Head of Marketing (JB54111)

Kontak Recruitment; Johannesburg; Remote; ZAR 500,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the wellness sector seeks a Head of Marketing to lead strategic digital initiatives. This fully remote role offers the chance to impact national campaigns and oversee marketing for two growing brands. The ideal candidate will have extensive digital marketing experience and a proven track record in eCommerce.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ marketing experience.
• Expertise in paid digital advertising (Meta, Google, YouTube, LinkedIn).
• Proven track record in digital strategy and performance tracking.

Responsibilities

• Manage paid advertising campaigns across multiple platforms.
• Optimise campaign performance for cost-efficiency.
• Develop and execute brand strategies supporting growth.

Skills

Digital Marketing

eCommerce

Paid Digital Advertising

Project Management

Stakeholder Coordination

Tools

Google Analytics

WooCommerce

Job description

Head of Marketing (JB54111)
Fully Remote for applicants living in South Africa
R55 – R65,000 CTC per month
Permanent

Seeking a strategic and hands-on Head of Marketing. You’ll lead the marketing strategy for two fast-growing, purpose-driven health brands, working directly with the founders to shape national-scale campaigns. This fully remote role offers flexibility and autonomy, while allowing you to make a tangible impact by bringing marketing in-house and steering the direction of all digital initiatives — from strategy through to execution. It’s a chance to join a wellness-focused company that’s passionate about improving lives through innovation and science-backed solutions.


Minimum Requirements:
Minimum of 5 years’ marketing experience, with a strong digital and eCommerce focus
Demonstrated expertise in paid digital advertising (Meta, Google, YouTube, LinkedIn)
Proven track record in digital strategy, execution, and performance tracking
Familiarity with Google Analytics and Ads
Comfortable with social media planning, scheduling, and community engagement
Excellent project management and stakeholder coordination skills
Experience with WooCommerce
Previous exposure to medical, wellness, or lifestyle brands would be an advantage
Available to start as soon as possible

Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage paid advertising across Meta, Google, YouTube, and LinkedIn
Monitor campaign performance and optimise for cost-efficiency and conversion
Develop and execute brand strategies that support growth and customer retention
Oversee content planning and engagement across all social platforms
Maintain and evolve brand identity and messaging for both brands
Take full ownership of marketing projects from concept to delivery
Liaise with third-party creatives, influencers, or media when needed
Ensure consistent brand messaging and positioning across all touchpoints
Provide regular performance reports and insights to the executive team

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About Kontak Recruitment

Kontak Recruitment is a Pastel Certified Recruiter which specializes in the recruitment of personnel on all career levels including the placement of temporary, contract as well as permanent staffing. We enjoy the personalized approach with regards to out candidates focusing on their needs and requirements as well as a personalized approach with our clients in delivering an excellent service.

Kontak Recruitment conducts business in an ethical and honest manner. We aim at building long term relationships that are to the mutual benefit of all parties. We offer a responsible and personalized service to clients and candidates. We encourage an employment environment that provides equal opportunities for all employees. All positions and applications remain confidential protecting the rights and interests of both the client and the candidates.

Our core focus is delivering a staffing solution in the niche fields of Pastel Consultants,finance as well as office support. As part of this service offering we include extensive reference and qualification checks as well as a criminal and credit check. Our focus is quality and we will present the most efficient and integrated ways of satisfying the skills need within the company.

Permanent staff placements – We strive to find the right fit and providing support to client and candidate during the first three months of the employment.

Temporary and Contract placements – We offer immediate access to staff on all levels on a flexible basis. Kontak Recruitment administers the payroll and all statutory returns.

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