159 Communication Manager jobs in South Africa

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Job Grade:20
Location: Johannesburg
Function: Commerce
Sub Function: Commerce - Marketing - Brand Management
Type of Contract: Permanent
Reference Number:
Closing Date: 01/10/2025

Purpose of the role:

This role involves developing and executing communication strategies that enhance our brand’s presence and engage our target audience effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Communication Planning: Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies that align with business objectives over a 3 year time horizon aligned to brand demand space.
• Content Creation: Oversee the creation, distribution, and maintenance of marketing materials, including brochures, press releases, website content, and social media posts.
• Creativity: Elevate standards on creativity, for more impact in the campaigns.
• Brand Management: Ensure consistent brand messaging across all communication channels and maintain a strong brand image. Be the guardian of the BIAB positioning
• Media Relations: Coordinate with public relations and media representatives to deliver marketing messages and manage media inquiries.
• Campaign Management: Plan and execute marketing campaigns, including product launches, events, and promotional activities.
• Performance Analysis: Monitor and evaluate the performance of communication programs and campaigns, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including sales, product development, and creative departments, to ensure cohesive marketing efforts.
• Implementation: Lead execution of multiple projects on the brand calendar, develop brand ideas into multi-platform assets and co-develop
• Budget Management: Manage the marketing communications budget and allocate resources effectively.

Education & Experience:

• A relevant and recognized Bachelor’s, Masters or Post-Graduate qualification in Commercial/Marketing
• 8+ years of experience in marketing communications, preferably in the alcohol or beverage industry.
• Strong understanding of marketing communication principles and best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven track record of managing successful marketing campaigns.
• Proficiency in digital marketing tools and platforms.
• Experience with social media management and content creation.
• Knowledge of the alcohol industry and its regulatory environment.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated experience developing a Big Brand Idea and executing it 360 in a Regional/Global Role. Ability to build a team of teams and demonstrate balance between global Vs local requirements.
• Strong agency management from brief to execution. Able to ensure that creativity thrives through a complex set of stakeholders.

The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. Heineken Beverages (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd) is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates and values inclusion and diversity. You must be fully eligible to live and work in South Africa to apply.

Eduvos is looking to employ a Strategic Communication Manager on a permanent basis at any of our National campuses.

Eduvos is looking to employ a Strategic Communication Manager on a permanent basis at any of our National campuses.

The Strategic Communication Manager is responsible for developing and implementing communication strategies that effectively convey the company's message to both internal and external audiences. This role involves crafting and managing communications that enhance customer experience, foster engagement, and maintain brand consistency. The Strategic Communication Manager will work closely with the Marketing Team, Student Affairs, Academics and other departments to ensure alignment and coherence in all communications.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

• Higher Education

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Anglo American - Johannesburg, Gauteng - and where necessary, briefings. Build a network of trusted relationships internally (subject matter experts and leaders) and externally (media and key opinion leaders) Identify and proactively manage matters of current and potential media interest (related primarily to corporate issues, business priorities, transformation, and sustainability performance) Flag and manages issues of interest within SA which may impact Anglo American as a business - political, economic, socio-economic. Strategically work. ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity and showing care and respect for people and the planet. That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies. As the custodians of coal and other precious natural resources - diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore and nickel - our extraordinary teams work safely. - Permanent - Full-time

Eduvos is looking to employ a Strategic Communication Manager on a permanent basis at any of our National campuses.

Type of role:

Permanent

Purpose of the role:

The Strategic Communication Manager is responsible for developing and implementing communication strategies that effectively convey the company's message to both internal and external audiences. This role involves crafting and managing communications that enhance customer experience, foster engagement, and maintain brand consistency. The Strategic Communication Manager will work closely with the Marketing Team, Student Affairs, Academics and other departments to ensure alignment and coherence in all communications.

Minimum qualifications required:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field

Minimum experience required:

• Proven experience in a communication or marketing role, preferably within a customer-focused environment.
• Experience in managing both internal and external communications.
• At least three years' experience in Higher Education industry
• At least 8-10 years in a at strategic communications role

• Develop and execute comprehensive communication plans for both internal and external audiences.
• Ensure alignment of communication strategies with overall marketing and business objectives.
• Manage crisis communications for the institution and ensure all stakeholders are informed.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of communication strategies and adjust as needed.
• Ensure all communications reflect the institution's brand values and identity.
• Maintain brand consistency across all communication channels and materials.
• Collaborate with the design team to produce visually appealing and brand-compliant content
• Track and analyze communication metrics to measure the impact and effectiveness of communication efforts.
• Provide regular reports to senior management on communication performance and insights.
• Use data-driven insights to continuously improve communication strategies and tactics.
• In partnership with Head of Marketing, drive PR strategy for Eduvos business.
• Measure and report on PR activities for Exec and board meetings.
• Manage all social media activity across all platforms (Meta, LinkedIn, Reddit, HelloPeter, Google).
• Measure and report on all social media performance.
• Oversee all community complaints and implement resolution tactics.
• Create and manage engaging content for various channels, including customer journeys, mailers, newsletters, flyers, posters, and internal communications.
• Ensure all content is on-brand, consistent in style, quality, and tone of voice.
• Oversee the production of marketing materials and communication tools
• Develop and implement internal communication plans to keep staff informed and engaged.
• Coordinate with HR and other departments to communicate company news, updates, and initiatives.
• Foster a culture of open communication and collaboration within the organization
• Develop and implement internal communication plans to keep students and their sponsors/parents informed and engaged throughout the academic lifecycle.
• Deliver messages across multiple platforms including mailers and customer journeys.
• Work closely with the marketing team to support integrated marketing campaigns and initiatives.
• Partner with other departments to align communication efforts with overall business goals.
• In partnership with Head of Marketing, lead on all crisis communication including drafting of key communications.
• Measure and report on impact of crisis to company's reputation in market.
• Responsible for engaging with and communicating effectively with a variety of stakeholders to ensure alignment, collaboration, and the successful execution of marketing and sales strategies.
  Responsible for engaging with CEO, Executive and Eduvos on company communication strategy.

Functional competencies:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in communication tools and platforms, including CRM. Experience in Microsoft Dynamics preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and experience with communication metrics and reporting.

Behavioural competencies:

• Leadership
• initiative and responsibiity
• Constructive teamwork
• Effective communication (verbal and written)
• Analysis and judgement / problem solving
• Innovative and change / continuous learning
• Systematic approach (planning and organising)
• Strategic thinking
• Detail orientated with a commitment to quality and accuracy
• Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Detail orientated with a strong focus on quality and accuracy

We Go Places How about you?
Job Grade: 20

Location: Johannesburg

Function: Commerce

Sub Function: Commerce - Marketing - Brand Management

Type of Contract: Permanent

Reference Number:

Closing Date: 01/10/2025

Purpose Of The Role
This role involves developing and executing communication strategies that enhance our brand's presence and engage our target audience effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Communication Planning: Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies that align with business objectives over a 3 year time horizon aligned to brand demand space.
• Content Creation: Oversee the creation, distribution, and maintenance of marketing materials, including brochures, press releases, website content, and social media posts.
• Creativity: Elevate standards on creativity, for more impact in the campaigns.
• Brand Management: Ensure consistent brand messaging across all communication channels and maintain a strong brand image. Be the guardian of the BIAB positioning
• Media Relations: Coordinate with public relations and media representatives to deliver marketing messages and manage media inquiries.
• Campaign Management: Plan and execute marketing campaigns, including product launches, events, and promotional activities.
• Performance Analysis: Monitor and evaluate the performance of communication programs and campaigns, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including sales, product development, and creative departments, to ensure cohesive marketing efforts.
• Implementation: Lead execution of multiple projects on the brand calendar, develop brand ideas into multi-platform assets and co-develop
• Budget Management: Manage the marketing communications budget and allocate resources effectively.

Education & Experience

• A relevant and recognized Bachelor's, Masters or Post-Graduate qualification in Commercial/Marketing
• 8+ years of experience in marketing communications, preferably in the alcohol or beverage industry.
• Strong understanding of marketing communication principles and best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven track record of managing successful marketing campaigns.
• Proficiency in digital marketing tools and platforms.
• Experience with social media management and content creation.
• Knowledge of the alcohol industry and its regulatory environment.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated experience developing a Big Brand Idea and executing it 360 in a Regional/Global Role. Ability to build a team of teams and demonstrate balance between global Vs local requirements.
• Strong agency management from brief to execution. Able to ensure that creativity thrives through a complex set of stakeholders.

The Company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. Heineken Beverages (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd) is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates and values inclusion and diversity. You must be fully eligible to live and work in South Africa to apply.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS (DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES) :

• Proven history with Brand Management, Digital Marketing and Advertising as well as Marketing Communications to build brand and brand awareness.
• Experienced in creation of marketing and social media campaigns and strategies, including budget planning, content ideation, and implementation schedules.
• To ensure brand consistency in marketing and social media messages by working with various department members, including operations, product managers, and Exco team
• Collects client data, analyses interactions, and visits, plus uses this information to create comprehensive reports and improve future social media strategies and campaigns.
• Reports progress to senior management
• Grows and expands company social media presence into new social media platforms, plus increases presence on existing platforms including Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube
• Research and monitors activity of organization competitors
• Uncover consumer insights and deliver innovative marketing campaigns.
• Measure and report performance of all marketing and product launch campaigns and assess ROI and KPIs
• Manage all company social media content strategies.
• Establish and maintain brand budgets.

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS & EXPERIENCE :

• Degree in marketing or related field
• 3-5 years proven track record in brand management, brand marketing, marketing management.
• Experience in identifying target audiences and devising effective campaigns.
• Digital marketing activities / strategies
• Strong knowledge of Web / Google Analytics
• Strong project management capabilities
• Sound knowledge of prevailing procedures and techniques in e-commerce
• A strong understanding of the DIRECT SELLING INDUSTRY and social media content management / marketing
• Experience in loyalty and rewards advantageous
• Digital Marketing and E-commerce methodologies

Role Purpose

The Events & Communication Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and managing all corporate, dealer, and public-facing events, as well as ensuring consistent brand communication across channels. This role will drive the visibility of the Changan brand in South Africa, create impactful experiences, and safeguard a unified voice in all messaging. The position is central to brand building, launch execution, and ongoing engagement with stakeholders, dealers, media, and customers

Events Management

• Develop and manage an annual events calendar, aligned with brand and sales objectives.
• Lead the planning and execution of all corporate, dealer, media, customer, and government events (e.g., launch events, dealer openings, test drive activations, sponsorships).
• Oversee end-to-end event logistics: venue sourcing, supplier/agency management, contracts, permits, catering, staging, AV, décor, hospitality, transport, and guest experience.
• Manage budgets for all events, ensuring cost-efficiency and return on investment.
• Ensure events meet global Changan CI standards and project a world-class image equal to legacy brands (Toyota, VW, Audi).
• Monitor event KPIs: attendance, media coverage, customer engagement, ROI reports.

Communications Management

• Own the brand voice in South Africa: ensure all internal and external communication aligns with brand positioning (Reliability You Expect. Innovation You Deserve.).
• Develop and manage communication plans for product launches, dealer activities, aftersales campaigns, fleet initiatives, and corporate affairs.
• Write, edit, and oversee the production of press releases, newsletters, speeches, web content, and social media content.
• Manage media relationships (print, TV, radio, online, influencers) and ensure regular proactive engagement.
• Provide crisis communication support, ensuring timely, clear, and consistent responses.
• Maintain alignment between dealer communications, national advertising campaigns, and corporate messaging.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as communication bridge with dealers, agencies, media, government, and industry bodies.
• Support executive communications: prepare talking points, briefing packs, presentations, speeches.
• Drive employee engagement through internal newsletters, announcements, and events.

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, PR, or Event Management (postgraduate an advantage).
• Minimum 7+ years’ experience in brand communications, events, or PR (automotive or FMCG industry preferred).
• Proven track record in managing large-scale events and launch activations.
• Strong understanding of South African media landscape and influencer ecosystems.
• Excellent writing, editing, and presentation skills.
• Experience managing agencies, vendors, and budgets.
• Fluency in English required; proficiency in additional SA languages an advantage.

• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to deliver under pressure, with strict deadlines.
• Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
• Creative thinker with an eye for detail and brand consistency.
• Self-driven, with high levels of initiative and accountability.
• Comfortable operating in a start-up / new market entry environment.

Role Purpose

The Events & Communication Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and managing all corporate, dealer, and public-facing events, as well as ensuring consistent brand communication across channels. This role will drive the visibility of the Changan brand in South Africa, create impactful experiences, and safeguard a unified voice in all messaging. The position is central to brand building, launch execution, and ongoing engagement with stakeholders, dealers, media, and customers

Key Responsibilities

Events Management

• Develop and manage an annual events calendar, aligned with brand and sales objectives.
• Lead the planning and execution of all corporate, dealer, media, customer, and government events (e.g., launch events, dealer openings, test drive activations, sponsorships).
• Oversee end-to-end event logistics: venue sourcing, supplier/agency management, contracts, permits, catering, staging, AV, décor, hospitality, transport, and guest experience.
• Manage budgets for all events, ensuring cost-efficiency and return on investment.
• Ensure events meet global Changan CI standards and project a world-class image equal to legacy brands (Toyota, VW, Audi).
• Monitor event KPIs: attendance, media coverage, customer engagement, ROI reports.

Communications Management

• Own the brand voice in South Africa: ensure all internal and external communication aligns with brand positioning (Reliability You Expect. Innovation You Deserve.).
• Develop and manage communication plans for product launches, dealer activities, aftersales campaigns, fleet initiatives, and corporate affairs.
• Write, edit, and oversee the production of press releases, newsletters, speeches, web content, and social media content.
• Manage media relationships (print, TV, radio, online, influencers) and ensure regular proactive engagement.
• Provide crisis communication support, ensuring timely, clear, and consistent responses.
• Maintain alignment between dealer communications, national advertising campaigns, and corporate messaging.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as communication bridge with dealers, agencies, media, government, and industry bodies.
• Support executive communications: prepare talking points, briefing packs, presentations, speeches.
• Drive employee engagement through internal newsletters, announcements, and events.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, PR, or Event Management (postgraduate an advantage).
• Minimum 7+ years' experience in brand communications, events, or PR (automotive or FMCG industry preferred).
• Proven track record in managing large-scale events and launch activations.
• Strong understanding of South African media landscape and influencer ecosystems.
• Excellent writing, editing, and presentation skills.
• Experience managing agencies, vendors, and budgets.
• Fluency in English required; proficiency in additional SA languages an advantage.

Key Competencies

• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to deliver under pressure, with strict deadlines.
• Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
• Creative thinker with an eye for detail and brand consistency.
• Self-driven, with high levels of initiative and accountability.
• Comfortable operating in a start-up / new market entry environment.

Job Overview

Business Segment: Personal & Private Banking

Location: ZA, GP, Johannesburg, 5 Simmonds Street

Job Type: Full-time

Job Ref ID: A-0001

Date Posted: 10/15/2025

Job Description

To drive positive employee engagement through the delivery of relevant and impactful internal marketing and communication, enabling the execution of effective business strategies and results by partnering with assigned business units to plan, scope and deliver impactful internal marketing and communication solutions. The role requires strategic thinking, creativity and strong stakeholder management to ensure consistent, engaging and aligned messaging across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement internal communication strategies and campaigns that enhance employee engagement and support business objectives.

Partner with business units and senior leaders to deliver clear, consistent and aligned messaging across all internal channels.

Manage and optimise digital and traditional communication platforms, ensuring timely, relevant and brand-aligned content delivery.

Measure the effectiveness of communication initiatives and provide insights to drive continuous improvement and innovation.

Qualifications

Degree in Communication or Marketing (required).

Postgraduate Degree in Communication or Marketing (preferred).

Experience Required:

5–7 years' experience in Communication, Marketing, Public Relations or Journalism, with a proven track record of delivering impactful internal communication initiatives.

Demonstrated ability to plan, develop and manage strategic communication projects from concept to execution, ensuring quality and timeliness.

Strong experience in stakeholder management, content development, digital communication platforms and employee engagement strategies.

Proven ability to interpret business strategy and translate it into engaging internal narratives that inform, inspire and connect employees across all levels.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

Articulating Information, Convincing People

Developing Strategies, Generating Ideas

Embracing Change, Thinking Positively

Establishing Rapport, Team Working

Making Decisions, Providing Insights

Checking Things, Producing Output

Technical Competencies:

Building the Brand, Developing Marketing Insights

Conducting Research, Target Audience Engagement

Crisis Communication, Employee Marketing and Communication

Platform Management, Write Effective Communications

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