Digital Communications Lead

Placements24; Benoni; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 500 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Fully remote work arrangement

Growth opportunities

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Digital Communications Lead for a fully remote role within South Africa. You will craft and execute an integrated digital strategy spanning social media, email marketing, website content, and online advertising, guiding a remote team from Benoni, Gauteng.

You should bring a Master's in digital marketing or related field, 6+ years in digital communications with 2+ years in leadership, and a proven track record managing campaigns, SEO, and analytics.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Digital Marketing, Communications, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years in digital communications and marketing, with ≥2 in leadership.
• Proven success managing social, email, SEO, and paid campaigns.
• Strong analytical skills with Google Analytics proficiency.
• Experience leading remote teams and projects; strong written/verbal communication.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement a holistic digital communication strategy.
• Lead social media, email marketing, SEO, and paid ads.
• Oversee website content and SEO optimization.
• Monitor analytics and report insights for improvement.
• Mentor a remote digital communications team.

Connaissances

Digital strategy

Leadership

Social media management

Email marketing

SEO

Analytics

Remote team management

Formation

Master's degree in Digital Marketing/Communication

Outils

Google Analytics

SEO tools

CMS (WordPress)

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking e-commerce platform, is seeking an experienced Digital Communications Lead to spearhead their online presence and engagement strategies. This is a fully remote position, empowering you to work from any location within **South Africa**. You will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive digital communication plan, encompassing social media, email marketing, website content, and online advertising. The ideal candidate is a digital native with a proven track record in driving online engagement, optimizing digital campaigns, and managing a remote team. This role offers a significant opportunity to shape the digital narrative of a rapidly expanding company, working virtually and contributing to its growth trajectory from **Benoni, Gauteng**.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a holistic digital communication strategy to enhance online brand presence.
• Manage all social media channels, including content creation, scheduling, and community engagement.
• Oversee email marketing campaigns, from list segmentation to performance analysis.
• Ensure website content is up-to-date, engaging, and optimized for search engines (SEO).
• Develop and execute paid digital advertising campaigns across various platforms.
• Monitor digital analytics, generate reports, and provide actionable insights for improvement.
• Collaborate with design and content teams to ensure a consistent brand voice and visual identity.
• Stay abreast of the latest digital marketing trends and emerging technologies.
• Manage and mentor a remote digital communications team.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Digital Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in digital communications and marketing, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Proven success in managing social media, email marketing, SEO, and paid advertising campaigns.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Google Analytics and other digital marketing tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience managing remote teams and projects.
• Creative thinker with a passion for digital storytelling.
• Must be a resident of **South Africa** and eligible to work remotely.

Benefits

• Annual salary of ZAR.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering ultimate flexibility.
• Opportunity to lead digital strategy for a leading e-commerce platform.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• Contribute significantly to online growth and brand building.
• Work with a dynamic and globally distributed team.
• Access to advanced digital marketing tools and resources.