Junior Marketing Assistant

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 100,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Mentorship

Exposure to campaigns

Real projects

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking a proactive Junior Marketing Assistant for a part-time role to support the marketing team. You will assist with the execution of campaigns, manage social media, help coordinate events, and provide general admin support within the FMCG sector.

You will learn about brand promotion, content creation, and market research while working closely with the Marketing Manager to contribute to regional marketing efforts.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Marketing/Communications.
• Strong interest in marketing and FMCG.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized and able to manage multiple tasks in Mossel Bay.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and execution of marketing campaigns across various channels.
• Manage and update company social media profiles, posting engaging content.
• Support the organization of marketing events, trade shows, and promotional activities.
• Conduct basic market research and competitor analysis to identify trends.
• Create marketing materials, including flyers, brochures, and digital assets.
• Provide administrative support to the marketing team, such as scheduling meetings and managing databases.

Skills

Communication skills

Organized

Proactive learner

Education

Marketing/Communications degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and organized Junior Marketing Assistant to support their marketing team in Mossel Bay . This part-time role is perfect for an aspiring marketing professional looking to gain hands-on experience in the FMCG sector. You will assist with the execution of marketing campaigns, manage social media channels, help with event coordination, and provide general administrative support to the marketing department. You will work closely with the Marketing Manager to learn about brand promotion, content creation, and market research, contributing to the overall marketing efforts within the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and execution of marketing campaigns across various channels.
• Manage and update company social media profiles, posting engaging content and responding to inquiries.
• Support the organization of marketing events, trade shows, and promotional activities.
• Conduct basic market research and competitor analysis to identify trends.
• Help in the creation of marketing materials, including flyers, brochures, and digital assets.
• Provide administrative support to the marketing team, such as scheduling meetings and managing databases.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree or diploma in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• Strong interest in marketing and the FMCG industry .
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic understanding of social media platforms.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks in Mossel Bay .
• Enthusiastic learner with a proactive attitude and a willingness to contribute.

Benefits

• Gain valuable experience in marketing within the FMCG sector.
• Flexible part-time working hours.
• Mentorship from experienced marketing professionals.
• Exposure to a wide range of marketing activities and strategies.
• Opportunity to contribute to real marketing projects and campaigns.