Marketing and Communications Officer

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary with incentives

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a versatile Marketing and Communications Officer for the Upington area. You will develop engaging content, manage social media channels, and coordinate campaigns to boost brand visibility and audience engagement.

The role requires a creative problem-solver with excellent communication skills and a bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or related field. Hybrid work model and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of marketing or communications experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong copywriting and editing.
• Proficient with social media management tools and digital marketing analytics.
• Experience with content creation including graphics and video editing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated marketing and communications plans to meet business objectives.
• Create engaging content for website, social media, emails, and print materials.
• Grow and manage the company’s social media presence and engagement.
• Coordinate events, campaigns and promotional activities from concept to delivery.
• Monitor campaign performance and provide optimization insights.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external agencies for messaging and brand consistency.

Skills

Copywriting

Editing

Social media management

Digital marketing analytics

Content creation

Video editing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Communications/PR

Tools

Social media management tools

Digital marketing analytics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a versatile and proactive Marketing and Communications Officer to join their team in Upington . This role is instrumental in developing and executing marketing campaigns and communication strategies that enhance brand visibility and engagement. You will be responsible for creating compelling content, managing social media channels, and coordinating marketing initiatives to reach target audiences effectively. The ideal candidate is a creative problem-solver with excellent communication skills, eager to contribute to the company's growth in the scenic Northern Cape region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated marketing and communication plans to achieve business objectives.
• Create engaging content for various platforms, including website, social media, email newsletters, and print materials.
• Manage and grow the company's social media presence, fostering community engagement and brand interaction.
• Coordinate marketing events, campaigns, and promotional activities from conception to execution.
• Monitor and analyze marketing campaign performance, providing insights and recommendations for optimization.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external agencies to ensure brand consistency and effective messaging.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in marketing, communications, or a related role.
• Proven ability to develop and execute successful marketing campaigns and communication strategies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong copywriting and editing capabilities.
• Proficiency in social media management tools and digital marketing analytics.
• Experience with content creation (graphics, video editing is a plus).
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work model offering a blend of office collaboration and remote flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• Be part of a growing team in the unique setting of Upington , contributing to exciting projects.