Junior Marketing Assistant - FMCG

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Comprehensive training and development

Exposure to diverse marketing activity

Medical aid and provident fund

Generous annual leave entitlement

Job summary

Placements24, based in Upington, Northern Cape, is seeking a motivated Junior Marketing Assistant to support the marketing team in executing campaigns across digital and traditional channels. This entry-level role offers hybrid work, combining office collaboration with remote flexibility, and a path to develop skills in FMCG marketing.

You will assist in creating materials, conducting market research, managing social media content, organizing events, and tracking campaign performance, while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or related field.
• Internship or entry-level experience in marketing preferred.
• Strong interest in FMCG industry and marketing principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Basic understanding of social media and digital marketing concepts.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Enthusiastic, proactive, and eager to learn.
• Must be able to commute to Upington for hybrid work.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and executing marketing campaigns across channels.
• Create marketing materials like brochures, presentations, social content, and newsletters.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis.
• Manage social media accounts: content scheduling, engagement, inquiries.
• Organize and coordinate marketing events and promotions.
• Track campaign performance and prepare basic reports.
• Provide administrative support: data entry, filing, scheduling.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external vendors.
• Maintain marketing collateral inventory and distribution.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Strong organizational skills

Teamwork and independence

Enthusiastic, proactive, and eager to

Digital marketing basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or related

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading force in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry, is actively seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Junior Marketing Assistant to join their team. This role is based in Upington, Northern Cape , and offers a hybrid working model, combining office-based collaboration with remote flexibility. The Junior Marketing Assistant will provide crucial support to the marketing department in executing various campaigns and initiatives aimed at promoting our client's diverse product range. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for individuals passionate about marketing, eager to learn, and keen to contribute to the success of well-recognized brands within the FMCG sector. You will gain invaluable hands-on experience in a dynamic marketing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of marketing campaigns across various channels, including digital and traditional media.
• Support the creation of marketing materials, such as brochures, presentations, social media content, and email newsletters.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to gather insights for marketing strategies.
• Help manage social media accounts, including content scheduling, monitoring engagement, and responding to inquiries.
• Assist in organizing and coordinating marketing events and promotional activities.
• Track and report on the performance of marketing initiatives, gathering data and compiling basic reports.
• Provide administrative support to the marketing team, including data entry, filing, and scheduling.
• Liaise with internal departments and external vendors as needed for marketing projects.
• Assist in managing marketing collateral inventory and distribution.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in marketing and the FMCG sector.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.
• Previous internship or entry-level experience in marketing or a related field is preferred.
• A strong interest in the FMCG industry and marketing principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Basic understanding of social media platforms and digital marketing concepts.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Enthusiastic, proactive, and eager to learn.
• Must be able to commute to our office in Upington, Northern Cape for hybrid working requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary and potential for annual increases.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering a balance between office and remote work.
• Opportunities for comprehensive training and professional development in marketing.
• Exposure to diverse marketing activities within the FMCG sector.
• Contribution to medical aid and provident fund.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.