Marketing Co-ordinator

We’re on the hunt for a passionate Marketing Coordinator to join our dynamic Southern Africa marketing team! If you’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and loves being the driving force behind successful marketing campaigns, this role is for you. As the Marketing Coordinator, you’ll provide essential administrative support to the team and manage the execution of both traditional and digital marketing initiatives. You’ll also play a key role in assisting the Head of Marketing with handling and uploading all invoices for the department.

Reporting directly to the Brand Manager, you’ll be the go-to person for ensuring marketing projects run smoothly and all marketing materials and documents are delivered on time. If you're ready to make an impact and grow in an innovative team, we want to hear from you!

Duties and Responsibilities (Include but are not limited to):

• Document campaign briefs, detailing objectives, target audience, messaging, channels, and KPIs.
• Collaborate with team members to create engaging campaign assets, such as ad creatives, landing pages, and social media content.
• Monitor campaign progress and make real-time adjustments to optimize performance.
• Produce post-campaign reports with a comprehensive analysis of key metrics, insights gained, ROI, and recommendations for improvement.
• Liaise with relevant Country Managers and stakeholders as required.
• Manage communication across various channels and platforms.
• Contribute ideas and input for the overall marketing strategy and tactics.
• Stay up-to-date with marketplace trends and developments.
• Assist the Brand Manager in the creative process as needed.
• Manage and upload all invoices for the marketing department, ensuring timely payments.
• Ensure all artwork files are current, accurately stored, and easily accessible.

Key Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years of experience in an administrative or marketing role (Essential)
• Relevant industry experience (Desirable)
• Understanding of core marketing principles (Essential)
• Knowledge of media and communication processes (Essential)
• Familiarity with Mukuru products (Desirable)
• Social media knowledge (Essential)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent administrative and organizational abilities
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively
• Keen attention to detail and accuracy
• Knowledge of marketing principles (Essential)
• Knowledge of marketing & communication processes (Essential)
• Knowledge of online advertising platforms (Essential)
• Knowledge of social media (Essential)

Additional Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with digital marketing tools and platforms (e.g., social media management tools, CRM software)
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and prioritize effectively
• A proactive mindset with strong problem-solving skills
• Basic analytical skills to interpret campaign performance metrics

Should you be appointed in a remote/work from home role at Mukuru, it is your responsibility to ensure that you have uninterrupted internet connectivity and a ‘work-like’ environment at your home location, in order to deliver your best in terms of performance, productivity and service to our customers.

If you do not receive any response after two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

NB: ALL STAFF APPOINTMENTS WILL BE MADE WITH DUE CONSIDERATION OF THE COMPANY’S DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION PLANS.