Digital Communications Strategist (Remote)

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office stipend

Flexible working hours

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Digital Communications Strategist for a fully remote role. You will shape digital narratives, develop strategies across social, email, and web, and drive measurable outcomes from anywhere, including Centurion or approved locations.

You will lead content creation, manage online communities, and optimize paid campaigns while staying ahead of trends and analytics to report actionable insights.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Digital Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field.
• 5+ years in digital communications, content strategy, or social media management.
• Proven success in developing and executing digital marketing campaigns.
• Expertise in social media, SEO, SEM, and email marketing.
• Strong data interpretation and analytics skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency in CMS and Google Analytics.
• Ability to work autonomously in a fully remote environment.
• Strong online branding and community management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive digital communication strategies across social media, email, websites, and other online platforms.
• Create engaging and high-quality content tailored for different digital channels and target audiences.
• Manage and grow the client's online community and social media presence.
• Plan and oversee paid digital advertising campaigns, optimizing for performance and ROI.
• Monitor digital trends, analytics, and competitor activities to identify opportunities and threats.
• Analyze campaign performance data and provide actionable insights and reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure brand consistency and integrated campaign efforts.
• Manage the editorial calendar for all digital content.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest digital marketing tools and best practices.
• Serve as a key contributor to the client's online reputation management efforts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Autonomy

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Digital Marketing/Communications/PR/Journalism

Tools

CMS platforms

Google Analytics

SEO tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a forward-thinking organization seeking a highly skilled and creative Digital Communications Strategist to join their fully remote team. This role is designed for a strategic thinker who excels in leveraging digital channels to build brand awareness, engage audiences, and drive measurable outcomes. You will be at the forefront of developing and implementing innovative digital communication strategies, managing online content, and optimizing campaigns across various platforms. As a remote-first employee, you'll have the autonomy to manage your workday effectively, contributing to our client's success from anywhere. This is an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated professional to shape digital narratives and connect with global audiences, working remotely from Centurion or any approved location.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive digital communication strategies across social media, email, websites, and other online platforms.
• Create engaging and high-quality content tailored for different digital channels and target audiences.
• Manage and grow the client's online community and social media presence.
• Plan and oversee paid digital advertising campaigns, optimizing for performance and ROI.
• Monitor digital trends, analytics, and competitor activities to identify opportunities and threats.
• Analyze campaign performance data and provide actionable insights and reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure brand consistency and integrated campaign efforts.
• Manage the editorial calendar for all digital content.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest digital marketing tools and best practices.
• Serve as a key contributor to the client's online reputation management efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Digital Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in digital communications, content strategy, or social media management.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing effective digital marketing campaigns.
• Expertise in various social media platforms, SEO, SEM, and email marketing.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and generate insights.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for creating compelling digital content.
• Proficiency in content management systems (CMS) and digital analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a fully remote environment.
• Strong understanding of online branding and community management.
• A proactive and innovative approach to digital strategy.

Benefits

• This remote position offers a competitive annual salary of R per annum .
• Our client provides a comprehensive remote work package, including a home office stipend, flexible working hours, and significant opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Employees benefit from a robust health insurance plan and a supportive virtual work culture that emphasizes collaboration and innovation.
• This role allows you to be part of a dynamic team while enjoying the flexibility and autonomy of working from home, contributing to impactful digital strategies.