Junior Marketing Co-ordinator

Mirna Butler Recruitment; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client in the education sector is seeking a proactive Marketing Co-ordinator in Bloemfontein. The role blends sales, administration and marketing, with extensive travel to provinces and meetings with schools and stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will be energetic, self-motivated, well-presented, and fluent in Afrikaans and English. A marketing qualification is advantageous and a valid licence with own vehicle are essential for the travel requirements.

Qualifications

• Strong sales and administrative experience.
• Marketing qualification advantageous.
• Excellent communication in Afrikaans and English – essential.
• Valid driver’s licence and own vehicle.
• Willing to travel extensively outside Bloemfontein, including to various provinces.
• Comfortable with being away from home when required.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Professional, confident and well-presented.
• Energetic, self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Genuine passion for sales, marketing and the education sector advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist with and coordinate marketing activities and initiatives.
• Promote the organisation and its educational offerings to prospective clients and stakeholders.
• Generate new business opportunities and follow up on leads.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with schools, clients and other stakeholders.
• Conduct presentations, meetings and promotional activities where required.
• Provide excellent customer service and represent the organisation professionally.
• Handle administrative duties related to marketing and sales activities.
• Coordinate travel, appointments and marketing schedules.
• Attend events, exhibitions, school visits and other promotional activities.
• Provide regular feedback and reports on sales and marketing activities.
• Travel to various provinces as required.

Skills

Sales experience

Administrative experience

Marketing qualification

Afrikaans/English

Driver's license

Own vehicle

Willing travel

Time management

Organisational skills

Professional presentation

Self-motivated

Independent work

Education sector passion

Job description

Our client in the education industry is looking for an energetic, driven and people-oriented Marketing Co-ordinator to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong combination of sales, administration and marketing skills who enjoys working with people, building relationships and being out on the road.

Minimum Requirements

• Strong sales and administrative experience
• A marketing qualification will be advantageous
• Excellent communication skills in both Afrikaans and English – this is essential
• Valid driver's licence
• Own reliable vehicle
• Willing and able to travel extensively outside of Bloemfontein, including to various provinces
• Comfortable with being away from home when required
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Professional, confident and well-presented
• Must be highly energetic, self-motivated and able to work independently
• A genuine passion for sales, marketing and the education sector will be advantageous

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with and coordinate marketing activities and initiatives
• Promote the organisation and its educational offerings to prospective clients and stakeholders
• Generate new business opportunities and follow up on leads
• Build and maintain strong relationships with schools, clients and other relevant stakeholders
• Conduct presentations, meetings and promotional activities where required
• Provide excellent customer service and represent the organisation professionally
• Handle administrative duties related to marketing and sales activities
• Coordinate travel, appointments and marketing schedules
• Attend events, exhibitions, school visits and other promotional activities
• Provide regular feedback and reports on sales and marketing activities
• Travel to various provinces as required

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