Marketing Coordinator

Johannesburg, South Africa | Posted on 16 / 01 /

About Our Client: We are a fast-growing investment firm agency that specializes in supporting recruitment agencies in the UK. We offer support and tailored marketing solutions that help recruitment businesses grow and succeed. Our team thrives on creativity, collaboration, and results-driven strategies. We are seeking a talented and versatile Marketing Coordinator to join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional marketing services to our clients.

Job Description:

The Marketing Coordinator will be responsible for managing and executing a variety of marketing tasks, including administrative support, social media content creation and management, and graphic and video design. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and has a passion for creativity, organization, and digital marketing.

Responsibilities

1. Marketing Administration
   • Act as the main point of contact for administrative tasks within the marketing department.
   • Coordinate marketing projects, ensuring deadlines are met and deliverables are on track.
   • Maintain and update marketing calendars, including campaign schedules, content plans, and event timelines.
   • Compile and distribute performance reports for campaigns, social media, and other marketing activities.
   • Organize and manage digital marketing assets, ensuring they are stored appropriately and easily accessible.
2. Social Media Creation and Management
   • Develop and manage monthly schedules of engaging, audience-specific content for multiple social media platforms.
   • Work with Founders and the Graphic Designer for content and sign off each month.
   • Monitor social media channels for engagement opportunities, including responding to comments and messages in a timely and professional manner.
   • Conduct research to identify trending topics, hashtags, and platform updates to optimize performance.
   • Collaborate with team members to develop social media campaigns that align with client objectives.
3. Video and Graphic Design Support
   • Create visually appealing graphics for a variety of uses, including social media posts, advertisements, presentations, and print materials.
   • Assist in the creation and editing of video content, including promotional videos, client testimonials, and event highlights.
   • Ensure all content adheres to brand guidelines and maintains a consistent look and feel across all platforms.
   • Brainstorm creative ideas for campaigns, visual assets, and client projects.
4. General Marketing Support
   • Contribute to content creation efforts, including writing blog posts, newsletters, email campaigns, and case studies.
   • Assist with website updates using CMS platforms like WordPress.
   • Support the execution of marketing strategies for both internal projects and client campaigns.
   • Participate in brainstorming sessions to develop new ideas and improve existing strategies.

Requirements

1. Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
2. 1-3 years of experience in a marketing, social media, or design-focused role.
3. Experience working within or alongside the recruitment industry is a plus but not essential.
4. Technical Skills
   • Strong proficiency in social media platforms and management tools.
   • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, After Effects) or similar design tools.
   • Familiarity with video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro.
   • Experience using content management systems (e.g., WordPress, HubSpot).
   • Basic knowledge of email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, ActiveCampaign).
   • Ability to analyze performance metrics using tools like Google Analytics or social media insights.
5. Soft Skills
   • Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and time management skills.
   • Creative thinker with the ability to generate innovative ideas for campaigns and visuals.
   • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively interact with clients and team members.
   • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
   • Proactive, problem-solving attitude and a willingness to learn new skills.

What We Offer:

1. Opportunities for professional growth, training, and development.
2. Exposure to a variety of industries and marketing challenges.

Salary Range:

R20 - R25

Location:

Fully Remote

NB: Due to the high volume of applications, if you have not received a response from the Talent Acquisition team within 4 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.