Marketing Communications Specialist

Placements24; George; Sur place; ZAR 350 000 - 550 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary and benefits

Professional development and training

Creative and collaborative marketing 팀

Résumé du poste

WhatJobs Direct in George, Western Cape, is seeking a Marketing Communications Specialist to craft clear messaging and drive brand awareness across digital channels, press materials, and internal communications. You will develop integrated plans, manage social media, edit content, collaborate with marketing and sales teams, and monitor results to optimize campaigns.

The role demands a Bachelor's degree and 2–4 years’ experience with CMS and Canva.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in marketing communications, content creation, or public relations.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong portfolio showcasing diverse communication materials.
• Proficiency in social media platforms and content management systems (CMS).

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement integrated marketing communications plans.
• Write, edit, and proofread website content, blog posts, social media updates, email newsletters, brochures, and press releases.
• Manage the company's social media presence, creating engaging content and fostering community interaction.
• Coordinate the production of marketing collateral, ensuring brand consistency and quality.
• Assist in organizing and promoting company events and webinars.
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends, identifying opportunities for communication efforts.
• Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, sales, product) to ensure consistent messaging and brand alignment.
• Support the development and execution of public relations initiatives.
• Track and report on the effectiveness of communication campaigns.

Connaissances

Strong writing

CMS proficiency

Social media management

Editing and proofreading

Storytelling

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Communications

Outils

Canva

CMS (Content management systems)

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking a creative and articulate Marketing Communications Specialist to join their team in the beautiful city of George, Western Cape, ZA . This role is instrumental in developing and executing compelling communication strategies that enhance brand awareness, engage target audiences, and support marketing objectives. You will be responsible for crafting clear, concise, and persuasive messaging across various platforms, including digital channels, press releases, and internal communications. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional writing skills, a strong understanding of marketing principles, and a passion for storytelling. You will play a key role in shaping the narrative and reinforcing the brand identity of our client in the Western Cape region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated marketing communications plans.
• Write, edit, and proofread various marketing materials, including website content, blog posts, social media updates, email newsletters, brochures, and press releases.
• Manage the company's social media presence, creating engaging content and fostering community interaction.
• Coordinate the production of marketing collateral, ensuring brand consistency and quality.
• Assist in organizing and promoting company events and webinars.
• Monitor media coverage and industry trends, identifying opportunities for communication efforts.
• Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, sales, product) to ensure consistent messaging and brand alignment.
• Support the development and execution of public relations initiatives.
• Track and report on the effectiveness of communication campaigns.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in marketing communications, content creation, or public relations.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong portfolio showcasing diverse communication materials.
• Proficiency in social media platforms and content management systems (CMS).
• Experience with graphic design tools (e.g., Canva) is a plus.
• Strong understanding of marketing principles and communication strategies.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Highly organized with strong project management capabilities.
• Creative and proactive with a keen eye for detail.
• An interest in contributing to our client's presence in George, Western Cape, ZA .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to develop and implement impactful communication strategies.
• Be part of a creative and collaborative marketing team.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Work in a beautiful location in the Western Cape .
• Contribute directly to brand perception and market positioning for our client.
• Chance to grow within a supportive and dynamic company environment.