Junior Digital Marketing Executive

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Medical aid and retirement benefits

Mentorship and training

Friendly team in Polokwane

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a Junior Digital Marketing Executive to support SEO, social media, email marketing, and campaigns. This entry-level role suits a recent graduate or early-career professional looking to build a solid foundation in digital marketing under senior mentors.

You'll help implement campaigns, update content, monitor performance with analytics, and assist with marketing collateral while in a supportive hybrid work environment in Polokwane.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related discipline.
• Zero to two years of experience in marketing or a related field; internships count.
• Basic understanding of digital marketing concepts, including SEO, social media marketing, and email marketing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn, a proactive attitude, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of digital marketing campaigns across channels (social media, email, paid advertising).
• Assist in managing and updating website content and social media profiles.
• Help monitor and report on the performance of digital marketing activities using analytics tools.
• Conduct research on industry trends, competitor activities, and keyword opportunities.
• Contribute to marketing collateral such as social media graphics and email newsletters.
• Provide administrative support to the marketing team to ensure smooth campaign operations.

Skills

Communication

MS Office

Learning mindset

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing / Business / Communications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Junior Digital Marketing Executive to join their team in Polokwane. This entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various aspects of digital marketing, including SEO, social media, email marketing, and campaign support. You will work under the guidance of senior marketing professionals to help execute strategies that enhance online presence and drive business growth. This role is ideal for a recent graduate or early-carer professional eager to build a solid foundation in digital marketing.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of digital marketing campaigns across various channels, including social media, email, and paid advertising.
• Assist in managing and updating website content and social media profiles.
• Help monitor and report on the performance of digital marketing activities using analytics tools.
• Conduct research on industry trends, competitor activities, and keyword opportunities.
• Contribute to the creation of marketing collateral, such as social media graphics and email newsletter content.
• Provide administrative support to the marketing team as needed, ensuring smooth campaign operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related discipline.
• Zero to two years of experience in marketing or a related field; internships count.
• Basic understanding of digital marketing concepts, including SEO, social media marketing, and email marketing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn, a proactive attitude, and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary and opportunities for performance-based increases.
• A supportive hybrid work environment that provides flexibility and in-office collaboration.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid and retirement contributions.
• Access to mentorship and training programs to develop digital marketing expertise.
• Be part of a friendly and professional team in Polokwane.