Sports Marketing Coordinator (Polokwane)

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Mentorship from experienced marketing

Networking opportunities

Pension fund contribution

Annual leave days

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Sports Marketing Coordinator to support campaigns for sporting property marketing in Polokwane. This hybrid role blends remote work with on-site engagement, ideal for an early-career marketer eager to grow in sports marketing.

You will develop marketing plans, manage social media, create content, assist event promotion, and collaborate with the team to boost fan engagement and ticket sales in the local market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or related field.
• 0-2 years of marketing experience, preferably in sports.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and content creation tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Enthusiasm for sports and a desire to work in the sports industry.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and executing marketing plans for sports events and teams.
• Manage and grow social media accounts; create engaging content.
• Write marketing copy for websites, social media, and email newsletters.
• Support planning and execution of promotional events.
• Coordinate with sponsors and partners on marketing initiatives.
• Track campaign performance; report on analytics.
• Create marketing collateral and reports.
• Conduct market research to identify trends.
• Maintain marketing contact databases.
• Provide administrative support to the marketing department.

Skills

Social media

Content creation

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

MS Office

Marketing basics

Sports passion

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Communications

Tools

Canva

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and organized Sports Marketing Coordinator to support marketing initiatives for various sporting properties and events in Polokwane . This hybrid role combines remote work flexibility with essential on-site engagement, allowing for effective campaign planning and execution. You will assist in the development and implementation of marketing strategies, manage social media channels, create engaging content, and support event promotion. The ideal candidate has a passion for sports, excellent communication skills, and a foundational understanding of marketing principles. You will work closely with the Marketing Manager and other team members to drive brand awareness, fan engagement, and ticket sales. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career marketing professional to gain hands‑on experience in the dynamic sports industry within Polokwane . We are looking for a proactive individual eager to learn and contribute to successful marketing campaigns.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of marketing plans and campaigns for sports events and teams.
• Manage and grow social media accounts, creating engaging content and interacting with followers.
• Develop and write marketing copy for various platforms, including websites, social media, and email newsletters.
• Support the planning and execution of promotional events and activities.
• Coordinate with internal teams, sponsors, and external partners on marketing initiatives.
• Track and report on marketing campaign performance, including social media analytics and website traffic.
• Assist in the creation of marketing collateral, presentations, and reports.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
• Maintain databases for marketing contacts and media lists.
• Provide administrative support to the marketing department as needed.
• Monitor brand reputation and respond to inquiries on social media platforms.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
• 0-2 years of experience in marketing, preferably with an interest or experience in sports.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and content creation tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Basic understanding of marketing principles and digital marketing concepts.
• Enthusiasm for sports and a desire to work in the sports industry.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and also independently.
• Experience with graphic design software (e.g., Canva, Adobe Photoshop) is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of ZAR.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering a mix of remote and on-site duties.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in sports marketing in Polokwane .
• Be part of an exciting and fast-paced industry.
• Mentorship from experienced marketing professionals.
• Networking opportunities within the local sports community.
• Contribution to impactful marketing campaigns.
• Access to company events and team-building activities.
• Pension fund contribution.
• Annual leave days.