Marketing Coordinator

Herotel Telecoms (Pty) Ltd; Giyani; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecom company in Giyani is seeking a Marketing Coordinator to oversee local marketing activities. The role involves brand activations and social media management, requiring 2-5 years of experience in marketing. An ideal candidate will be a team player with strong communication and problem-solving skills, willing to travel and work on weekends. This position offers a dynamic environment within a growing company.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years’ experience managing marketing needs for multiple branches.
• Willing and able to travel 2-3 times a month.
• Valid driver’s licence required.
• Willing to work on Saturdays at activations with Monday off.

Responsibilities

• Manage marketing activities aligning with national strategy.
• Create pop-up sales offices/information kiosks.
• Maintain local Facebook pages with relevant content.
• Ensure website contains latest coverage maps.
• Manage budget aligning marketing spend with targets.

Skills

Management of marketing needs for multiple branches

Problem-solving skills

Time management skills

Communication skills (written and verbal)

Ability to work quickly and under pressure

Team player

Education

Relevant qualification in marketing

Job description

Applications are invited for the Marketing Coordinator position to be based in Giyani.

Purpose of the role

The Marketing Coordinator is responsible for the management of local marketing in a specific Herotel Regional office.

Key performance areas include, but are not limited to:

• Ensures all marketing activities align with national marketing strategy. Majority of role involves brand activation (70‑80%) with supporting activities.
• Brand activations
  • Creates pop‑up sales offices / information kiosks while fibre projects are under construction.
  • Mobilises regional resources to staff kiosks, events, etc., ensuring proper training and appearance.
  • Finds or creates events for brand activation, aiming for brand awareness.
  • Generates awareness at sponsored events such as golf days, festivals, etc.
  • Conducts flyer drops and knocks on doors if required.
  • Identifies sponsorship opportunities and capitalises on them.
  • Provides fibre permission in‑field support.
  • Manages all activations in person, which requires working Saturdays with the following Monday off.
• Social media publishing
  • Maintains local Facebook pages, updating with relevant local content per digital strategy.
• Website map maintenance
  • Ensures the national website contains the latest coverage maps.
• Works closely with head office to identify long‑term brand awareness opportunities, including outdoor billboards, radio stations, and print media.
• Reporting
  • Manages budget, ensuring marketing spend aligns with fibre‑take‑up rate targets.

The successful candidate must have the following experience/skills

• 2 to 5 years’ experience managing marketing needs for multiple branches.
• Willing and able to travel at least 2‑3 times a month.
• Willing to work on Saturdays at activations as required; Monday will be granted off.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Ability to work quickly and under pressure.
• Problem‑solving skills.
• Time management skills.
• Team player.
• Communication skills (written and verbal).

Education requirements

• Relevant qualification in marketing is an advantage.

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