4,652 Marketing Leadership jobs in South Africa

Do you want to kick-start your career in marketing while learning how AI is reshaping the way we work? We're a small, practical team looking for an intern who's curious, detail-oriented, and ready to get hands-on with real projects. Over 6 months you'll gain experience across content, design, SEO & email marketing, with the opportunity to step into a full-time role if it's the right fit.

• Use AI tools to draft and refine blog and social media content.
• Create flyers, brochures, and graphics in Canva.
• Do basic SEO keyword research and website content management (Wordpress/Shopify).
• Help create and send email campaigns.
• Support events & campaigns.
• Assist with dashboards and reporting.
• General admin support such and vendor coordination.

• Passion for marketing and interest in AI tools.
• Strong attention to detail and organised approach.
• Basic design skills in Canva.
• Willing to learn the practical side of SEO, email marketing, and CRM systems.
• Bonus: exposure to dashboards, analytics, or automation tools.

We welcome applicants with a background in Marketing, Communications, Business, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related fields. If you're from another field but have a strong interest in AI and digital marketing, you're also encouraged to apply.

Please submit your CV together with a short motivational letter. In your letter, tell us:

• Why this internship appeals to you
• What strengths or experiences make you a good fit
• How you see AI shaping the future of marketing and why that excites you

• Paid internship: R8,000/month
• Opportunity for a pay increase during the 6 months as you take on more responsibility and demonstrate results.
• Potential to transition into a full-time role at the end, based on performance.

A fast-growing travel comparison business is looking for a savvy, experienced Digital Marketing & Growth Manager.

Requirements:

• Smart, proactive marketer with proven experience in growing digital brands
• 4+ years in an in-house marketing role or agency; proof of impact

Who are we?

We are a travel comparison business operating brands such as Camper Champ and Road Genius, helping hundreds of thousands of travellers book rental cars and campervans around the world.

Join a team executing advanced digital marketing strategies and build travel brands you'll be proud of.

What you'll do day-to-day

• Own brand & social presence
• Build, grow and oversee a range of existing and new digital marketing channels

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• What marketing channel are you most excited about right now? Why? (keep it brief, do not use AI)

Education:

• Certificate (Required)

Experience:

• Digital Marketing: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: Remote

We're Hiring: Digital Marketing Specialist (PPC, SEO & WordPress)

Bar Keeper, a growing retail & e-commerce liquor business based in Cape Town, is looking for a Digital Marketing Specialist to join our team. Since opening in 2017, we've gone from strength to strength and are now expanding our digital marketing team with a dedicated performance role.

PPC & Paid Media:

• Manage and optimise Google Ads and Meta Ads campaigns to maximise ROI
• Develop creative and effective ad strategies tailored to seasonal promotions and supplier objectives
• Track campaign performance, report on results, and provide recommendations for growth

SEO & Website Optimisation:

• Research, plan, and implement SEO strategies to improve rankings, visibility, and traffic
• Maintain and optimise our WordPress website with best practices for performance and conversion
• Conduct keyword research, on-page optimisation, and link-building strategies to grow authority

AI-Powered Optimisation & Innovation:

• Ensure the brand is discoverable within emerging AI search tools and generative AI platforms
• Use AI tools to enhance content creation, personalise user journeys, and forecast search trends
• Apply AI-driven data analysis to uncover growth opportunities that traditional methods may miss
• Stay ahead of evolving AI applications in digital marketing to keep campaigns future-ready

What we're looking for:

• 2–3 years of proven experience in PPC, SEO, and digital marketing (agency or in-house)
• Strong hands-on experience with WordPress (content updates, optimisation, plugins)
• Proficiency with industry-standard tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Google Ads, SEMrush, Ahrefs)
• Ability to prepare professional presentations for supplier feedback and reporting
• You take initiative and can manage projects from start to finish
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to lead projects independently — I started the website myself, and now I'm looking for someone who can take that initiative forward and drive it further

Details:

• Location: Cape Town, office-based 2 days per week (hybrid otherwise)
• Contract: Full-time, 3-month trial with potential to go permanent
• Start date: ASAP

To apply, please send your CV and a short motivation to

Job Overview

Salary: R R45 000

We're on the hunt for a digitally savvy Digital Marketing & Community Manager to join an ambitious UK-based start-up disrupting the South African sports betting space. As our first dedicated marketing hire, you'll take the lead in launching and growing a new AI-powered fan engagement and odds comparison platform designed for passionate South African sports fans.

This role is all about grassroots growth. You'll be responsible for attracting and engaging 5,000+ early users in the first three months through creative, high-energy organic campaigns—with TikTok and Instagram at the heart of it all. You'll also help shape our brand voice, lead community-building efforts, and drive buzz across social platforms.

If you live and breathe sports, know how to stop the scroll, and have a talent for building hype without paid ads, this role is for you.

• Develop and execute an organic digital marketing strategy targeting South African sports and sports betting fans.
• Create and publish engaging TikTok and Instagram content, with a strong focus on short-form video and reels.
• Launch grassroots campaigns, including giveaways, competitions, countdowns, and merch drops.
• Build and manage online communities that live beyond the content—think comment sections, DMs, and group chats.
• Collaborate with the founding team to define and evolve the brand's tone, visual identity, and storytelling style.
• Coordinate teaser and soft-launch campaigns in the lead-up to app release (target: August).
• Identify and activate micro-influencers and sports content creators for organic reach.
• Monitor content performance and engagement metrics, adjusting strategies to maximise traction and community growth.
• Research and manage local brand partnerships or sponsorships (e.g., football fan pages, sports bars, merch suppliers).

• Minimum 2 years of experience in digital marketing, with a strong emphasis on organic social growth and content creation.
• Proven success running organic TikTok and Instagram campaigns that achieved measurable engagement and audience growth.
• Passion for sports—especially football, rugby, and sports betting culture in South Africa.
• Excellent short-form video skills (shooting, editing, captions)—familiarity with tools like CapCut, Canva, or InShot is ideal.
• Creative mindset with a self-starter attitude—comfortable operating in a start-up environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Must have access to:

• A laptop

• A smartphone with a high-quality camera
• Reliable, high-speed internet

Digital Marketing & Admin Intern

What You'll do:

As a
Digital Marketing & Admin Intern
, you'll play a vital role in supporting our creative and strategic marketing operations. You'll work directly with our team to help execute campaigns, manage projects, handle client communications, and maintain smooth administrative workflows.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Project Coordination:
  Keep marketing campaigns and client deliverables on schedule by collaborating with our design, web, and marketing teams.
• Client Communication:
  Liaise with clients, schedule meetings, and provide updates on project progress.
• Document Management:
  Organise and maintain documents and reports for easy access and accuracy.
• Data Entry & Analysis:
  Record and track campaign metrics, leads, and results to support data-driven decision-making.
• Team Support:
  Assist in daily administrative tasks, internal scheduling, and workflow coordination.
• Software Management:
  Use CRM and digital marketing tools to track leads, campaigns, and client activity.
• Billing & Invoicing:
  Support finance functions by preparing invoices, tracking payments, and assisting with reconciliations.
• Social Media Scheduling:
  Help plan and schedule posts across platforms to maintain brand consistency.
• Creative Briefs & Scripts:
  Write and develop marketing briefs, campaign scripts, and promotional copy for client and internal projects.
• Market Research:
  Conduct creative and competitive research to identify trends, audience insights, and opportunities for brand positioning.

What You'll Get

• Real-world experience in a
  digital marketing agency
  working with diverse clients and industries.
• Mentorship from experienced marketing and creative professionals.
• Exposure to
  CRM systems, automation tools,
  and campaign management platforms.
• Flexible remote work environment.
• A letter of recommendation and opportunity for growth within B&E: Design Firm.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in
  Marketing, Business Administration, Communications,
  or a related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency in
  Microsoft Office Suite
  (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Basic understanding of
  digital marketing platforms
  (e.g. Meta, Google, Canva, CRM tools).
• Attention to detail and eagerness to learn.

Nice-to-Have Experience

• Familiarity with
  GoHighLevel
  ,
  Google Workspace
  , or
  ClickUp.
• Experience with social media management
  or
  content scheduling tools
  .
• Basic knowledge of
  graphic design or copywriting.
• Interest in branding, lead generation, or digital marketing.

Stipend & Timing

• Stipend:
  R8,000 p/m
• Duration:
  6 Month Internship
• Start Date:
  ASAP
• Type:
  Remote (part-time)
• Stipend:
  Competitive monthly stipend

Company Description

B&E: Design Firm
is a dynamic
customer acquisition and digital marketing agency
specialising in creating powerful corporate identities and results-driven marketing strategies. We help businesses become brands through
brand development, website design, social media management, and targeted lead generation
. Whether it's crafting a strong online presence or implementing conversion-driven campaigns, B&E delivers real results for clients across various industries.

6-MONTH TRIAL PERIOD WITH OPTION TO BECOME PERMANENT AND BETTER SALARY.

1. Technical and Strategic Expertise

• Strong understanding of digital marketing channels: SEO, SEM (Google Ads), social media, email marketing, content marketing, display advertising, influencer marketing, and affiliate marketing.
• Proven experience in developing and executing digital marketing strategies aligned with business goals.
• Knowledge of marketing automation tools (HubSpot, Mailchimp, Marketo, etc.).
• Familiarity with conversion rate optimization (CRO) and lead generation.

2. Data and Analytics Skills

• Ability to use analytics platforms (Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, Meta Business Suite, etc.) to measure performance.
• Strong skills in tracking ROI, KPIs, and campaign performance.
• Experience with A/B testing, data-driven decision-making, and reporting.

3. Content & Creative Skills

• Understanding of content strategy: blog writing, copywriting, video, and visual storytelling.
• Ability to work with designers, photographers, and video editors to create engaging multimedia content.
• Knowledge of brand positioning and tone of voice across platforms.

4. Social Media & Community Management

• Hands-on experience managing paid and organic campaigns across platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Twitter/X, YouTube).
• Experience with audience engagement and reputation management.
• Familiarity with emerging platforms and trends.

5. Advertising & Paid Media Skills

• Strong knowledge of Google Ads, Meta Ads, LinkedIn Ads, and programmatic advertising.
• Ability to manage budgets, bidding strategies, and campaign optimization.
• Competence in retargeting and remarketing strategies.

6. Project & People Skills

• Excellent project management abilities—ability to handle multiple campaigns simultaneously.
• Strong communication and presentation skills (to report to stakeholders).
• Experience collaborating with sales, PR, events, and product teams.

7. Industry Knowledge

• Awareness of market trends and competitor activity.
• Understanding of local and global digital marketing landscapes.
• Ability to adapt to changing algorithms, tools, and consumer behaviors.

Bonus Requirements (if applicable):

• Certification in Google Ads, Google Analytics, Meta Blueprint, HubSpot, or similar.
• Experience in your specific industry (e.g., events, FMCG, finance, retail, etc.).
• Proven track record with case studies or portfolio of past work.
• ABILITY TO CREATE PROFESSIONAL CONTENT, PROMOTIONAL VIDEOS, ARTWORK AT SHORT NOTICE.
• GOOF UNDERSTANDING OF HOW TO UTILISE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN MARKETING MATERIAL - A DEFINITE PLUS.

Job Type: Temporary

Contract length: 6 months

Pay: R8 000,00 - R15 000,00 per month

Work Location: Remote

Join to apply for the Digital Marketing Manager role at RooCru

We are looking for an experienced Digital Marketing Manager to join a fast-growing, full-service creative and digital agency. Acting as a central member of the marketing function, this role will drive data-informed growth across multiple digital channels and own campaign strategy, execution, and optimization for a diverse portfolio of clients.

Hours : 09:00 - 17:00 (flexible)

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive digital marketing strategies across paid, owned, and earned media channels (including search, social, display, and email).
• Oversee campaign execution from concept to delivery, ensuring alignment with client goals, KPIs, and brand tone.
• Manage and optimize paid media budgets to maximize ROI.
• Collaborate closely with creative, content, and analytics teams to deliver integrated marketing campaigns.
• Analyze campaign performance metrics and prepare detailed reports with actionable insights and recommendations.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and platform updates to continuously improve digital strategy.
• Support new business efforts by contributing to client pitches, proposals, and digital strategy recommendations.

• 4–6 years of hands-on experience in digital marketing, ideally within an agency setting.
• Proven success in managing paid search (Google Ads), paid social (Meta, LinkedIn, TikTok), and/or programmatic campaigns.
• Strong understanding of SEO principles, analytics tools (Google Analytics, GA4), and conversion tracking.
• Experience with CRM and marketing automation platforms (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce Marketing Cloud) is advantageous.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate data into meaningful insights.
• Outstanding communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

Simply click the link below to start the online application:

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Marketing and Sales
• Industries: Staffing and Recruiting

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We are currently seeking a Digital Marketing Manager to build our online presence and implement online marketing campaigns crucial to our company’s objectives. If you possess a passion for digital marketing, we’d like to talk to you.

• Develop marketing and campaign strategies.
• Measure and report digital marketing campaigns (ROI, CTR, etc.)
• Coordinate with internal teams to create landing pages.
• Design and maintain social media profiles.
• Contribute to the organization’s blog.
• Come up with insights by studying trends.
• Identify conversion and drop-off points optimizing user funnels.
• Double website traffic within the next year.
• Communicate with clients intermittently to learn expectations and satisfaction.
• Employ best practices when performing digital marketing and associated responsibilities on behalf of the company.

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing or related field
• 3+ years of demonstrated experience in digital marketing
• Knowledgeable in SEO
• Strong analytical and data analysis skills
• Demonstrable experience in online ad tools (Google, Instagram, etc.)

We are looking for Digital Growth and Sales Manager for our Payfast, Cape Town office.

• Design and lead the digital growth strategy to increase online customer acquisition and reduce onboarding drop-off.
• Optimize end-to-end user journeys across website, portal, and app to improve conversion rates and customer engagement.
• Collaborate with marketing teams to run data-driven performance campaigns (SEO, SEM, paid social, affiliates).
• Own key digital funnel metrics (lead quality, CPL, CAC, conversion rate, retention) and drive continuous testing and improvement.
• Implement CRO best practices using A/B testing, user behavior analytics, and landing page optimization.
• Enhance and monitor the self-onboarding process with minimal manual intervention and a focus on scalability.
• Use tools like Google Analytics, Mixpanel, HubSpot, or Hotjar to identify and resolve friction in digital customer journeys.
• Work cross-functionally with product, tech, and compliance teams to align digital experiences with growth targets and regulatory needs.

• Merchant Acquisition Growth vs Sales target
• Merchant signups per channel
• Lead-to-Signup, Lead-to-Customer rates
• Digital Self-Onboarding completion rate
• KYC approval rate for Self-Registered Merchants
• Merchant churn rate
• Drop off per stage
• TAT to first transaction
• Cost per Lead
• Customer Acquisition Cost
• Retention rate of Digitally Self-Onboarded Merchants
• NPS with the Digital Self-Onboarding experience

• 5+ years in digital growth, performance marketing, digital product, or conversion optimization roles.
• Proven experience improving digital funnels and onboarding flows with measurable growth results.
• Deep understanding of digital marketing channels (SEO, PPC, paid social), tracking, and attribution models.
• Hands-on experience with CRO tools (Google Optimize, Optimizely, or similar) and funnel analysis.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to extract insights from data and translate them into action.
• Familiarity with marketing automation platforms (HubSpot, Salesforce, etc.) and UX best practices.
• Knowledge of the fintech/payments landscape is a strong plus, especially in the Middle East or Africa.
• Comfortable working in cross-functional teams with product, UX, engineering, and compliance.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Marketing and Sales

• IT Services and IT Consulting