Roodepoort: Marketing Assistant posted by ICTEngage

We are looking for a creative, driven, and detail-oriented Marketing Assistant to support our client’s marketing team in planning and executing day-to-day marketing activities. The ideal candidate is someone with 13 years of experience in marketing, digital content creation, campaign coordination, and administrative support. They should thrive in a fast-paced environment, show initiative, and be eager to develop their marketing career.

Key Responsibilities

Marketing Coordination

• Assist in the planning and execution of marketing campaigns across digital and traditional platforms.

• Coordinate project timelines, activities, and stakeholder feedback.

• Support marketing events, activations, and promotions (planning, logistics, and on-site assistance).

Content Creation & Digital Marketing

• Draft and schedule social media posts (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.).

• Assist with content creation for newsletters, website updates, digital assets, and blogs.

• Manage basic graphic design tasks using tools such as Canva or similar platforms.

Admin & Data Management

• Maintain and update marketing calendars, folders, campaign trackers, and reporting sheets.

• Prepare meeting notes, assist with budgeting admin, and maintain supplier/vendor records.

Campaign Performance & Reporting

• Track and monitor campaign results, social media analytics, and engagement.

• Compile monthly reports and insights for continuous improvement.

Brand Support

• Ensure brand consistency across all marketing materials and communications.

• Assist in proof-reading, editing, formatting, and quality checking marketing materials.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

• Creativity and a passion for marketing and digital media.

• Time management and strong admin/organizational abilities.

• Ability to take initiative, problem-solve, and work independently or as part of a team.

Technical Skills

• Experience with social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.).

• Basic graphic design and content creation (Canva, Adobe Creative Suiteadvantage).

• Experience using email marketing/CRM platforms (Mailchimp, HubSpot, or similar).

• Experience with Google Ads/Meta Ads or analyticsadvantage but not required.

• Proficiency in MS Office / Google Workspace (Excel/Sheets, Word/Docs, PowerPoint/Slides).

Qualifications

• Diploma or bachelors degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Marketing, or related field.

• 13 years working experience in a marketing role (internships included).

• Portfolio/references of past marketing work beneficial.