Marketing Coordinator: PR & Brand

Ackermans; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a Marketing Coordinator to support launches and manage brand initiatives. You will assist in campaign execution, event planning, and influencer logistics. The ideal candidate has 2-3 years of experience in marketing, is organized, and capable of working independently in a fast-paced environment. A Matric qualification is required, with a National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Marketing as a plus.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience in a marketing coordinator role.
• Experience within a retail business environment preferred.
• Experience within a marketing agency environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the PR & Brand Manager with campaign execution.
• Manage coordination tasks, supplier liaison, and approvals.
• Support the planning and execution of brand events.
• Assist with influencer and media logistics.
• Independently manage smaller brand tasks and projects.

Skills

Effective communication

Relationship building

Resilience

Resourcefulness

Prioritization

Independence

Proactivity

Deadline driven

Flexibility

Microsoft Office proficiency

Time management

Attention to detail

Emotional maturity

Education

Matric

National Diploma / Bachelor's degree in Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Do you love crafting brand moments, managing moving parts and bringing campaigns to life? Join our PR & Brand team as a Marketing Coordinator.

You’ll support launches, events, partnerships, influencer logistics and day-to-day brand execution — and own smaller projects independently. If you’re organised, creative and ready to grow in a fast-paced marketing space, this could be your next step.

Key responsibilities:

Campaign & Brand Support

• Assist the PR & Brand Manager with hands‑on execution across campaigns, launches, partnerships and brand initiatives.
• Manage end‑to‑end coordination tasks including supplier liaison, brief management, tracking timelines, monitoring approvals and ensuring on‑time delivery.

Event Coordination

• Support the planning and execution of brand events.
• Coordinate guest lists, invitations, RSVPs and on‑the‑day logistics to ensure seamless brand experiences.

Influencer & Media Engagement

Assist with influencer and media logistics, including product drops, communications, tracking and relationship support.

Project Ownership

• Independently manage smaller brand tasks and projects, ensuring they are delivered accurately and on time.
• Take responsibility for operational follow‑through, helping free up senior capacity for strategic work.

Qualifications required:

Matric

A National Diploma / Bachelors degree in Marketing or similar will be an added advantage

Experience required:

Essential:

2-3years’ experience in a marketing coordinator role

Preferred:

• Experience within a retail business environment.
• Experience within a marketing agency environment.

Skills required:

Has the ability to:

• Communicate effectively both within, as well as outside the Company
• Build and maintain relationships
• Be resilient and maintain high levels of drive and initiative under pressure
• Be resourceful
• Prioritize
• Work independently, as well as being a team player
• Be proactive
• Be deadline driven
• Bel flexible and adapt to change
• Proficiency in the latest Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Sound planning, organizing and time management skills
• High energy levels to cope with constant deadlines
• High sense of integrity
• High sense of urgency
• Attention to detail
• Emotional maturity

Sound like you? Apply Now.