Job purpose:

• Supports the Assistant Brand Manager in activating the brand through integrated programme plans driven by the marketing strategy of the IMC (Integrated Marketing Communications) and in line with key stakeholder projects.

Minimum Requirements:

• National Diploma in Marketing/Communication.
• A B-Tech in Marketing/Communication will be an added advantage.
• 3-5 years’ experience in marketing and communications organisations in an administrative capacity.

Key Performance Areas:

Mobilisation, activation and marketing support

• Supports the Assistant Brand Manager in the co-ordination and implementation of branding and marketing events and programmes.

 Planning and Organising

• Design and implement plans to market events and products.
• Plan and implement marketing and public relations programmes.

Stakeholder engagements

• Assist in reaching out and corresponding with identified strategic media, PR partnerships and other suppliers and stakeholders to participate in IMC key projects, campaigns and other initiatives.

Preparing reports

• Prepare reports in line with IMC requirements.

Required Technical Skills, Competencies and Attributes

• Working knowledge of all elements of the marketing and communications function, including market planning and development, customer and stakeholder relations and managing marketing partners.
• Knowledge of the broad political, legislative and economic arenas – locally and internationally, i.e. awareness as a global citizen.
• Advanced MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint).
• Excellent planning and organising skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Good business writing skills.
• Basic budgeting skills.
• Ability to engage with diverse stakeholders in a competent and confident manner.
• Service oriented.
• Output-driven.
• High ethical standards.
• Follow-through.