Remote Digital Communications Specialist

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible working hours

Professional development budget for;在线

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Digital Communications Specialist to join a fully remote team in South Africa. You will craft and execute digital strategies, manage social media, and optimize content and campaigns to engage audiences and strengthen brand presence.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in digital communications, strong writing, and familiarity with SEO, CMS, and email marketing platforms. Remote-friendly, with flexible hours and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Digital Media, or a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to craft online content.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data for strategy.
• Proficiency with major social platforms and analytics tools.
• Experience with WordPress CMS and email marketing platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute digital communication strategies across social media, websites, and email.
• Create content for social channels (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn).
• Manage website content to be up-to-date, relevant, and SEO-friendly.
• Design and implement email marketing campaigns to nurture leads.
• Monitor social conversations and manage online community engagement.
• Analyze campaigns with Google Analytics and social insights; provide reports.
• Collaborate with marketing and design for consistent messaging.
• Stay current with digital marketing trends and technologies.
• Support development of online advertising campaigns.
• Address customer feedback and manage online reputation.

Skills

Written & verbal comms

Analytical skills

Remote work discipline

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Marketing/Digital Media

Tools

WordPress

Mailchimp

HubSpot

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in digital marketing and communications, is actively seeking a skilled Digital Communications Specialist to join their fully remote team. This role is perfect for a creative and tech-savvy individual passionate about leveraging digital channels to build brand presence and engage audiences. You will be responsible for developing and implementing dynamic digital communication strategies, managing social media platforms, creating engaging online content, and analyzing digital campaign performance. This position is entirely remote, offering significant flexibility to work from your preferred location within South Africa. You will be a key contributor to our client's online narrative, driving engagement and building brand loyalty through innovative digital tactics. We are looking for a self-starter who excels in a remote-first culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute digital communication strategies across various online platforms, including social media, websites, and email.
• Create, curate, and manage engaging content for social media channels (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn).
• Manage the company website's content, ensuring it is up-to-date, relevant, and SEO-friendly.
• Design and implement email marketing campaigns to nurture leads and engage existing customers.
• Monitor social media conversations, respond to comments and messages, and manage online community engagement.
• Analyze digital campaign performance using tools like Google Analytics and social media insights; provide regular reports.
• Collaborate with marketing and design teams to ensure brand consistency and cohesive messaging.
• Stay current with digital marketing trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.
• Support the development of online advertising campaigns.
• Manage online reputation and address any customer feedback or concerns promptly.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Digital Media, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in digital communications, social media management, or content marketing.
• Proven experience in developing and executing successful digital campaigns.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong ability to craft compelling online content.
• Proficiency in managing major social media platforms and associated analytics tools.
• Experience with website content management systems (CMS) like WordPress.
• Familiarity with SEO principles and best practices.
• Experience with email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, HubSpot).
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data to drive strategy.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently in a remote setting.

Benefits

• This is a fully remote position, offering the ultimate flexibility.
• Our client offers a competitive annual salary ranging from ZAR , commensurate with experience.
• Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, flexible working hours, and a dedicated professional development budget for online courses and certifications.
• You will be part of a dynamic and innovative company that values creativity and autonomy.
• This role provides the opportunity to shape digital strategies for a growing brand and to collaborate with a talented, geographically dispersed team.
• We believe in empowering our employees and fostering a supportive remote work environment.