Senior Digital Communications Manager - Remote

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 720,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Remote work

Professional development

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Senior Digital Communications Manager to lead our client’s online voice. This fully remote role requires crafting and executing digital strategies across social, website, email, and ads, driving engagement, brand awareness, and community interaction.

You will rely on SEO, analytics, CMS, and content creation expertise to optimise performance. The ideal candidate is strategic, innovative, and able to manage complex campaigns from conception to completion

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in digital communications, social media management, or digital marketing.
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful digital communication strategies.
• Expertise in social media platforms, CMS, and email marketing tools.
• Strong understanding of SEO, SEM, and web analytics tools (Google Analytics).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in managing online advertising campaigns and optimizing their performance.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Strong analytical skills and data-driven thinking.
• Creative mindset with a passion for digital innovation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive digital communications strategy to align with brand objectives.
• Manage and create engaging content for all digital channels, including social media, blog, and website.
• Oversee the company's social media presence, growing followership and engagement.
• Implement SEO best practices to improve website visibility and search engine rankings.
• Develop and manage email marketing campaigns, ensuring effective communication with subscribers.
• Analyze digital campaign performance using analytics tools, providing insights and recommendations for optimisation.
• Stay abreast of the latest digital marketing trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Collaborate with marketing, design, and other teams to ensure cohesive brand messaging online.
• Manage online advertising campaigns, including budget allocation and performance tracking.
• Monitor online conversations and respond to comments and inquiries in a timely and professional manner.

Skills

Digital communications

Social media management

Digital marketing

Content creation

SEO

Analytics

Data-driven thinking

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or related field

Tools

CMS

Google Analytics

Email marketing tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Senior Digital Communications Manager to lead their online presence strategy. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute from anywhere while shaping the digital voice of a leading organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing cutting-edge digital communication strategies across all online platforms, including social media, website, email, and digital advertising. You will drive engagement, build brand awareness, and foster community interaction. This role demands a deep understanding of digital marketing trends, content creation, SEO, and analytics to optimise performance and achieve communication objectives. As a remote-first organisation, we champion a collaborative virtual culture where ideas are shared freely and innovation is encouraged. You will be instrumental in crafting compelling narratives that resonate with our target audience and enhance our client's online reputation. This position is ideal for a strategic thinker with a passion for digital storytelling and a proven ability to manage complex online campaigns from conception to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive digital communications strategy to align with brand objectives.
• Manage and create engaging content for all digital channels, including social media, blog, and website.
• Oversee the company's social media presence, growing followership and engagement.
• Implement SEO best practices to improve website visibility and search engine rankings.
• Develop and manage email marketing campaigns, ensuring effective communication with subscribers.
• Analyze digital campaign performance using analytics tools, providing insights and recommendations for optimisation.
• Stay abreast of the latest digital marketing trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Collaborate with marketing, design, and other teams to ensure cohesive brand messaging online.
• Manage online advertising campaigns, including budget allocation and performance tracking.
• Monitor online conversations and respond to comments and inquiries in a timely and professional manner.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in digital communications, social media management, or digital marketing.
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful digital communication strategies.
• Expertise in social media platforms, content management systems (CMS), and email marketing tools.
• Strong understanding of SEO, SEM, and web analytics tools ("e.g., Google Analytics").
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for creating engaging online content.
• Experience in managing online advertising campaigns and optimizing their performance.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Strong analytical skills and data-driven thinking.
• Creative mindset with a passion for digital innovation.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and performance incentives.
• A comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance.
• As a fully remote role, employees benefit from unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance.
• We invest in our employees' growth through access to online courses, industry certifications, and professional development programs.
• A retirement savings plan is available, with company contributions.
• Paid time off and holidays are generous.

Join our innovative and supportive remote team and shape the digital future from Pretoria, Gauteng, ZA.