Mid To Senior Programmatic Advertising Consultant Cape Town • Hybrid • 20.09.2025

Webrepublic; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital agency in Cape Town is seeking a Mid to Senior Programmatic Advertising Consultant. The role involves translating media strategies into actionable plans, optimizing digital campaigns, and collaborating within cross-functional teams. Candidates should have 3-4 years of experience in programmatic media buying, a relevant degree, and strong analytical skills. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and a competitive compensation package.

Benefits

Dynamic work environment

Opportunities for personal growth

Flexible work environment

Competitive compensation package

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of relevant work experience in programmatic media buying and ad server management.
• Fluent in English; knowledge of German is an advantage.
• Experience in paid Social Media operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Translate media strategy into platform-specific plans.
• Set up, optimize, and troubleshoot programmatic campaigns.
• Guide clients through different buying models and platforms.

Skills

Programmatic media buying

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Campaign optimization

Education

Higher Certificate, National Diploma, or Bachelor's Degree in relevant field

Job description

Overview

Over the last decade, Webrepublic has grown from an ambitious startup into Switzerland's leading digital agency.

More recently, Webrepublic has launched a subsidiary in South Africa to work hand‑in‑hand with our HQ in Switzerland.

Our team in Cape Town has grown and we are now looking for a Mid to Senior Programmatic Advertising Consultant to expand our local presence into a large‑scale operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate media strategy into platform‑specific plans, accurately evaluate suitable placements, and align with campaign objectives and audience targeting.
• Guide clients through the digital landscape, articulating pros and cons of different buying models, inventory types, and platforms.
• Independently and flawlessly set up, optimise, and troubleshoot programmatic campaigns across Display and Video on various platforms (Display & Video, Campaign Manager, Teads Ads Manager, etc.).
• Work collaboratively within cross‑functional teams, contributing to a positive and solution‑focused team culture.

Qualifications and Skills

• A Higher Certificate, National Diploma, or Bachelor's Degree from a recognised college or university in a relevant field such as marketing, communication, business, or a related field.
• At least 3‑4 years of relevant work experience in programmatic media buying and ad server management, with a passion for campaign implementation and execution.
• Proficient in identifying campaign‑level optimisation opportunities, conducting analyses, and generating insightful reports.
• Possess an independent and meticulous working style, a strong affinity for numbers and data, and exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience in paid Social Media operations or a willingness to develop skills in this field is an advantageous asset.
• Fluent in English; knowledge of German is a significant advantage.

What we offer

On our side, we offer a dynamic work environment fostering personal growth and development, opportunities to work on exciting projects with leading global brands, learning from Subject Matter Experts across all digital marketing disciplines, flat hierarchies and short decision paths, and being part of a young, dynamic, and international team.

Exposure to disciplines beyond your own skill set, a vibrant office space in Cape Town, a flexible work environment (hybrid work), and a very competitive compensation package.

Are you Interested?

We are looking forward to receiving your online application including your CV and references.

Webrepublic is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We will give preference to previously disadvantaged individuals.