Work-Force
A Communications Officer position is being filled in Gqeberha. Suitable candidates from across Eastern Cape are invited to submit their applications for review.
Overview
The Communications Officer vacancy forms part of how the Gqeberha branch keeps performing. It pairs day-to-day delivery with longer-running priorities that keep the marketing jobs side of the business moving forward.
In addition, the organisation keeps reporting lines clean and expectations realistic. Performance is measured against a small, agreed set of metrics, and there are no surprise yardsticks for the Communications Officer taking on this position.
Tools, systems and information are there to support the role rather than slow it down. The company continues to invest in the technology that backs its Gqeberha teams, and the new Communications Officer will feel that from the first week.
About Gqeberha
Crucially, the role is based in Gqeberha, near the Mthatha regional service centre. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Gqeberha and the broader Eastern Cape region.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape.
Many candidates already living within reach of Gqeberha cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Eastern Cape economy.
What We Offer
Few roles let you see the impact of your work as quickly as this one. Every shift, project and decision in Gqeberha contributes to real outcomes for clients and colleagues across the marketing jobs space in Eastern Cape.
Notably, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.
Beyond that, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.
Diversity and Inclusion
Practically speaking, the organisation supports a respectful workplace. Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates across Eastern Cape, and recruitment is intended to be fair and transparent.
B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Gqeberha.
Key Responsibilities
- Track campaign performance against KPIs and produce monthly reports
- Manage brand assets, tone of voice and corporate identity guidelines
- Conduct market research and competitor analysis to inform positioning
- Ensure all marketing complies with POPIA and consumer protection codes
- Support sales teams with collateral, presentations and trade activations
Candidate Profile
- 2-4 years’ experience in a marketing or communications role
- Solid understanding of SEO and content marketing principles
- Comfortable creating short-form video and social media content
- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Marketing, Communications or related field
- Awareness of POPIA and consumer protection requirements
In addition, candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.