Digital Content Specialist

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Generous annual leave

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Mbombela (Nelspruit) is seeking a Digital Content Specialist to develop and manage online content that drives traffic and engagement. You will craft compelling material for the website, blog, social channels, and emails, ensuring alignment with brand strategy.

The role emphasizes SEO, editorial excellence, and collaboration with design and development teams. A strong portfolio and CMS experience are essential, with the opportunity to shape digital campaigns in a growing South

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in marketing/communications/journalism/English or related field.
• Proven digital content creation, copywriting, or content marketing experience.
• Excellent writing, editing and proofreading with strong portfolio.
• Solid understanding of SEO principles and best practices.
• Experience with CMS and digital analytics tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in Nelspruit environment.

Responsibilities

• Create SEO-friendly content for website, blog, social media, and email campaigns.
• Develop content strategies aligned with marketing goals and audience interests.
• Edit and proofread content for accuracy, clarity, and brand voice.
• Optimize content to improve organic visibility and search rankings.
• Collaborate with designers and developers for engaging digital assets.
• Analyze content performance using analytics tools and provide improvement insights.

Skills

Content creation

Copywriting

SEO

CMS

Analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Communications/Journalism/English

Tools

Google Analytics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and creative Digital Content Specialist to join their marketing team in Nelspruit . This role is crucial for developing and managing engaging online content that drives website traffic, enhances user engagement, and supports marketing objectives. You will be responsible for creating various forms of digital content, optimizing it for search engines, and ensuring it aligns with brand messaging and strategy. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate digital storyteller to make a tangible impact on the company's online presence within the growing market of Nelspruit , contributing to innovative digital campaigns.

Key Responsibilities

• Create compelling and SEO-friendly content for the company website, blog, social media, and email campaigns.
• Develop content strategies that align with marketing goals and target audience interests.
• Edit and proofread content to ensure accuracy, clarity, and adherence to brand voice.
• Optimize content for search engines to improve organic visibility and search rankings.
• Collaborate with designers and developers to produce visually engaging digital assets.
• Analyze content performance using web analytics tools and provide insights for improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, or a related field.
• Proven experience in digital content creation, copywriting, or content marketing.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong portfolio.
• Solid understanding of SEO principles and best practices.
• Proficiency with content management systems (CMS) and digital analytics tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively in the Nelspruit environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to shape digital content strategy in Nelspruit .
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Generous annual leave and paid sick leave.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.