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About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Digital Marketer to join our team, responsible for driving measurable results across various marketing channels. This in-house role requires someone who can thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment and turn ideas into tangible outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan, create (copy), schedule, and publish content for the company and all partner brands.
  • Manage monthly content calendars end-to-end.
  • Handle community management daily: DMs, comments, inboxes, audience engagement, and spam filtering.
  • Set up the company email ecosystem from scratch.
  • Build and maintain email lists for the company and partner brands.
  • Create and schedule multiple weekly newsletters per brand.
  • Manage all inbound enquiries and communication workflows.
  • Set up automation flows (welcome, nurture, abandoned cart, etc.).
  • Create and optimise lead gen funnels across Meta, Google, TikTok, and landing pages.
  • Build and manage full-funnel paid campaigns (Meta, Google, TikTok).
  • Manage budgets, pacing, targeting, and continuous optimisation.
  • Set up and maintain full tracking environments (GA4, Meta Pixel, TikTok Pixel, UTM systems).
  • Troubleshoot issues and ensure accurate performance data across all touchpoints.
  • Make updates and edits on WordPress and Shopify sites.
  • Support conversion flow improvements and integration across email, paid, and lead gen.
  • Liaise with developers for larger updates where needed.
  • Manage Google Business Profiles across all brands.
  • Post updates, respond to reviews, manage visibility.
  • Perform basic SEO updates (metadata, alt text, structure).
  • Produce monthly reports for each brand covering social, paid, email, website, and Google.
  • Extract insights and provide recommendations, not just raw data.
  • Monitor accounts daily and flag issues early (ad disapprovals, downtime, inbox spikes, etc.).
  • Maintain a central digital asset library, organised, structured, up to date.
  • Track trends, competitor movement, and algorithm updates.
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Requirements

  • 35 years of digital marketing experience (agency experience is a big plus)
  • Strong copywriting ability across platforms
  • Hands-on experience with: Meta Business Suite Google Ads TikTok Ads Manager Google Analytics (GA4) Email platforms (Klaviyo, Mailchimp, MailerLite, etc.) Shopify & WordPress
  • Excellent communication and reporting skills
  • Strong multitasking and organisational ability

Qualifications

  • Formal education/certifications not specified.

Salary & Benefits

Salary details not provided.

How to Apply

Click the green “Go Apply” button below to apply directly online with the employer.

About Marketing / advertising / PR Jobs in eThekwini

In eThekwini, the marketing, advertising, and public relations (PR) industry is a vibrant sector that drives innovation and growth for various sectors. Typically, job opportunities in this field are available across multiple industries, including financial services, technology, manufacturing, and tourism. Generally, professionals with expertise in these areas are in high demand to develop and implement effective marketing strategies.

When it comes to salary expectations, a broad range can be expected for marketing, advertising, and PR roles in eThekwini. Typically, salaries vary widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, industry sector, and specific job requirements. Generally, common salary ranges for these roles include R400 000 – R800 000 per annum for junior positions, R600 000 – R1 200 000 per annum for mid-level roles, and R900 000 – R2 000 000 per annum for senior positions. However, it’s essential to note that actual salaries can fluctuate significantly based on individual circumstances.

Common skills required for marketing, advertising, and PR professionals in eThekwini include a strong understanding of digital marketing, social media, content creation, crisis communications, stakeholder engagement, data analysis, and creative thinking. Typically, professionals with expertise in these areas are well-equipped to develop and implement effective marketing strategies that drive business growth.

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Industry sectors commonly employing marketing, advertising, and PR professionals include financial services, technology industry, manufacturing sector, tourism, and healthcare. Generally, these professionals play a crucial role in promoting products, services, and brand awareness across various channels.

For those looking to pursue careers in marketing, advertising, and PR, career development opportunities are vast. Typically, junior roles can progress to mid-level positions with increased responsibilities, while senior professionals may move into leadership or consulting roles. Common career progression paths include specializing in a particular industry or channel, taking on additional responsibilities, or pursuing further education and certifications.


This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.



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