Marketing And Communications Manager

FEM; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

FEM seeks a Marketing and Communications Manager to enhance its business strategy through effective marketing initiatives. The candidate will lead a small team, manage projects, and drive engagement via internal communication and events, requiring substantial experience in marketing and events management.

Benefits

Competitive total cost to company remuneration

Good benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in a Marketing and Communications role.
• At least 3 years of experience in events management.
• 2 years in a management position.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage marketing and communication strategy.
• Collaborate on project management for marketing initiatives.
• Drive internal events and communication campaigns.

Skills

Public Relations

Digital Marketing

Social Media Campaigns

Events Management

Communication Skills

Networking

Business Development Mindset

Education

Degree in Marketing and Communications or related discipline

Job description

The Federated Employers Mutual Assurance Company (RF) Proprietary Limited (FEM) was established as a mutual insurer in 1936 and on the introduction of the Workmen’s Compensation Act 1941, was granted a license to continue to transact workmen’s compensation insurance for the building and construction industry. This insurance compensates employees or their dependents following an injury arising from an occupational accident and illness occasioned by industrial diseases. FEM’s operations are essentially confined to the insurance of employers in the building and construction industry against their liabilities under the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act 1993 (COIDA). FEM operates under license from the Minister of Employment and Labour and is also registered as a non-life insurer.

Applications are invited for a Marketing and Communications Manager position. Reporting to the Chief Business Development Officer, the overall objective of this position is to develop, implement, and manage FEM’s Marketing and Communication strategy and initiatives to ensure alignment to support the growth of FEM’s business strategy and the overall brand.

The successful candidate will be responsible for a small team and will collaborate with the management team to drive effective project management of marketing and communication related projects for FEM as well as facilitate the required market and commercial growth of the business through launching and creating new business partnerships. Furthermore, they will be responsible for managing FEM’s internal events and communication campaigns to drive engagement amongst FEM employees.

The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate a high degree of knowledge and experience in all aspects of marketing including public relations, digital and social media campaigns and events management. They should have a strong business development mindset and good networking and communication skills.

The minimum requirements of the position are a degree in Marketing and Communications or related discipline with a minimum of 5 years prior work experience in a Marketing and Communications or related role, 3 years’ experience in events management and at least 2 years’ experience in a management position. Prior experience within financial services will be an added advantage. Own transport with a valid driver’s license and good computer skills are further essential requirements for the position.

We have offices regionally in Cape Town, Durban and Johannesburg. This position will be located in Rosebank, Johannesburg.

In exchange for the candidate’s successful services, FEM offers a competitive total cost to company remuneration with good benefits.

Candidates are invited to submit a detailed CV by close of business on 07 July 2025.

Applications may not be considered if the minimum criteria of the position are not met. People with disabilities are welcome to apply. FEM promotes the principles of Employment Equity and the appointment of this candidate is at FEM's sole discretion.