing and brand initiatives in alignment with established strategies and goals.
• Create communication materials that reflect the university’s vision and values.
• Coordinate execution of marketing campaigns, ensuring messaging aligns with focus on academic excellence, student experience, innovation, and societal impact.
• Act as a point of contact for brand-related queries, ensuring consistent application of messaging, tone, and visual identity across assigned projects and platforms.
• Monitor use of the university’s corporate identity in materials and communications, flag deviations from brand standards for correction.
• Support adoption of new branding style and standards in line with evolved industry standards.
• Select and book above-the-line media for advertising campaigns that are budget-aligned and targeted to specific audiences.
• Produce and adapt print, radio, social media, online advertisements from existing marketing materials, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Liaise with internal teams, suppliers, and media outlets to ensure accurate and timely delivery of advertising materials.
• Track campaign progress and assist with reporting on performance against agreed objectives.
• Advertise brand shop goods to the university.
• Coordinate creation of brand PR initiative working with other team in University Relations.
• Ensure brand marketing campaigns are supported by PR initiatives to ensure longevity.
• Do brand and PR reviews to keep UJ brand top of mind.
• Manage and monitor consistent use of the UJ Brand and Corporate Identity across all communication platforms, marketing materials and digital channels.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external vendors to provide guidance and support on correct brand application, addressing inconsistencies promptly.

Minimum requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree or BTech in Marketing, Brand Management, Communications, or a related field.
• Three (3) to four (4) years’ experience in marketing and brand roles, preferably in a corporate or higher education environment.
• Familiarity with brand, reputation management and PR concepts, ensuring consistent messaging and adherence to brand guidelines.
• High proficiency in MS Office and design collaboration tools.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Creativity, innovation, and attention to detail.
• Planning and organizational skills.
• Relationship-building and stakeholder management.
• Understanding of marketing law and new media trends.

Recommendations

• Qualification in Business, Brand and Reputation Management and demonstration of previous experience.