Junior SEO Specialist

HOSTAFRICA; Wes-Kaap; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

HOSTAFRICA, a leading web hosting provider, is seeking a Junior SEO Specialist to enhance its digital marketing efforts. This full-time, remote role is suited for candidates with 1-2 years of SEO experience, focusing on driving organic traffic and improving search rankings through technical and content optimization.

Benefits

Flexible remote/hybrid work options

Opportunity to impact Africa's digital future

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of hands-on SEO experience.
• Familiarity with SEO tools like Ahrefs or SEMrush.
• Understanding of technical SEO concepts.

Responsibilities

• Conduct keyword research for content optimization.
• Optimize web pages for search engines.
• Perform technical SEO audits.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Writing skills

Tools

Google Search Console

Google Analytics (GA4)

Ahrefs

SEMrush

Job description

HOSTAFRICA City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

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Company Overview:

HOSTAFRICA is a leading web hosting provider, delivering world-class cloud VPS, dedicated servers, WordPress hosting, and domain services across Africa. Our mission is to empower businesses and individuals with reliable, secure, and high-performance hosting solutions. We operate in South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, and beyond, serving thousands of customers with a focus on excellence, innovation, and customer success.

Job Description:

We’re looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Junior SEO Specialist to support our growing digital marketing team. This full-time, remote role is perfect for someone with 1–2 years of hands-on SEO experience who’s comfortable with both technical and content optimization. You’ll help drive organic traffic, improve rankings, and support SEO initiatives across HOSTAFRICA’s web properties.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct keyword research to identify opportunities for content and on-page optimization
• Optimize web pages for search engines (meta tags, internal linking, headings, etc.)
• Perform regular technical SEO audits and assist in resolving issues
• Track, analyze, and report on SEO performance using tools like Google Search Console, GA4, Ahrefs, or SEMrush
• Collaborate with content, design, and dev teams to implement SEO best practices
• Monitor backlink profiles and assist with link-building outreach
• Stay current with the latest SEO and search engine algorithm trends.

Qualifications and Experience:

• 1–2 years of hands-on SEO experience (in-house, agency, or freelance)
• Familiarity with Google Search Console, Google Analytics (GA4), and SEO tools like Ahrefs or SEMrush
• Understanding of technical SEO concepts (site speed, crawlability, indexing, etc.)
• Experience working with CMS platforms like WordPress
• Strong analytical, writing, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote environment.

Nice to Have:

• Basic knowledge of HTML/CSS
• Experience in web hosting, SaaS, or tech-related industries
• Familiarity with tools like Screaming Frog, Surfer SEO, or similar.

Why Join HOSTAFRICA?

• Lead a high-growth company shaping Africa’s digital future.
• Make a meaningful impact by improving access to digital infrastructure across the continent.
• Work in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment where your ideas matter.
• Flexible remote/hybrid work options.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their application, including a CV and a cover letter, to [e-mail] with the subject: Junior SEO Specialist Application.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing and Sales

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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