Manager: Digital Product and Business Development

Joubert & Associates; Wellington; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A Christian Media Ministry is seeking a dynamic individual to manage and create innovative digital and print publications. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant postgraduate qualification, extensive experience in management and publishing, and strong skills in digital media, marketing, and leadership. Responsibilities include overseeing budgets, managing the Content Team, and developing digital strategies to enhance reach and impact.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in a managerial role.
• 5+ years of experience in a publication environment.
• In-depth knowledge of digital trends.

Responsibilities

• Strategically manage Bible Media’s publications.
• Develop and implement a digital strategy.
• Manage budgets and ensure financial sustainability.
• Oversee the Content Team.

Skills

Digital media knowledge

Marketing

Sales

Financial management

Leadership

Communication skills

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Negotiation skills

Education

Relevant postgraduate qualification

Job description

Bible Media is a Christian Media Ministry, producing and providing content to inspire the Christian Way. The organisation underwent a process of digital transformation and is currently building a more comprehensive digital footprint. A dynamic career opportunity currently exists for a self‑motivated and energetic individual to create and manage innovative digital and print publications in line with the organisation's purpose, while taking into account economic sustainability and the needs of the target market.

Responsibilities

• Strategic management and positioning of Bible Media’s publications and products (e.g. Lig, Kerkbode, Jeugfokus, Bybelkor, etc.)
• Development and implementation of a digital strategy that expands, compliments and supports the reach and impact of Bible Media’s content
• Research, market development and product innovation in order to stay up to date with customer needs and the relevance of existing publications
• Manage budgets of publications and digital products and ensure financial sustainability
• Personnel management of the Content Team
• Develop and manage integrated marketing and communication for all Bible Media’s products
• Building and maintaining partnerships with relevant organisations and groups (churches, synods, ministers, etc.)

Requirements

• Relevant postgraduate qualification
• In‑depth knowledge / experience of digital media, marketing, sales, and financial management
• Minimum of 10 years of experience on a managerial level
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a publication environment
• Knowledge of applicable legislation and digital trends
• Leadership and management skills
• Planned and systematic way of working
• Innovative thinking and ability to take initiative
• Strong decision‑making and problem‑solving abilities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Negotiation skills for long‑term relationships
• Effective and proactive administrative style
• Value‑driven and mission‑conscious person
• High level of emotional intelligence and adaptability (change management)
• Relationship‑oriented person who motivates and inspires clients and staff