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Communications & Marketing Strategy Expert - Jhb

Allied Talent Partners is a talent marketplace connecting experienced professionals with climate-related projects and businesses in Africa. The client is a philanthropic organization dedicated to addressing climate change and promoting sustainable development in Africa. They collaborate with governments, civil society, and the private sector to implement innovative solutions that foster low-carbon growth and climate resilience. By providing grants and advisory services, the client empowers vulnerable communities and influences policy through strategic priorities that include energy transitions, climate finance, and advocating for equitable reforms, ensuring a sustainable and inclusive future for the continent. The client is seeking a Communications and Marketing Expert who can work with one of its implementing partner organisations to lead that organisation’s narrative and messaging strategy, while guiding its effective implementation across traditional and digital media. The purpose of the assignment is to build a wide base of understanding of and support for the Just Energy Transition in South Africa– specifically for the implementation of the Just Energy Transition Investment Plan (JET IP).

• Direct Report: TBC
• Deliverables: Stakeholders analysis that will inform the communications strategy
• Develop a compelling communication strategy and narrative
• Develop and match specific messaging and platforms for different stakeholders
• Use evidence to support the validity of the recommended narrative and messages
• Develop methodology that can enable performance assessment of the communicated narrative / message
• Use technology-enabled mechanisms to track narrative performance
• Develop communications materials as needed (posts, talking points, speeches, blogs, visual branding, presentations, news briefs, etc.)
• Recommend speaking opportunities, produce events and products, toolkits and training required to drive the narrative

• Experience required: Leadership in national-scale campaign narrative development and execution
• Expertise in narrative development and experience developing sophisticated communications strategies, especially for high-level public interventions
• Knowledge and understanding of various narratives and messaging from South Africa’s Presidency office
• Understanding of the climate mitigation and JET IP implementation context in South Africa
• Experience in drafting compelling communications that can have traction with the general public and specifically targeted groups
• Technical requirements: Proven experience in narrative development, communications and senior advocacy
• Strong skills in workshop facilitation and presentation skills
• Proven experience in designing and managing both social media and mainstream communications campaigns
• Ability to draw insights from engagement with various stakeholders (government officers, policy makers, business, climate activists, trade unions, etc)
• Soft skills: Overall consulting toolkit and ability to independently drive a project
• Ability to engage with very senior management team, quickly ramp based on strategic direction, while completing all aspects of project execution
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to work with diverse stakeholders (government, business leaders, etc)
• Ability to gain buy-in from stakeholders
• Proven expertise in developing and communicating messaging that can influence policymakers
• Excellent presentation skills and ability to address diverse groups

• Location: Johannesburg (50% remote, 50% in office with the team)
• Understanding of South African political context to inform messaging and strategy building
• Required start date: January 2025
• Contracting period: 4-6 months
• Budget: TBC

Allied Talent Partners is a talent marketplace connecting experienced professionals and climate experts, locally and globally, to climate-related projects with non-government, private and public organisations, initially focused on Africa.

At 2U, we are all in on purpose. We are motivated by our mission – to eliminate the back row in education – and connected by our shared passion to deliver world-class digital education at scale. As the parent company of edX, the world's leading online learning platform, 2U powers more than 4,000 online higher education offerings – from free courses to full degrees. Together with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporate partners, we are helping to unlock human potential.

What We're Looking For:

The Senior Analyst, Marketing Strategy and Analysis is responsible for the monthly digital marketing budget and projected return on investment across a portfolio of online executive education programs. The Senior Analyst, Marketing Strategy and Analysis will be directly responsible for managing a portfolio of paid tactics (Facebook, LinkedIn, Search, etc.) across programs with high complexity and revenue impact for the business. This role has ownership of day-to-day optimizing of the health of programs within purview against KPI's and is responsible for accurate management of spend.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

Analysis:

• Actively manages the marketing spend of online short courses within the executive education business line
• Accountable for proactively problem solving on key program/vertical challenges
• Uses strong understanding of program audience segmentation to drive growth
• Actively identifies and executes testing with clear hypothesis and learning agenda
• Uses statistics and analytical methods to strategically approach programs within scope

Planning and Execution:

• Owns program budget and marketing tactic management for high-impact programs/verticals
• Creates and soundly articulates monthly marketing plan to leadership featuring both short-term and long-term strategic thinking
• Soundly speculates upon projected conversion of paid tactics and likely ROI of marketing spend for programs/verticals within scope
• Identifies and executes upon strong/weak spend opportunities with limited direction from management
• Dynamically and impactfully updates marketing plan using real-time data

Project Management:

• Responsible for successful and timely completion of both BAU and high-impact projects including new program launches through collaboration with Manager
• Go-to owner of 2 or more business-critical projects
• Influences other teams to deliver projects critical to program growth or health

Things That Should Be In Your Background:

• Bachelor's degree (from a business, economics, or math related field is a plus)
• 4-7 years of experience in marketing, analytics, or relevant business using data to solve problems
• Working knowledge of Excel, and some previous exposure to SQL or other databases
• Experience working with media engines, such as Adwords, web analytics tools, such as Google Analytics, and data visualization tools, such as Tableau preferred.
• Looking for the opportunity to set business strategy
• Keen interest in digital marketing (prior experience a plus, but not required)
• Adept at problem solving and can balance creativity with analytical skills
• Strong work ethic and doesn't accept complacency
• Demonstrates proactive thinking – always seeking ways to do something better
• Ability to multi-task, stay organized and evaluate priorities on an ongoing basis

Benefits & Culture

Our global employee base is a diverse collection of innovators, dreamers, and doers working together to transform lives through higher education. We believe that every employee can advance our shared purpose, and that life at 2U should be fun and meaningful. If you're excited by the opportunity to provide over 40 million learners and counting with access to world-class online higher education, then join us – and do work that makes a difference. #NoBackRow

We offer comprehensive benefits (unique per country) and excellent work/life balance.

Full-time, ZA benefits include:

• 2 complimentary Getsmarter short courses per year
• Subsidised medical aid with Discovery Health Medical Scheme
• 4% 2U contribution towards Discovery Life Pension Fund and Group Risk Benefit
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous leave policy including time off to volunteer for non-profit organization, study leave, sports leave and a company-wide festive season break

2U Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At 2U, we are committed to building and sustaining a culture of belonging, respect, and inclusion. We are proud of the steps we've taken to bring together an employee base that embodies diverse walks of life, ideas, genders, ages, races, cultures, sexual orientations, abilities and other unique qualities. We strive to offer a workplace where every employee feels empowered by what makes us different, as well as by how we are alike.

2U is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodations, please reach out to us at:

About 2U LLC

For more than a decade, 2U LLC has been the digital transformation partner of choice to great non-profit colleges and universities delivering high-quality online education at scale. As the parent company of edX, a leading global online learning platform, 2U provides over 45 million learners with access to world-class education in partnership with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporations. Our people and technology are powering more than 4,000 digital education offerings — from free courses to full degrees — and helping unlock human potential. To learn more: visit

About edX

edX is the education movement for restless learners and a leading global online learning platform from 2U. Together with the majority of the world's top-ranked universities and industry-leading companies, we bring our community of over 45 million learners world-class education to support them at every stage of their lives and careers, from free courses to full degrees. And we're not stopping there — we're relentlessly pursuing our vision of a world where every learner can access education to unlock their potential, without the barriers of cost or location. Learn more at

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

2U is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against applicants or employees and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship, military or veterans' status, or any other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. 2U's equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, job benefits and pay.

2U is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups who may contribute to Employment Equity within the workplace and the further diversification of ideas. In this regard, the relevant laws and principles associated with Employment Equity will be considered when appointing potential candidates. We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. 2U requires that you submit a copy of either your identity document or your passport and any applicable work permit if you are a foreign national, along with an updated curriculum vitae.

Eduvos is looking to hire the services of an Independent Contractor, Data Analysis Lecturer, at our Durban campus on a part-time basis.

Type of appointment:

Independent Contractor (part-time; flexible workhours agreement)

Purpose:

• To lecture Data Analysis-related modules, in the Law faculty on a part-time (contractual) basis.
• To assist in the administration and departmental affairs and activities as required by the academic department.

Minimum qualifications required:

• Honours degree in Statistics/ Data Science / Mathematics/ Computer Science/ Information Systems or a relevant qualification (A Masters qualification will be an advantage)

Experience:

• Minimum: 1 - 2 years relevant lecturing experience
• Necessary knowledge of higher education practices and processes
• Relevant research experience

Modules to be lectured:

• Introduction to Data Analysis
• Computer Skills (All Levels)

Responsibilities:

• Lecturing
• General administration
• Setting and marking of assessments
• Preparation of notes and additional study materials
• Quality Assurance
• Management of At-risk students

Competencies

• Initiative and responsibility
• Constructive teamwork, relations and networking
• Influence
• Analysis and judgement
• Innovation and change
• Systematic approach (planning and organising)
• Steadiness (emotional tenacity)
• Communication

Eduvos
is looking to hire the services of an
Independent Contractor, Data Analysis Lecturer
,
at our
Durban
campus on a part-time basis.

Type Of Appointment
Independent Contractor (part-time; flexible workhours agreement)
Purpose

• To lecture Data Analysis-related modules, in the Law faculty on a part-time (contractual) basis.
• To assist in the administration and departmental affairs and activities as required by the academic department.

Overview

Eduvos is looking to employ an IS Lecturer at our Mowbray campus on an independent contract basis.

• Independent Contract

• To lecture Information Technology-related modules in the faculty on a full-time basis.
• To assist in the administration and departmental affairs and activities as required by the academic department.

• Associate

• Full-time

• Education and Training

• Higher Education

Eduvos is looking to hire the services of an Independent Contractor, Data Analytics and Data Analysis Lecturer, at our Vanderbijlpark campus on a part-time basis.

Type of appointment:

Independent Contractor (part-time; flexible workhours agreement)

Purpose:

• To lecture Commerce-related modules, in the faculty on a part-time (contractual) basis.
• To assist in the administration and departmental affairs and activities as required by the academic department.

Minimum qualifications required:

• Honours in ITC
• Certificate in Power BI

Experience:

• Relevant lecturing experience
• Necessary knowledge of higher education practices and processes
• Relevant research experience

Modules to be lectured:

• Data Analytics (Power BI)
• Data Analysis

Responsibilities:

• Lecturing
• General administration
• Setting and marking of assessments
• Preparation of notes and additional study materials
• Quality Assurance
• Management of At-risk students

Competencies

• Initiative and responsibility
• Constructive teamwork, relations and networking
• Influence
• Analysis and judgement
• Innovation and change
• Systematic approach (planning and organising)
• Steadiness (emotional tenacity)
• Communication

Project:
Implementation Study on the Dapivirine Vaginal Ring

Location:
Remote

Duration:
12 months, part-time consultancy basis

Application Deadline:
20 October 2025

Background

An implementation study on the dapivirine vaginal ring (DVR) was conducted in South Africa, Kenya, Zimbabwe, Lesotho, Uganda and Eswatini. The study generated quantitative data on uptake, adherence, and user experiences. We are seeking a qualified Biostatistician to support data analysis for an implementation study on the dapivirine vaginal ring, a long-acting biomedical HIV prevention method. The consultant will analyze quantitative data on uptake, adherence, and user experiences, producing report and publication-ready results to inform regulatory, policy and programmatic decisions.

Scope of Work

· Review study protocol, objectives, and datasets.

· Develop and finalize a statistical analysis plan (SAP).

· Clean and merge datasets

· Conduct appropriate statistical analyses, including descriptive, inferential, and multivariable analyses

· Provide guidance on data quality, management, and handling of missing data.

· Generate report and publication-ready tables, figures, and outputs.

· Contribute to interpretation of findings and drafting of results sections for reports and manuscripts.

· Participate in virtual meetings with the study team as needed.

Deliverables

· Finalize statistical analysis plan.

· Clean and merge datasets

· Write reproducible code (Stata/R/SAS preferred) and conduct appropriate statistical analyses.

· Comprehensive results tables and figures (report and publication ready).

· Analytical report summarizing findings.

· Contributions to reports, manuscripts, policy briefs, and presentations as needed.

Qualifications

· Advanced degree (MSc) in Biostatistics, Statistics, or related quantitative field, PhD preferrable.

· Demonstrated experience in analyzing implementation science or public health studies.

· Proficiency in Stata, R, or SAS.

· Strong track record of peer-reviewed publications or reports.

· Familiarity with HIV prevention research and/or women's health interventions desirable.

· Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.

Level of Effort & Duration

Estimated 12 days per month (3 days/week) over 12 months (with flexibility based on agreed scope) from 01 November 2025 to 31 October 2026. Remote, with communication primarily via email/virtual meetings.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit:

1. Cover letter outlining relevant experience.

2. CV (max 4 pages).

3. Example(s) of previous analysis outputs (tables/figures/manuscript contributions).

4. Proposed daily or monthly consultancy rate.

Send applications to:

Deadline: 20 October 2025

Are you a skilled telephone researcher? Are you seeking variety and curious to learn more about new areas? Are you commercially minded and want to see the results of your research? Are you reliable and able to keep on top of appointments?

We are looking for an experienced telephone researcher (min 1 year of experience) to conduct B2B telephone interviews across a variety of different business sectors with both warm leads via scheduled appointments and by generating your own leads (c. 50/50 split). This role would then organically move to conference production.

We can offer flexibility in terms of hours around a set of core working hours. Essential core hours are between on days worked, minimum of 3 days worked per week. We are open to discussing and agreeing different working patterns.

A phone line will be provided, however all applicants must have:

• Windows 10/11 PC or laptop
• Unlimited home broadband
• Quiet and comfortable workspace

Please apply only if you meet the above criteria, by email, detailing your previous Market Research experience and we will get in touch to arrange for a phone interview.

Please note: This position is not appropriate for graduates.

By applying for this role, you hereby freely give your prospective employer consent to use, process and store your personal data relating to your job application in accordance with prevailing legislation.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: R234,00 per hour

Work Location: In person

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Market Research Specialist supports the delivery of the +more and Pepkor Group Customer Insights Strategy through the Customer Insights Community. This role is responsible for designing and executing research studies, managing research partnerships, and collecting both quantitative and qualitative data to deliver actionable insights. A key focus will be ensuring strong community engagement, panel management, and stakeholder collaboration to drive meaningful business outcomes across the Pepkor Group.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Research Design & Execution

• Develop and deliver quarterly research plans aligned to business priorities.
• Manage end-to-end research projects, from scoping to final insights presentation.
• Leverage research tools (e.g. Alida) to design effective studies.

Customer Community & Panel Management

• Partner with data and campaign teams to ensure effective customer recruitment and retention.
• Monitor and report on panel health, growth, and niche data collection.
• Manage member queries with professionalism and empathy.

Content Creation & Engagement

• Collaborate with stakeholders to plan and deliver engaging, community-first content.
• Foster participation and maintain a safe, positive community environment.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Team Contribution

• Build strong relationships across all Pepkor Group brands.
• Partner with operational and digital engagement teams to ensure well-managed delivery of insights.
• Support the success of Group Customer and +more initiatives.
• Actively contribute to team morale, collaboration and strategy execution.

JOB INCUMBENT REQUIREMENTS

• 3-5 years experience in market research projects or fieldwork management.
• Previous experience in online participant panel management.
• Project Management or similar qualification.
• Strong knowledge of research tools, project management systems and digital platforms.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace.
• Behavioural Competencies:
  Planning & organising, analytical thinking, delivering results, presenting & communicating information, stakeholder engagement, adaptability, and innovation.

CLOSING DATE: 10 October 2025

If you are interested in the above position and meet the requirements as indicated above, above, please submit your application.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the closing date of this position, please regard your application as being unsuccessful.

By submitting your application, you are giving Pepkor implicit consent to the storage and processing of your personal information.

Pepkor strives for equal opportunity in terms of its employment equity guidelines.