Digital Media Analytics Specialist | Electoral Commission of South Africa
Job Location : South Africa,
Deadline : January 16, 2026
About the Role
The Analytics Specialist drives strategic excellence by managing high-RPM digital performance data and ensuring 100% compliance with electoral communication standards. Utilizing AWS for scalable analytics and HubSpot for orchestration, the specialist mitigates operational risk in national outreach. Their role is critical for leveraging data-driven insights to optimize voter engagement and ensure the technical reliability of democratic communication platforms.
- As the IEC expands its digital communications for the 2026 LGE, we require a data intelligence specialist to measure, analyse, and optimise our performance across all platforms.
- Serving as the data hub for the entire Digital Communications team, you’ll provide critical insights that inform content strategy, campaign effectiveness, and voter engagement initiatives across our 800,000 followers.
Closing date Tuesday, 06 January 2026
Career Growth & Education
A degree in Statistics, Data Science, or Digital Marketing is required, with growth supported by mastering AI-driven analytics. Career progression leads toward Head of Analytics or Chief Data Officer roles within the public or private sectors. Pursuing specialized bootcamps in digital economy leadership and obtaining professional certifications through global platforms provides a pathway to senior leadership in international software and research firms.
Salary & Financial Insight
Estimated monthly salaries range from R45,000 to R78,000, reflecting the high technical and strategic demand for data talent. Strategic financial planning should involve a focus on offshore investment diversification and professional tax planning to optimize long-term wealth growth.
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