Digital Communications Strategist

Placements24; Centurion; In loco; ZAR 600.000 - 1.200.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary with bonuses

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development opportunities

Paid time off

Team-building events

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng is seeking a Digital Communications Strategist to design, implement, and manage innovative digital strategies that enhance brand visibility and audience engagement. The role requires translating complex ideas into engaging online content and driving measurable digital results.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of social media, SEO, content marketing, CMS, and website management, with 5+ years of experience.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in Digital Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in digital communications, content marketing, or social media management.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing successful digital strategies.
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills with strong online engagement tactics.
• Proficiency in SEO and analytics tools such as Google Analytics and SEMrush.
• Experience with CMS and social media management tools.
• Strong analytical skills to drive decision-making and measurable results.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate across departments and work in a team environment.
• Creative thinker with a passion for digital media innovation.

Mansioni

• Develop and execute a comprehensive digital communications strategy across online platforms.
• Manage and optimize the company’s social media presence, including content creation and scheduling.
• Oversee website content and SEO optimization.
• Create engaging digital content including blogs, infographics, videos, and posts.
• Monitor online conversations and manage brand reputation.
• Analyze campaign performance and provide actionable insights.
• Collaborate with marketing, PR, and design teams for brand consistency.
• Identify emerging digital trends to inform strategy and engagement.
• Manage relationships with digital agencies and vendors.
• Develop and manage the digital communications budget.

Conoscenze

Content writing

SEO best practices

Social media management

Analytics

Project management

Team collaboration

Creative thinking

Content creation

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Digital Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related field

Strumenti

Google Analytics

SEMrush

WordPress

Hootsuite

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client is a prominent leader in the corporate communications sector, actively seeking a Digital Communications Strategist to spearhead their online presence. This role is pivotal in designing, implementing, and managing innovative digital communication strategies that enhance brand visibility, engage target audiences, and support overall business objectives. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the digital ecosystem, including social media, content marketing, SEO, and website management, with a proven ability to translate complex ideas into engaging online content. This is an office-based position located in the vibrant business district of Centurion, Gauteng , offering a dynamic and collaborative work environment where creativity and strategic foresight are paramount. We are looking for a forward-thinking individual who can drive measurable results in the digital space.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive digital communications strategy across multiple online platforms.
• Manage and optimize the company's social media presence, including content creation, scheduling, and community engagement.
• Oversee website content, ensuring it is up-to-date, relevant, and optimized for search engines (SEO).
• Create engaging and informative digital content, including blog posts, infographics, videos, and social media updates.
• Monitor online conversations and brand mentions, responding to inquiries and managing online reputation.
• Analyze digital marketing campaign performance, tracking key metrics and providing actionable insights.
• Collaborate with marketing, PR, and design teams to ensure brand consistency and integrated campaign execution.
• Identify emerging digital trends and technologies to inform strategy and enhance engagement.
• Manage relationships with digital agencies and third-party vendors as needed.
• Develop and manage the digital communications budget effective.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Digital Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in digital communications, content marketing, or social media management.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing successful digital communication strategies.
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with a strong understanding of online engagement tactics.
• Proficiency in SEO best practices and tools (e.g., Google Analytics, SEMrush).
• Experience with content management systems (CMS) and social media management tools.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data to drive decision-making.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate across departments.
• Creative thinking and a passion for innovation in digital media.

Benefits

Our client provides a competitive salary package, including performance-based bonuses, comprehensive health insurance, and a retirement savings plan. Employees benefit from a modern office environment in a prime Centurion, Gauteng location, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and amenities. Opportunities for professional development include ongoing training, workshops, and attendance at industry conferences. Additional benefits include paid time off, employee wellness programs, and regular team-building events designed to foster a positive and productive workplace culture. This role offers a significant opportunity to shape the digital narrative of a leading organization.