Marketing Assistant

Hr Genie; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Marketing Assistant to support the marketing team in various projects. This role involves assisting in the creation of marketing materials, conducting market research, and managing social media platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a Bachelor's degree in Marketing or a related field. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, collaborating with creative professionals and contributing to exciting marketing initiatives. If you are passionate about marketing and eager to learn, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic marketing principles required.

Responsibilities

• Support the marketing team in daily tasks and content creation.
• Conduct market research and maintain social media platforms.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Analytical Skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Graphic Design Software

Job description

Collaborate with the Marketing Manager on various projects.

POSITION INFO :

Job Title : Marketing Assistant

Location :

Job Type :

Permanent, expected to work Full-Time hours

Primary Industry :

Marketing, Advertising and PR

Secondary Industry :

Media, New Media and Creative

Job Duties :

• Support the marketing team in daily administrative tasks
• Assist in the creation of marketing materials and content
• Conduct market research and analyse consumer rating reports / questionnaires
• Help maintain social media platforms and respond to customer inquiries
• Collaborate with the marketing manager on various projects

Required Qualifications :

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
• Basic knowledge of marketing principles

Education :

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related field

Experience :

Previous experience in a marketing role is desirable but not essential

Knowledge and Skills :

• Understanding of social media platforms and content creation
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data

Preferred Qualifications :

• Professional certification in Marketing
• Experience with graphic design software

Working Conditions :

This role will primarily be office-based with some occasional travel for events or meetings. Standard office hours are expected, with occasional overtime during busy periods.