To ensure success, the Marketing and Communications assistant should be detail-oriented and have a solid understanding of MarComms best practices with an understanding of B2C and B2B markets. Top candidates must exhibit project management, strong problem-solving skills and a meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities:

• Administrative and logistic support to the head of the department and the Marketing and Communications team
• Assist with marketing and communications tactical activities
• Assist in implementing marketing plans that include print, broadcast and online content
• Assist in the creation of branded advertising campaigns, and support the marketing and communications team by coordinating and collating content
• Conduct market research to identify marketing opportunities and competitive landscape
• Assist with internal communications and events
• Assist in managing suppliers
• Preparation of reports and presentations
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information
• Assist Communications team to disseminate customer communications where necessary
• Provide administrative support
• B2B and B2C experience and understanding is a must

Minimum qualification and experience:

• Diploma in Marketing and or Communications
• Minimum 2 years’ in a marketing and communications environment
• Agency experience advantageous

Skills / abilities

• Critical thinker with strong problem-solving and research proficiencies
• Time management
• Ability to multitask
• Solid organisational skills and detail oriented
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

We reserve the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position. Whilst preference is given to existing employees at all times and the choice made is purely on merit, Historically Disadvantaged Candidates and Black Female Candidates are encouraged and supported in the FSG team.  Whilst black female candidates will be given priority as per our transformation policy subject to the above criteria.

Fidelity Services Group (Pty) Ltd supports global fair practice and business ethics on continuous development of our human capital as the key resource to our success in the markets in which we participate.

Should you not be contacted regarding this position within 10 working days from the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.