Marketing Assistant (Maternity Cover)Fixed-Term Contract

Varsity College; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a Marketing Assistant for maternity cover. This role involves capturing and managing prospective student data, supporting the recruitment team during peak periods, and ensuring marketing materials are well-stocked. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational, communication, and data accuracy skills, along with a good command of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing student recruitment efforts and making a positive impact on the educational landscape. If you are passionate about marketing and education, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of administration experience is required.
• Matric is essential; relevant diploma/degree is recommended.

Responsibilities

• Capture prospective student information accurately for marketing reports.
• Support planning of events like open days and career fairs.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Data capturing accuracy

Problem Solving

Education

Matric

Relevant 3 year Diploma/Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Direct Reporting Line:
Head: Student Recruitment
Vega is an educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education (The IIE). The IIE enjoys the reputation of being at the forefront of private higher education in South Africa and is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) to provide higher education qualifications accredited by the Council on Higher Education (CHE).

The IIE's Vega, Durban Campus has a vacancy for a Marketing Assistant (Maternity Cover) Fixed-Term Contract.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Marketing Administration

• Accurate capturing of prospective student information, appointment forms and applications onto STASY and all applicable reports.
• Capturing all leads into the relevant campaigns (interest cards, Online applications, Online enquiries, walk-ins).
• Working co-operatively with the Head: Student Recruitment with respect to all database statistics for marketing reports i.e. (Presentation Trackers and all relevant sales reports).
• Responsible for all marketing stock and promotional materials.
• Ensuring that all interview rooms are stocked with appropriate marketing collateral.
• Assisting Students Advisors with all database administration and associated correspondence.
• Responsible for the integrity of data across all systems relating to the information for prospective students and applicants. Work closely with Sales Analyst to ensure reports balance and all information is accurately captured.

General Activities

• Provide support as needed for planning of events such as open days and career fairs etc.
• Calling to support the student recruitment team in peak periods, this includes database calling, as well as calling of interviews & applicants as required by the Head: Student Recruitment to support the Student Advisors.
• Any ad hoc duties as stipulated from time-to-time by the Head: Student Recruitment.

Competencies Required:

• Organisational and administration skills
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of accuracy required in both typing and data capturing
• Microsoft Office - with a focus on excel at an intermediate level
• Problem Solving

Minimum Educational Requirements:

• Matric is essential
• Relevant 3 year Diploma/ Degree is recommended however not essential

Minimum Work Experience Requirements:

• 1 - 2 years Administration experience.

Working Hours:

• Monday to Friday : 08:00 - 17:00

Salary:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Application Response:

• Due to the high volume of CVs received, please note that personal contact with all applicants may not be feasible. Only candidates whose qualifications and skills closely align with the position requirements will be contacted for interviews.

Technical Support:

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The IIE Varsity College, IIE Vega and IIE MSA are an Equal Opportunity Employer. However, preference may be given to previously underrepresented groups in accordance with the South African Employment Equity Act. The company reserves the right to close or place the vacancy on hold at any time, without prior notice.