Digital Project Manager - Marketing & Communications

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 344,000 - 620,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Flexible schedule

Engaging projects

Collaborative team

Exposure to diverse clients

Randburg base support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Digital Project Manager for remote oversight of digital marketing campaigns and web development projects. You will coordinate clients, creatives, developers, and strategists to deliver on time, on budget, and aligned with client goals from Randburg, Gauteng and beyond.

You will manage plans, timelines and budgets, ensure effective collaboration across teams, and optimize PM processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of digital project management experience, preferably in an agency setting.
• Proven experience managing web design, development and digital marketing campaigns.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing channels including SEO, SEM, social media and content marketing.
• Excellent communication, organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient with project management tools such as Asana, Trello, Monday.com; familiar with WordPress/Drupal CMS.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and deliver digital marketing projects and websites on time and within budget.
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines and budgets.
• Coordinate internal teams and external vendors.
• Manage client communication with regular updates.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Ensure projects align with client objectives and brand guidelines.
• Oversee CMS implementations and website development.
• Monitor campaign performance and report on metrics.
• Facilitate team meetings and drive collaboration.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of PM processes.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organization

Time management

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Asana

Trello

Monday.com

WordPress

Drupal

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic marketing agency, is seeking an innovative Digital Project Manager to oversee the execution of digital marketing campaigns and web development projects for their clients. This role is ideal for a creative and organized individual who thrives in a fast-paced, agency environment. You will be responsible for managing projects from concept to delivery, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and meet client objectives. The role requires strong communication skills to liaise between clients, creative teams, developers, and digital strategists. As this is a fully remote position, you will have the flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to exciting digital initiatives for clients based in **Randburg, Gauteng**, and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the planning, execution, and delivery of digital marketing projects, including websites, social media campaigns, and content creation.
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Coordinate with internal teams (design, development, content, SEO) and external vendors.
• Manage client communication, providing regular updates and addressing inquiries.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Ensure all projects align with client objectives and brand guidelines.
• Oversee website development and content management system (CMS) implementations.
• Monitor campaign performance and provide reports on key metrics.
• Facilitate team meetings and ensure effective collaboration.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in digital project management, preferably within an agency setting.
• Proven experience managing web design, development, and digital marketing campaigns.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing channels (SEO, SEM, Social Media, Content Marketing).
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Asana, Trello, Monday.com).
• Familiarity with CMS platforms (e.g., WordPress, Drupal) and basic web development concepts.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience working with clients in the **Randburg** area is a plus.
• Creative problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive contractor rate.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering significant flexibility.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and engaging digital projects.
• Collaborate with a creative and talented team.
• Exposure to a wide range of clients and industries.
• Contribute to innovative digital strategies from anywhere.
• Supportive and dynamic work culture from our **Randburg** base.