Marketing and Communications Officer

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work arrangement

Shape public perception

Professional development opportunities

Creative and supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative and strategic Marketing and Communications Officer in Paarl, South Africa, to elevate the non-profit's public profile. This hybrid role involves developing and implementing effective marketing and communication strategies, content creation, managing social media, and coordinating campaigns to engage diverse stakeholders.

You will work independently and with teams, handling website content, newsletters, press releases, and events.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in marketing, communications, or public relations, preferably within the non-profit sector.
• Excellent writing, editing, and content creation skills, with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in social media management, digital marketing tools, and content management systems.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience working in a hybrid environment, demonstrating adaptability and collaboration.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated marketing and communications plans to support organizational objectives.
• Create engaging content for various platforms, including websites, social media, newsletters, and press releases.
• Manage and grow the organization's social media presence across relevant channels.
• Coordinate the production of marketing materials, brochures, and annual reports.
• Monitor media coverage and respond to inquiries from the public and media outlets.
• Assist in the planning and execution of events and public awareness campaigns.

Skills

Marketing & Communications

Content creation

Social media management

Editing/writing

Project management

Hybrid work experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or related field

Tools

CMS

Digital marketing tools

Job description

Our client is seeking a creative and strategic Marketing and Communications Officer to enhance their public profile and engage their audience. This hybrid role, based in Paarl , involves developing and implementing effective marketing and communication strategies to support the organization's mission. You will be responsible for creating compelling content, managing social media platforms, and coordinating campaigns to reach diverse stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled communicator who can work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic non-profit setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated marketing and communications plans to support organizational objectives.
• Create engaging content for various platforms, including websites, social media, newsletters, and press releases.
• Manage and grow the organization's social media presence across relevant channels.
• Coordinate the production of marketing materials, brochures, and annual reports.
• Monitor media coverage and respond to inquiries from the public and media outlets.
• Assist in the planning and execution of events and public awareness campaigns.

Requirements

• Proven experience in marketing, communications, or public relations, preferably within the non-profit sector.
• Excellent writing, editing, and content creation skills, with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in social media management, digital marketing tools, and content management systems.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience working in a hybrid environment, demonstrating adaptability and collaboration.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering a blend of remote flexibility and in-office collaboration in Paarl .
• Opportunity to shape the public perception of a vital organization.
• Professional development opportunities and exposure to various marketing disciplines.
• A creative and supportive team environment.