Head of Marketing at Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd

About the position

Our client is seeking a self-driven, purpose-led Head of Marketing who is passionate about making a meaningful impact in South Africa.

• Leading and managing a Marketing Unit responsible for both online and offline direct marketing to voters .
  
• Managing paid media placements across media platforms.
  
• Conceptualising, writing and overseeing execution of marketing material.
  
• Defining and positioning the party’s brand, appropriate for winning votes in diverse markets in conjunction with relevant stakeholders.
  
• Developing and executing on marketing strategy in conjunction with relevant stakeholders.
  

Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification
  
• 3 years’ experience in a senior marketing-related role.
  
• Experience in copywriting and proofing content.
  
• Experience in social media management
  
• Experience in media buying..
  
• Computer literacy, particularly MS Office Suite.
  

Skills:

• Written and verbal communication.
  
• Leadership.
  
• Time management.
  
• Coordination and organisation.
  
• Administration and attention to detail.
  

Abilities:

• Identify and assess political risk.
  
• Manage internal and external stakeholders.
  
• Use initiative and work well in high-pressure situations.
  
• Be outcomes-orientated, not simply task-orientated.
  
• Work independently.
  
• Apply sound judgement.
  

Knowledge and commitment:

• A keen understanding of the political environment in South Africa.
  
• Commitment to the principles and policies. 
  
• Willingness to go the extra mile, which may include working long and irregular hours, weekends, and public holidays where necessary.
  

Desired Skills:

• Degree
• Marketing
• Senior

Desired Qualification Level:

• Degree

About The Employer:

We are passionate professionals driven to provide Payroll and HR solutions that deliver true business value to your organisation. 
Our proven track record and expertise will enable you to maximise your return on investment on any Sage Payroll & HR implementation. 

Partner with a Talent Team that suits your customised needs. Recruiting top talent is a powerful and reliable foundation of strength in any business. When partnered with the best recruitment team, it’s an opportunity for long-term growth, and can bring companies a competitive advantage in their industry. 

Red Ember Technology is a Certified Sage Platinum Business Partner, here to support any Sage client with the extra value-added services to complement and support their Sage products. 
The Red Ember Recruitment team has combined Payroll, HR and Finance industry-specific experience, customised to the Sage products, as well as vast experience supporting various other products and industries. 
Red Ember Recruitment can assist on any level of recruitment, from Interns to Executive placements, bulk recruitment, response handling, or specialised headhunting.

Employer & Job Benefits:

• None