Marketing and Communications Officer

Marketing and Communication Officer:

A leading mobility company is seeking a detail-oriented, thorough, and organised Marketing and Communications Administrator to join their growing team. Applicants must have at least four years marketing and communications’ experience working in a business-to-business company. The applicant will be responsible for developing, executing, and managing the marketing and communication strategy. The applicant must possess a strong work ethic, an ability to be proactive and to work well with colleagues, as well as independently. The Marketing and Communications Administrator will report directly to the Managing Executive responsible for marketing and communication.                                                                  

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement communication and brand strategies

• Work closely with management, staff and external vendors

• Conduct research for sales/ marketing purposes

• Ensure all messaging aligns with key business strategies

• Manage and work closely with advertising/PR/digital agencies and marketing departments of key vendors

• Brainstorm and collaborate with teams for new ideas and strategies

• Develop and co-ordinate budgets, deadlines, objectives, and schedules

• Plan and oversee the design, content, and production of marketing materials

• Develop strategies for current and existing products, launches, & promotions

• Identify media and press opportunities with the PR agency

• Have a good understanding and experience of online and social media including Google AdWords, Google Remarketing and LinkedIn

• Assist to manage website and other digital platforms

• Assist to develop high-quality content for press releases and social media,  

• Assist with and manage exhibitions, events websites, newsletters and other distribution channels

• Ability to prepare reports, analysis, budget controls etc.

• Manage internal and client communication

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in marketing, PR, communication, business, or related field

• Minimum 4 years of experience in communications, PR, or related field

• Experience with technologies and best practices for campaigns across multiple platforms

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to multitask and monitor several projects and accounts on a daily basis

• Ability to work well under pressure and manage time effectively

• Ability to take initiative to develop new strategies and outside-the-box ideas

• Excellent media relations skills

• Ability to work independently or in a team

• Own transport and be prepared to travel occasionally to manage exhibitions or visit regional offices

Salary - up to R400 kpa 

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