Marketing Coordinator

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive entry-level salary

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban is seeking an enthusiastic Marketing Coordinator to support a busy marketing team. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience across campaigns, collateral management, and administrative support in a dynamic environment by the coast of KwaZulu-Natal.

You will assist in planning and executing campaigns across digital, print, and events, manage social media, and help research market trends to uncover new opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field.
• Internship or entry-level marketing experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and basic marketing principles.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing marketing campaigns across channels.
• Coordinate production and distribution of marketing materials.
• Manage the company's social media presence and engagement.
• Provide administrative support including scheduling and filing.
• Conduct market trend research and competitive analysis.
• Assist with trade shows, conferences, and promotional events.

Skills

Social media

Marketing fundamentals

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Business/Communications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and organized Marketing Coordinator to support their marketing team based in Durban . This entry-level position is ideal for a motivated individual eager to learn and grow within the marketing field. You will assist in the execution of marketing campaigns, manage marketing collateral, and provide administrative support to the marketing department. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands‑on experience across various marketing disciplines in a dynamic and supportive environment located in the coastal city of KwaZulu‑Natal .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and execution of marketing campaigns across various channels, including digital, print, and events.
• Coordinate the production and distribution of marketing materials, ensuring timely delivery and brand consistency.
• Manage the company's social media presence, scheduling posts and engaging with followers.
• Provide administrative support to the marketing team, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and organizing files.
• Conduct research on market trends, competitor activities, and potential new marketing opportunities.
• Assist with the organization and execution of trade shows, conferences, and other promotional events.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field.
• Previous internship or entry-level experience in a marketing role is a plus.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and basic marketing principles.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary with potential for annual increases.
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