20 Creative Writing jobs in South Africa

INTRODUCTION The North-West University invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the following position, which forms part of the New Generation of Academics Programme (n GAP) of the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET). Preference will be given to applications from black (African, Coloured and Indian), female and disabled candidates. Applicants must be SA citizens and 40 years or younger of age. The n GAP represents the ninth phase of the Staffing South African Universities Framework (SSAUF), which the Minister of Higher Education and Training approved at the start of 2015 as an initiative to improve the academic staffing capacity of South African universities. The programme aims at addressing the urgent and challenging imperative to recruit, support and retain black (African, Coloured and Indian), female academic and disabled staff to address the under-representation at all levels in the sector. It is a key vehicle to contribute to the transformation of the academic staff profile in disciplines of greatest need. n GAP employees will participate in a six-year developmental programme in terms of which they will be employed on a permanent full-time basis at the NWU under the University's normal conditions of service. They will be expected to register for and complete their doctoral studies, participate successfully in the DHET's Staffing South Africa's Universities Development Programme, and work under the supervision of an appointed mentor. In order to achieve the developmental aims of the programme, n GAP employees will have a reduced teaching load over the first four years of their appointment. They will be expected to work for an additional two years at NWU after the completion of the six-year developmental programme. Applicants should have a master's degree with an academic average of 70% for the master’s degree, this is essential. Proof of results must be attached to the application. Duties & Responsibilities KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Teaching and Learning: Undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and learning Preparation of study guides and subject material design/development Participation in Co-supervision opportunities within the subject group. Preference will be given to candidates who can supervise creative writing projects in Sesotho. General Module Administration Research: Completing a Ph D in a relevant field within 4 years of appointment. Peer-reviewing research articles and scholarly book contributions. Co-operation in subject group projects in creative writing and research. Management and University service: Fulfilling management tasks and duties in service of the university, as they arise. Involvement in subject group, school and faculty specific committees. Community Engagement: Participate in individual community projects and school projects. Desired Experience & Qualification MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: An MA degree (NQF level 9) in an applicable field, including but not limited to Creative Writing, Literature in African Languages, or English Literature. The master’s degree must be achieved with an average of 70% or above. Please attach proof of results in your application. Applicants must be SA citizens and 40 years or younger of age. CV to provide clear evidence of creative publication outputs appropriate to the level of lecturer. Languages Competence in Sesotho or Setswana. RECOMMENDATIONS: A minimum of 1 year academic experience in a Creative Writing/Literature Studies context (teaching assistant, part-time lecturer etc.) Membership of relevant societies (i.e. African language and/or English literary/writers’ societies). KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES: Excellent communication skills in English and Sesotho. Excellent level of computer literacy, including MS Office. Experience in using Learning Management Systems. Successful creative writing published by recognised publishers. Relevant research and/or creative outputs. KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: Excellent administrative and organising abilities. Ability and willingness to work as part of a team. Ability to self-motivate and work independently. CLOSING DATE: 26 April 2024 PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website. Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered. The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Overview

Islamic Relief South Africa (IRSA) is a member of Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW), a UK based international relief and development charity, which aims to alleviate the suffering of the world’s poorest people.

Position Identification

Position Title: Content Writer

Organization: Islamic Relief South Africa

Location: Cape Town, South Africa

Contract: One-year fixed contract

Reports to: Content Creation Coordinator

Purpose of Position

• To craft compelling written content that captures the heart of Islamic Relief South Africa’s work
• To develop long and shortform copy for PR and Media, web pages, feedback reports, and other digital platforms
• The copywriter plays a key role in storytelling, public relations, and strategic messaging to drive awareness, fundraising, and impact

Key Responsibilities

The specific details of a copywriter will include:

• Website content
• Write, edit, and update website copy, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and SEO best practices.
• Create written content for campaigns, project pages, and emergency appeals.
• Collaborate with the web development and digital marketing teams to ensure user-friendly, accessible, and engaging language.

PR & Media Writing

• Draft press releases, media statements, op-eds, and interview talking points.
• Support media outreach efforts by creating strong, newsworthy narratives.
• Assist in preparing briefing documents, speech notes, and Q&As for events or interviews.

Storytelling & Case Studies

• Develop human-interest stories from the field, transforming programme data into inspiring content.
• Collaborate with programmes and fundraising teams to identify impactful stories and testimonials.
• Write case studies, success stories, and donor engagement pieces for reports and external communication.

Reports & Publications

• Contribute written content to donor reports, annual reports, and corporate publications.
• Ensure written materials are well-structured, accurate, and aligned with Islamic Relief’s tone and values.
• Proofread and edit content from other departments for consistency and clarity.

Social Media & Email Copy

• Support content for social media captions, carousels, and campaign messaging.
• Assist in writing donor journey emails, newsletters, and calls to action.
• Help maintain a consistent voice across platforms and content types.

Internal Communications

• Assist in drafting internal newsletters, campaign updates, and messaging toolkits.
• Work closely with the communications and fundraising teams to ensure consistency across internal and external written content.

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Public Relations, OR equivalent experience
• At least 2–3 years of experience in copywriting or editorial roles, preferably in the non-profit or development sector
• Demonstrated portfolio of written work, including web content, reports, and PR materials

Skills & Knowledge Required

• Strong copywriting, editing, and proofreading skills
• Strong understanding of storytelling for non-profit and humanitarian audiences
• Ability to adapt tone and style for different platforms (e.g., reports vs. social media)
• Familiarity with SEO principles and digital best practices are an advantage
• Experience in copywriting relating to journalism, PR, or related areas
• Able to manage multiple deadlines and work efficiently under pressure
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and within a team
• A genuine passion for storytelling using visual tools
• Committed to Islamic Relief’s values, upholding the highest standards in conduct and journalistic and ethical standards
• Creative and inspiring thinker keen to share and implement ideas for impactful communications and able to overcome setbacks and motivate others
• Self-motivated, self-sufficient in day-to-day working and confident in solving problems with the ability to rapidly adapt to changing situations and priorities
• Willingness to occasionally work unsociable hours, including some weekends, to respond to urgent needs such as unfolding humanitarian emergencies
• Willingness and ability to travel to Islamic Relief family and field offices in South Africa and around the world, and potentially to disaster zones, in order to gather content
• Strong emotional intelligence and resilience, and able to maintain composure – acting in a calm and measured way, in difficult situations
• A strategic mindset, focused on results and continuous improvement

Key Islamic Relief Qualities Required

• It is essential that the post holder shows a good understanding and sympathy with Islamic values and principles as well as commitment to IR’s vision and mission as per below:
• Excellence (Ihsan): Our actions in tackling poverty are marked by excellence in our operations and conduct which are deserving of the people we serve.
• Sincerity (Ikhlas): In responding to poverty and suffering our efforts are driven by sincerity to God and the need to fulfil our obligations to humanity
• Social Justice (Adl): Our work is founded on enabling people and institutions to fulfil the rights of the poor and vulnerable. We work to empower the dispossessed towards realising their God-given human potential and developing their capabilities and resources.
• Compassion (Rahma): We believe the protection and well-being of every life is of paramount importance and we shall join with other humanitarian actors to act as one in responding to suffering brought on by disasters, poverty and injustice.
• Custodianship (Amana) : We uphold our duty of custodianship over the earth, its resources and the trust people place in us as humanitarian and development practitioners to be transparent and accountable.

Dearest applicant, kindly consider the following:

If the requirements of the application as above, is not met, we will consider the application as incomplete and this will therefore not be accepted. Please consider your application as unsuccessful if you are not contacted within a month after the closing date.

Over and above operational requirements Islamic Relief South Africa will take into account the country’s and organizational employment equity imperatives.

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Who are we

UpGuards mission is to protect the worlds data. We obsessively seek out elegant robust ways to enable our customers to find acknowledge and remediate cyber risk. With UpGuard organizations leverage our security expertise and software to automate what was once laborious spreadsheet-driven processeswhether its monitoring the attack surface of hundreds of vendors or assessing the security of their own infrastructure. UpGuard is used by some of the worlds largest fastest-growing and most innovative companies.

The Marketing team at UpGuard includes multiple marketing and design functions including Product Marketing Demand Gen Marketing Ops Content Marketing SEO Community Design and Video. UpGuards vision is to become a leader in the markets we play in (Cyber VRM Attack Surface Management) by providing a best-in-class SaaS platform for organizations to manage their third-party risk and external attack surface. Our purpose as a Marketing team is to facilitate this goal by growing UpGuard with a repeatable and scalable marketing engine and a leading brand.

Where does this role fit in

This role is integral to UpGuards marketing and communication efforts acting as a bridge between complex cybersecurity concepts and their diverse audience. Youll be responsible for creating a wide range of engaging and informative content from blog posts with our Growth team to product materials with our Product Marketing Team. Youll work closely with various internal teams to ensure content accuracy and strategic alignment ultimately helping businesses understand and protect themselves from cyber threats.

What will you accomplish

• Researching complex cybersecurity topics threats and technologies.
• Writing and editing various content formats including blog posts articles white papers case studies website copy social media updates and technical documentation.
• Translating technical cybersecurity jargon into clear concise and engaging language for different audiences.
• Ensuring the accuracy relevance and adherence to industry standards and brand guidelines in all content.
• Optimising content for search engines (SEO) using relevant keywords.
• Contributing to the development of content strategies and planning content calendars.
• Interviewing cybersecurity experts and collaborating with product engineering and marketing teams.
• Reviewing and updating existing content to ensure accuracy and relevance.
• Collecting data composing reports and potentially contributing to developing or improving cybersecurity policies.
• Understanding and addressing the information needs of end-users.

What will you bring

A Bachelors degree in IT Cybersecurity Computer Science Communications Journalism English or a related field is preferred.

Proven experience in technical writing or content writing ideally within the technology or cybersecurity domain.

Strong understanding of common cybersecurity threats vulnerabilities and attack vectors (e.g. malware phishing ransomware).

Knowledge of cybersecurity technologies tools and best practices (e.g. firewalls encryption multi-factor authentication).

Familiarity with relevant cybersecurity frameworks standards and compliance regulations including South Africas POPIA.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with impeccable grammar punctuation and spelling.

Ability to tailor writing style and tone to suit different target audiences.

Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex information.

Familiarity with SEO principles and content optimization techniques.

Proficiency in word processing tools (e.g. Google Docs Microsoft Word).

Experience with technical writing software or content management systems is desirable.

Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team remote environment.

What will give you an edge

Deep understanding or interest in the cybersecurity landscape.

Demonstrating a proven track record in translating highly technical cybersecurity jargon into clear accessible language for various audiences.

Solid grasp of SEO principles and the ability to contribute to content strategy.

Whats in it for you

Monthly Lifestyle subsidy : Our employees use this for financial physical and mental well-being

WFH set-up allowance : To ensure you have the right environment to work in we will help you get set up within your first 3 months at UpGuard

Generous Compensation : The base salary for this role is between and (ZAR). Compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location level job-related knowledge skills and experience.

1500 USD annual Learning & Development allowance : To support your career development all team members will be able to expense development opportunities against this allowance

Generous Annual Leave / PTO allowances : Time to recharge your batteries

18 weeks paid Parental Leave : Irrespective of parenting role

Personal Leave Allowance : This includes sick & carers leave

Fully remote working environment : While we have physical offices in Sydney & Hobart we do not mandate compulsory attendance

Top-spec hardware : All team members will be provided with top-spec laptops for their roles

Generative AI subsidy : UpGuard provides paid subscriptions for all team members to access generative AI tools to support their work

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UpGuard is a Certified Great Place to Work in the US Australia UK and India establishing its position as a leading global technology employer. 99% of team members agree that UpGuard is a great place to work apply now to find out why!

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender perception or identity national origin age marital status protected veteran status or disability status.

For applications to positions in the United States please note at this time we can only support hiring in the following US states : CA MD MA IL OR WA CO TX FL PA LA MO or DC .

Before starting work with us you will need to undertake a national police history check and reference checks. Also please note that at this time we cannot support candidates requiring visa sponsorship or relocation.

Key Skills

Content Management Systems,Enterprise Software,HR Sourcing,Information Architecture,Technical Writing,User Research,Adobe Captivate,Copywriting,Figma,Content Strategy,Taxonomy,Writing Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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Our client is a B2B content marketing agency. They work with businesses from around the world creating and repurposing content helping them to reach new audiences and grow. They’re an innovative, fast-growing agency, offering an exciting opportunity for the right person.

They’re looking to appoint a full-time Content Writer to join their team to help their ambitious plans to scale-up and grow over the next few years. The role is fully-remote and full-time.

Your Role

As a Content Writer you would be responsible for writing high quality content to tight deadlines. Content will be both long- and short-form across various media – blog posts, podcasts, emails, YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram… etc.

A key aspect of the role involves consuming their client’s content - e.g. podcast episodes, webinars, reports, event content - then developing a content plan.

The plan will include edit notes for their creative team, picking out the best bits for social media, and creating written content based on their original piece of content. This may involve writing a blog post based on a podcast episode, drawing up social media copy for a video, or writing a storyboard for an image carousel…and lots more interesting things!

You will also be responsible for liaising and collaborating with their creative and content management teams.

The job requires exceptional ability to adjust style and tone - you will be working with a wide range of clients from around the globe. You will be incorporating SEO best-practice into written content where appropriate and utilising AI to improve processes and enable creativity.

The position offers a great opportunity to immerse yourself in the exciting world of content marketing.

The role is perfect for you if you have:

• A genuine love of content marketing – you read newsletters, listen to podcasts and read blogs about content marketing. it’s a world that you immerse yourself in and stay updated on

• Exceptional writing skills – specifically for B2B and for both long-form and short form (mainly LinkedIn)

• Skills in utilising AI and a love to find creative and innovative ways to incorporate AI into content marketing processes – whilst understanding the risks and pitfalls of AI as well

• Understanding of the best writing practices on the main social media channels

• Strong attention to detail

• Outstanding time management skills; able to work to tight deadlines and multi-task

• Experience or desire to work independently in a virtual team

• The ability to take direction constructively

• A creative eye and the ability to bring new ideas to the table – we strive to constantly innovate/improve and we want to work with people who share our passion

Your experience needs to include:

• A minimum of two years professional experience as a content writer – specifically B2B

• Experience with working for a content agency

• When it comes to social media platforms, we're particularly keen on meeting writers who are experienced with LinkedIn

• Experience in content repurposing - consuming content in one format (blog, podcast, video…) and turning it into new written content (social posts, articles, etc)

UK hours

For this position you will be asked to undertake a short writing trial. Please only apply if you are willing to do the trial.

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Our client is a B2 B content marketing agency. They work with businesses from around the world creating and repurposing content helping them to reach new audiences and grow. They’re an innovative, fast-growing agency, offering an exciting opportunity for the right person. They’re looking to appoint a full-time Content Writer to join their team to help their ambitious plans to scale-up and grow over the next few years. The role is fully-remote and full-time. Your Role As a Content Writer you would be responsible for writing high quality content to tight deadlines. Content will be both long- and short-form across various media – blog posts, podcasts, emails, You Tube, Linked In, Instagram… etc. A key aspect of the role involves consuming their client’s content - e.g. podcast episodes, webinars, reports, event content - then developing a content plan. The plan will include edit notes for their creative team, picking out the best bits for social media, and creating written content based on their original piece of content. This may involve writing a blog post based on a podcast episode, drawing up social media copy for a video, or writing a storyboard for an image carousel…and lots more interesting things! You will also be responsible for liaising and collaborating with their creative and content management teams. The job requires exceptional ability to adjust style and tone - you will be working with a wide range of clients from around the globe. You will be incorporating SEO best-practice into written content where appropriate and utilising AI to improve processes and enable creativity. The position offers a great opportunity to immerse yourself in the exciting world of content marketing. The role is perfect for you if you have: A genuine love of content marketing – you read newsletters, listen to podcasts and read blogs about content marketing. it’s a world that you immerse yourself in and stay updated on Exceptional writing skills – specifically for B2 B and for both long-form and short form (mainly Linked In) Skills in utilising AI and a love to find creative and innovative ways to incorporate AI into content marketing processes – whilst understanding the risks and pitfalls of AI as well Understanding of the best writing practices on the main social media channels Strong attention to detail Outstanding time management skills; able to work to tight deadlines and multi-task Experience or desire to work independently in a virtual team The ability to take direction constructively A creative eye and the ability to bring new ideas to the table – we strive to constantly innovate/improve and we want to work with people who share our passion Your experience needs to include: A minimum of two years professional experience as a content writer – specifically B2 B Experience with working for a content agency When it comes to social media platforms, we're particularly keen on meeting writers who are experienced with Linked In Experience in content repurposing - consuming content in one format (blog, podcast, video…) and turning it into new written content (social posts, articles, etc) UK hoursFor this position you will be asked to undertake a short writing trial. Please only apply if you are willing to do the trial. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Our client is a B2B content marketing agency. They work with businesses from around the world creating and repurposing content helping them to reach new audiences and grow. They’re an innovative, fast-growing agency, offering an exciting opportunity for the right person. 

They’re looking to appoint a full-time Content Writer to join their team to help their ambitious plans to scale-up and grow over the next few years. The role is fully-remote and full-time.

Your Role

As a Content Writer you would be responsible for writing high quality content to tight deadlines. Content will be both long- and short-form across various media – blog posts, podcasts, emails, YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram… etc.

A key aspect of the role involves consuming their client’s content - e.g. podcast episodes, webinars, reports, event content - then developing a content plan.

The plan will include edit notes for their creative team, picking out the best bits for social media, and creating written content based on their original piece of content. This may involve writing a blog post based on a podcast episode, drawing up social media copy for a video, or writing a storyboard for an image carousel…and lots more interesting things!

You will also be responsible for liaising and collaborating with their creative and content management teams. 

The job requires exceptional ability to adjust style and tone - you will be working with a wide range of clients from around the globe. You will be incorporating SEO best-practice into written content where appropriate and utilising AI to improve processes and enable creativity.

The position offers a great opportunity to immerse yourself in the exciting world of content marketing.

The role is perfect for you if you have:

• A genuine love of content marketing – you read newsletters, listen to podcasts and read blogs about content marketing. it’s a world that you immerse yourself in and stay updated on

• Exceptional writing skills – specifically for B2B and for both long-form and short form (mainly LinkedIn)

• Skills in utilising AI and a love to find creative and innovative ways to incorporate AI into content marketing processes – whilst understanding the risks and pitfalls of AI as well

• Understanding of the best writing practices on the main social media channels

• Strong attention to detail

• Outstanding time management skills; able to work to tight deadlines and multi-task

• Experience or desire to work independently in a virtual team

• The ability to take direction constructively

• A creative eye and the ability to bring new ideas to the table – we strive to constantly innovate/improve and we want to work with people who share our passion

Jobs for Humanity is partnering with Skills Academy to build an inclusive and just employment ecosystem. Therefore, we prioritize individuals coming from all walks of life.

Company Name: Skills Academy

We are looking for an experienced and skilled SEO Content Writer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a knack for creating engaging, high-quality content that is optimized for search engines. You will play a critical role in improving our website's visibility and driving organic traffic.

Job Purpose

The purpose of the SEO Content Writer position is to drive organic traffic to our website by creating engaging, high-quality content optimized for search engines. The job holder is also expected to analyze performance metrics in order to refine our content strategy and improve our site visibility.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Create engaging, high-quality content optimized for search engines
• Improve website visibility and drive organic traffic
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of SEO principles and keyword research
• Analyze performance metrics to refine content
• Ensure content meets both user needs and search engine requirements
  
  

Required Qualifications

• SEO content writing
• Content optimization
• Website visibility improvement
• Organic traffic generation
• Understanding of SEO principles
• Proficiency in keyword research
• Developed content strategy skills
• Exceptional writing skills
• Superb editing skills
• Ability to analyze performance metrics

Seniority level

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type Full-time

Job function

• Job function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
• Industries Non-profit Organizations

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Overview

Gamdom is home to thousands of betting options for both sports and casino players. Since 2016, we have been growing to provide more than just casino games and sports betting events to enjoy; with us, you can enjoy unique bonuses and earn massive rewards simultaneously. Discover all the rewarding features Gamdom can offer you below.

Gamdom is hiring a Long-Form Content Writer with deep expertise in both casino and sports betting content. This is a dual-discipline role focused 90% on blogs, static pages, long-form guides, and evergreen ebooks designed to educate, convert, and rank.

This isn’t a surface-level content gig. We’re looking for a strategic writer who thrives on creating engaging, SEO-driven material across multiple formats—and who understands the unique user intent behind iGaming search traffic.

You’ll collaborate with SEO, design, and localization partners to produce content that speaks to global audiences while maintaining brand voice and commercial impact.

Responsibilities

Long-Form Content Creation

• Write and optimise long-form blog posts across both casino and sports verticals
• Create in-depth evergreen static pages (e.g., how-to bet guides, game explainers, bonus terms breakdowns)
• Research and write slot reviews, highlighting mechanics, features, RTPs, and promos
• Refresh older content to align with evolving SEO / product strategy
• Suggest and brief visual assets for banners, blog imagery, and guide visuals
• Collaborate with SEO to identify keyword gaps, seasonal trends, and conversion goals

Localisation & Translation Management

• Work with regional translators to localise web content
• Maintain brand tone and strategic intent across geos and languages

SEO & Content Strategy Alignment

• Follow detailed SEO briefs with correct keyword integration, structure, and schema
• Conduct SERP analysis and competitive audits
• Coordinate with SEO and product teams on optimisations and quarterly roadmap goals

Requirements

• 3–5 years writing long-form SEO content for casino + sports betting brands or affiliates
• Strong portfolio of ranked, high-performing content across blogs, evergreen pages, and product explainers
• Experience using SEO tools (Ahrefs, Surfer, SEMrush, etc.)
• Deep understanding of online casino games (slots, table games) and sportsbook markets
• Proven track record collaborating across SEO, creative, and localisation teams
• Ability to manage multiple content pipelines, meet deadlines, and adapt tone as needed
• Sharp editorial eye with strong grammar and formatting instincts

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of crypto gambling or blockchain-enabled betting features
• Global content experience across EN, LATAM, or EU markets
• Experience reporting on content performance using tools like Google Analytics

Portfolio Submission Requirement

Please submit 3–5 content samples showcasing your ability to write across both casino and sports betting content types. These can include:

• Game or slot reviews
• Sports event previews or strategy guides
• Long-form, evergreen, or static page examples
• Educational or “how-to” betting articles

Why Join Gamdom?

At Gamdom, your content will directly shape how players discover, trust, and interact with our platform. We’re growing fast, and this role is key to owning the long-form SEO strategy across two major verticals.

• Remote-first team with flexibility
• Fast-paced, collaborative marketing environment
• Strong support from SEO, design, and localisation teams
• Clear performance metrics and content success tracking

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Overview

We are seeking an exceptional SEO Content Writer with a flair for producing in-depth, high-quality WordPress blog articles that are not only SEO optimized but also rank well on Google. Specializing in the outsourcing and venture capital sectors, this role demands a candidate who brings a wealth of knowledge on these topics and the ability to write content that embodies Google's E-E-A-T (Expertise, Authoritativeness, Trustworthiness) principles. The successful candidate will master every aspect of SEO optimization for articles, utilizing tools like Ahrefs to ensure content not only meets but exceeds industry standards. This is a remote, work-from-home position in South Africa.

Base pay range

$9.00/hr - $9.60/hr

Salary: ZAR 3000 Monthly

Key Responsibilities

• Expert-Level Blog Writing: Craft in-depth, authoritative blog articles focused on the outsourcing and venture capital industries. Content should engage readers and provide deep insights, analysis, and information that demonstrates subject-matter expertise.
• SEO Mastery: Implement advanced SEO strategies to help articles achieve high Google rankings, including keyword research, meta tag and description optimization, and strategic linking.
• Utilization of Ahrefs: Use Ahrefs for keyword research and competitive analysis to guide content strategy and address gaps in the competitive landscape.
• Demonstration of E-E-A-T: Produce well-researched, factually accurate content that reflects the latest industry trends and builds trust with the audience.
• Content Strategy Development: Collaborate with the marketing team to develop a content calendar aligned with business goals, focusing on topics in outsourcing and venture capital.
• Performance Monitoring: Track and analyze published content performance and adjust SEO strategies accordingly.

Job Requirements

• Proven Expertise: A strong portfolio of published articles that rank highly on Google in outsourcing and venture capital domains, demonstrating adherence to Google's E-E-A-T guidelines.
• Experience with SurferSEO is required; experience with Outranking.io is a plus.
• SEO Proficiency: In-depth knowledge of SEO practices and hands-on experience with tools like Ahrefs for keyword research, site audits, and content optimization.
• Industry Knowledge: Solid understanding of outsourcing and venture capital, with the ability to translate complex concepts into accessible content.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and execute a content strategy to enhance brand visibility, engagement, and authority.
• Analytical Skills: Capability to analyze content performance metrics and optimize future content.
• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Marketing, or related field; preference for candidates with SEO/content marketing certifications.
• Exceptional Writing Skills: Strong writing, editing, and proofreading abilities with attention to detail.
• Strong Computer/Internet connection: Ability to contribute to influential brands through SEO-optimized content.

Benefits

• Work from home
• Access to diverse projects
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Collaboration with diverse teams
• No commute time
• No dress code (unless there’s a meeting!)
• Eco-friendly work lifestyle
• Exposure to a multicultural team
• Potential for long-term engagement
• Improved work-life balance

About 1840 & Company

1840 & Company is a global leader in Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) and remote talent solutions, dedicated to propelling businesses forward through our comprehensive suite of services. We specialize in connecting companies with world-class freelance professionals and delivering top-tier outsourcing services across over 150 countries worldwide.

Our mission is to empower growth for forward-thinking businesses, bridging skill or resource gaps with our vetted talent pool. We foster an environment where exceptional individuals can achieve an optimal work-life balance, working remotely from any location, while maximizing professional growth and earning potential.

We are headquartered in Overland Park, KS, USA with service delivery facilities in the Philippines, India, Ukraine, South Africa and Argentina. Visit to learn more about us. To explore career opportunities, please visit our dedicated jobs portal at jobs.1840andco.com.

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