Junior Corporate Communications Coordinator

Recruitd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruitd is seeking a Junior Corporate Communications Coordinator who blends design with branding and communications across a corporate group. You will develop and apply branding guidelines, build and update web content, and support internal communications and events.

The role requires a design foundation, proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office, and experience with WordPress or Wix. You will collaborate with multiple stakeholders and contribute to brand consistency across sites.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Communication Design, Multimedia Design or related field.
• At least 1 year of post-qualification experience in graphic design, marketing, branding or corporate communications, preferably in an advertising or marketing agency.
• Strong working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience with WordPress or Wix, including designing and building website pages.
• Understanding of corporate branding, visual communication and brand consistency.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Proactive approach with ability to own tasks and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Portfolio of design/branding/website projects is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Graphic Design, Branding and Visual Communication: design branded materials and internal communications.
• Develop and maintain company profiles, presentations and branding materials.
• Design promotional merchandise and coordinate production.
• Prepare artwork for signage, vehicle branding and branding requirements.
• Assist with internal branding installations and ensure brand consistency across sites.
• Digital and Website Communications: design and update website pages using WordPress or Wix.
• Maintain a consistent online presence across the Group’s brands.
• Monitor social media mentions and publish approved content.
• Export survey results and assist with reporting.
• Internal and Corporate Communications: prepare, update and distribute internal newsletters.
• Design and distribute staff announcements and internal communications.
• Create professional communications using templates and guidelines.
• Assist with company initiatives and employee communications.
• Ensure internal communications are accurate and visually appealing.
• Supplier and Production Coordination: obtain supplier quotes for design/branding
• Coordinate with external suppliers for artwork, production and installation.
• Track orders and ensure deadlines.
• Coordinate branding installations and stock levels.
• Liaise with internal departments for branding needs.
• Corporate Support and Events: assist with photography and visual content
• Support career fairs and corporate events
• Coordinate branding across departments and subsidiaries.

Skills

Graphic design

Branding

Adobe Creative Suite

WordPress

Wix

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s in Graphic Design/related field

Tools

Illustrator

InDesign

Photoshop

Microsoft Office

WordPress

Wix

Job description

Are you a creative and detail-oriented communications professional who combines strong design skills with an understanding of corporate branding and communication? We are looking for a Junior Corporate Communications Coordinator to join a corporate group, supporting the development and implementation of communications and branding initiatives across multiple companies within the Group. This is an excellent opportunity for a design-focused individual who enjoys working on a variety of projects, maintaining brand consistency and bringing creative ideas to life in a corporate environment. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in graphic design, proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office, and practical experience with website design and content management. This role offers the opportunity to broaden your experience across digital communications, internal communications, branding and corporate projects, with the potential for long-term development within the communications function.

Minimum Requirements

• A Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Communication Design, Multimedia Design or a related field.
• At least 1 year of post-qualification experience in graphic design, marketing, branding or corporate communications, preferably within an advertising or marketing agency.
• Strong working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
• Practical experience with WordPress or Wix, including the ability to design and build website pages, rather than only update existing content.
• A good understanding of corporate branding, visual communication and brand consistency.
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• A proactive approach, with the confidence to take ownership of tasks and work with different stakeholders.
• A portfolio or portfolio of evidence (POE) showcasing design, branding and website projects is highly advantageous and should be included with your application where available.
• A valid driver's licence and willingness to travel between company sites in Gauteng would be advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

• Graphic Design, Branding and Visual Communication
  • Design and produce branded marketing materials, corporate collateral and internal communications.
  • Develop and maintain company profiles, presentations and other corporate branding materials.
  • Design promotional merchandise and coordinate the production and ordering process.
  • Prepare artwork for signage, vehicle branding and other physical branding requirements.
  • Assist with the installation of internal branding and ensure brand consistency across company sites.
  • Apply established brand guidelines across all communications and design outputs.
• Digital and Website Communications
  • Design, build and update website pages using WordPress or Wix.
  • Assist with maintaining a consistent and professional online presence across the Group's brands.
  • Conduct online presence checks and monitor social media mentions.
  • Publish approved social media content and support routine digital communications.
  • Export survey results and assist with compiling information for reporting purposes.
• Internal and Corporate Communications
  • Prepare, update and distribute internal newsletters.
  • Design and distribute staff announcements and internal communications.
  • Create professional communications using approved templates and corporate guidelines.
  • Assist with communicating company initiatives, updates and announcements to employees.
  • Ensure that internal communications are accurate, visually appealing and consistent with the Group's brand identity.
• Supplier and Production Coordination
  • Obtain and compare supplier quotations for design, printing, branding and promotional requirements.
  • Coordinate with external suppliers to ensure that artwork, production and installation requirements are met.
  • Track orders and deliveries, follow up on outstanding items and ensure deadlines are achieved.
  • Coordinate branding installations and manage stock levels of promotional and branded materials.
  • Liaise with internal departments to understand and coordinate their branding and communications requirements.
• Corporate Support and Events
  • Assist with photography and the preparation of visual content for corporate use.
  • Support career fairs, corporate events and other Group initiatives.
  • Coordinate branding requirements across departments and subsidiaries.
  • Assist with additional communications, design and branding projects as required.

The Ideal Candidate

You are a creative professional who enjoys combining design with practical communications and project coordination. You take pride in producing high-quality work, understand the importance of brand consistency and are comfortable managing several projects at once. You are confident using design software, capable of working independently on routine design tasks and eager to expand your skills across the broader corporate communications environment. You communicate professionally, work well with different stakeholders and enjoy the variety that comes with supporting multiple businesses within a group. This opportunity would suit someone looking to build a long-term career in corporate communications, branding and design, rather than focusing exclusively on social media management.