Marketing and Brand Manager

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Johannesburg seeks a Marketing and Brand Manager to oversee marketing strategies, manage social media, and develop branding initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, experience in marketing and brand management, and proficiency in relevant digital tools. This role demands creativity and proactive engagement in a competitive environment. Applications close on 8 October 2025.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a marketing, brand, and social media role.
• Strong understanding of marketing and brand management within a school.
• Proficient in computer tools such as MS Word and MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning and implementation of marketing strategies.
• Develop a social media strategy to increase engagement.
• Manage the school website and its brand identity.

Skills

Social media management

Marketing strategy

Content creation

Communication skills

Graphic design

Education

Tertiary qualification or equivalent

Matriculation (NQF4)

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Google Analytics

Meta Business Suite

Mailchimp

Hootsuite

Job description

Steyn City School, situated in the scenic and iconic Steyn City Parkland Residence in Johannesburg, offers a co-educational and independent education from Grade 000 to Grade 12.

If you know what it means to break the mould, set new standards, embrace change, and rejoice in creativity, then you belong with us!

A vacancy exists at Steyn City School for

Marketing and Brand Manager,

effective 1 December 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter. The successful candidate will be a dynamic and strategic individual who can manage internal and external marketing and brand strategies, develop compelling content, build and maintain interest in the school as the first school of choice in Gauteng as well as within the Steyn City Parkland Residence.

Responsibilities Include:

Marketing and Brand Management

• Oversee the planning, development, and implementation of internal and external marketing and brand strategies.
• Manage and protect the school’s brand identity across all platforms and communication channels (including but not limited to communications, apparel, uniform, publications, advertising, and the like).
• Manage the school website.
• Manage branded items for the school
• School signage
• Budget management
• Manage marketing events

Social Media

• Develop, implement and manage a social media strategy to increase engagement, reach, and enrolment inquiries across all relevant platforms.
• Track analytics and report on key performance metrics monthly
• Have a clear understanding of marketing and brand management within a school.
• Demonstrate strong skills in social media management and content creation (graphic design, video editing is a plus).
• Be proficient in tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, In-Design, Photoshop, etc.), Meta Business Suite, Hootsuite, Meltwater, Google Analytics, Mailchimp, etc.
• Be proactive, and be able to conduct with tact and diplomacy, as well as manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously
• Have an ability to work under pressure
• Have a clear understanding of the strategic and critical relationship between all aspects of the Marketing Department (admissions, marketing, communications, events, and alumni) as well as have an enthusiastic and welcoming approach to marketing the school both internally and externally
• Be a creative thinker with an eye for design and detail
• Be a highly effective communicator (verbally and written)
• Be a self-motivated individual interested in working in a highly competitive environment
• Have sound computer skills, particularly in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Forms
• Ability to work overtime as and when required
• Be willing to work within the values, ethos, and mission of the School as well as participate in the broader life of the school

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Matriculation (NQF4)
• Tertiary qualification or equivalent
• Previous experience in a marketing, brand, and social media role.
• Computer skills, particularly in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Forms
• Proficient in tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, In-Design, Photoshop, etc.), Meta Business Suite, Hootsuite, Meltwater, Google Analytics, Mailchimp, etc.

To apply, a detailed CV, along with a covering letter and the contact details of three referees, should be email [e-mail] . It is vital that the email identifies the position for which the application is intended in the subject bar.

The closing date for applications is 8 October 2025. Applications will be considered as soon as they are received, and interviews will be arranged for shortlisted candidates thereafter. Consequently, the position may be filled before the deadline date.

Steyn City School reserves the right not to make an appointment. An application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment, as only short-listed candidates will be interviewed.

Applicants are advised that if they have not been contacted after the closing date, it must be assumed that their application has been unsuccessful.

Any candidate working within a school is required to have a sexual offender’s clearance certificate as well as clearance against the Child Protection Registrar.

Steyn City School, its subsidiaries, or representatives may require access to your personal information when performing a mutually agreed business function or service. By supplying your information, you provide consent for its processing in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). For details about how we use, store, and protect your data, please review our Privacy Policy available at http://www.steyncityschools.co.za/documents/policies/SCS_Privacy_Notice.pdf

Closing Date

08/10/2025

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