22 Marketing Strategy jobs in South Africa

Cape Town, South 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 Analyst II, Marketing Strategy and Analysis is responsible for the monthly digital marketing budget and projected return on investment across programs and verticals(similar degrees offered across multiple partners, e.g. MBAs). The Analyst II, Marketing Strategy and Analysis will be directly responsible for managing a portfolio of paid tactics (Facebook, LinkedIn, Partnerships, etc.) across programs with moderate 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:

Program Management and Monitoring:

• Actively manages the marketing spend of 2-3 moderate to high complexity and revenue impact 2U programs
• Uses data to flag risks and opportunities within programs/verticals, proactively suggests strategy to improve using statistics and analytical methods
• Identifies and executes upon strong/weak spend opportunities with direction from management
• Reports on pacing performance to leadership
• Works cross-functionally to create and execute new media campaigns, troubleshoot data issues, and provide program data to stakeholders

Analysis:

• Soundly speculates upon projected conversion of marketing tactics and likely ROI of spend for programs/verticals within scope
• Performs analysis on program health and identifies trends impacting KPI’s, and highlights key discrepancies versus expectations to leadership
• Performs ad-hoc analysis as needed to support the larger team
• Acts as subject matter expert in 1+ key team functions

Planning:

• Works with leadership to set the monthly paid digital marketing strategy and budget for 2-3 2U programs
• Creates deliverables conveying detailed marketing plan on a monthly basis
• Effectively articulates monthly marketing plan to leadership and makes necessary edits based on feedback

Project Management:

• Responsible for successful and timely completion of both BAU and ad-hoc projects through collaboration with leadership
• Owner of several key reporting/functional projects on behalf of the team
• Influences cross-functional teams to deliver material needed to complete projects
• Go-to owner of 1 or more business-critical projects

Things That Should Be In Your Background:

• Bachelor’s degree (from a business, economics, or math related field is a plus)
• 3-5 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 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 2U.com.

About edX

edX is the education movement for restless learners and a leading global online learning platform from 2U LLC. 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 edX.org.

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.

Create a Job Alert

Interested in building your career at 2U? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email.

*

indicates a required field

First Name *

Last Name *

Email *

Phone *

Resume/CV *

Enter manually

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

Enter manually

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

Diversity and Inclusion at 2U *

Woman

Man

Non-Binary / Trans Non-Binary / Genderqueer

Prefer not to answer

At 2U, we are committed to an inclusive hiring process. To ensure the promotion of equal opportunities, it's important for 2U to ensure we address employment equity and affirmative action in our business. It's to this end that we request your feedback in terms of your representation.

This aims to support 2U in creating opportunities for attracting, training and developing equity candidates, inclusive of race, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation and other.

I identify as a member of the LGBTQ+ Community * Select.

Select.

I identify my race as * Select.

Disability Status * Select.

In alignment with our commitment to diversity and inclusion it is important to understand how we can support individuals with disabilities to gain meaningful access to our work environment. If you have any questions about the definition of a disability or reasonable accommodations more information can be found here. If you require reasonable accommodation to apply, interview, and then perform a job, please let the Recruiting team know.

Have you ever worked at 2U (2U Inc, Trilogy Education, or GetSmarter) in the past? * Select.

Please tell us why you're interested to work for 2U Inc? *

Please tell us more about your experience most relevant to this role? *

How did you hear about this job? * Select.

City *

Desired Salary (CTC) *

What is your notice period? *

This position requires being in the Cape Town office at least 2-3 days per week. Are you comfortable with this hybrid work environment? * Select.

Cape Town, South 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 2U.com.

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 edX.org.

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.

Create a Job Alert

Interested in building your career at 2U? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email.

*

indicates a required field

First Name *

Last Name *

Email *

Phone *

Resume/CV *

Enter manually

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

Enter manually

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

Diversity and Inclusion at 2U *

Woman

Man

Non-Binary / Trans Non-Binary / Genderqueer

Prefer not to answer

At 2U, we are committed to an inclusive hiring process. To ensure the promotion of equal opportunities, it's important for 2U to ensure we address employment equity and affirmative action in our business. It's to this end that we request your feedback in terms of your representation.

This aims to support 2U in creating opportunities for attracting, training and developing equity candidates, inclusive of race, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation and other.

I identify as a member of the LGBTQ+ Community * Select.

Select.

I identify my race as * Select.

Disability Status * Select.

In alignment with our commitment to diversity and inclusion it is important to understand how we can support individuals with disabilities to gain meaningful access to our work environment. If you have any questions about the definition of a disability or reasonable accommodations more information can be found here. If you require reasonable accommodation to apply, interview, and then perform a job, please let the Recruiting team know.

Have you ever worked at 2U (2U Inc, Trilogy Education, or GetSmarter) in the past? * Select.

Please tell us why you're interested to work for 2U Inc? *

Please tell us more about your experience most relevant to this role? *

How did you hear about this job? * Select.

City *

Desired Salary (CTC) *

What is your notice period? *

This role requires being in the Cape Town office 2-3 days per week. Are you comfortable with this hybrid expectation? * Select.

Cape Town, South 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 Analyst, Marketing Strategy and Analysis is responsible for supporting digital marketing budget management and performance reporting across 2U’s online programs. The role focuses on optimizing paid marketing tactics (e.g., Facebook, LinkedIn, Partnerships) and generating actionable insights to improve program health. The Analyst will work closely with senior team members to analyze performance data, execute test strategies, and provide marketing recommendations aligned with KPIs and ROI targets.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

Analysis:

• Actively manages the marketing spend of assigned programs.
• Monitor and report on marketing performance metrics for assigned programs.
• Identify trends, troubleshoot underperformance, and provide data-driven insights.
• Support segmentation analysis to understand audience behavior and program dynamics.
• Assist in the development and interpretation of A/B testing and performance experiments.
• Use data tools such as Excel, SQL, or visualization platforms (Tableau preferred) to deliver actionable reports.

Planning and Execution:

• Manages monthly marketing plans and campaign spend across selected programs.
• Track budgets and contribute to projections of marketing ROI.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to support marketing campaigns.
• Proactively recommend budget reallocations based on real-time data.

Project Management:

• Participate in new program launches and ongoing marketing projects.
• Coordinate timelines, gather inputs, and ensure data readiness for projects.
• Provide analytical support for cross-team initiatives tied to program success.

Things That Should Be In Your Background:

• Has a Bachelor’s degree (from a business, economics, or math related field is a plus)
• 1-3 years of experience in marketing, analytics, or relevant business using data to solve problems
• Has a 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.
• Is looking for the opportunity to set business strategy
• Has a keen interest in digital marketing (prior experience a plus, but not required)
• Is adept at problem solving and can balance creativity with analytical skills
• Has a strong work ethic and doesn’t accept complacency
• Demonstrates proactive thinking – always seeking ways to do something better
• The 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 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 2U.com.

About edX

edX is the education movement for restless learners and a leading global online learning platform from 2U LLC. 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 edX.org.

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.

Create a Job Alert

Interested in building your career at 2U? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email.

*

indicates a required field

First Name *

Last Name *

Email *

Phone *

Resume/CV *

Enter manually

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

Enter manually

Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf

Diversity and Inclusion at 2U *

Woman

Man

Non-Binary / Trans Non-Binary / Genderqueer

Prefer not to answer

At 2U, we are committed to an inclusive hiring process. To ensure the promotion of equal opportunities, it's important for 2U to ensure we address employment equity and affirmative action in our business. It's to this end that we request your feedback in terms of your representation.

This aims to support 2U in creating opportunities for attracting, training and developing equity candidates, inclusive of race, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation and other.

I identify as a member of the LGBTQ+ Community * Select.

Select.

I identify my race as * Select.

Disability Status * Select.

In alignment with our commitment to diversity and inclusion it is important to understand how we can support individuals with disabilities to gain meaningful access to our work environment. If you have any questions about the definition of a disability or reasonable accommodations more information can be found here. If you require reasonable accommodation to apply, interview, and then perform a job, please let the Recruiting team know.

Have you ever worked at 2U (2U Inc, Trilogy Education, or GetSmarter) in the past? * Select.

Please tell us why you're interested to work for 2U Inc? *

Please tell us more about your experience most relevant to this role? *

How did you hear about this job? * Select.

City *

Desired Salary (CTC) *

What is your notice period? *

This is a hybrid role requiring to be in the Cape Town office at least 2-3 days per week. Are you comfortable with this hybrid expectation? * Select.

Ogilvy One is the Digital arm of Ogilvy South Africa.

We are focused on creating impactful relationships by design between our clients and their customers. We help companies drive sustainable growth and customer value through an unmatched understanding of brand and human behaviour while harnessing the power of innovation, design, data, and technology.

We are looking for a:

Head of Digital Strategy

As the Head of Digital Strategy at Ogilvy One, you will be instrumental in shaping and leading our digital strategic offerings, driving significant impact for our diverse portfolio of retainer and project clients. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead and innovate within a dynamic and forward-thinking team, redefining how brands connect with their audiences in a one-to-one relationship.

Requirements:

• Proven experience leading digital strategy, with a strong track record of successful campaign and platform development.
• Extensive experience in leading CRM strategy, demonstrating an understanding of customer lifecycle management and loyalty programs.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a high-performing strategy team.
• Minimum of 5 years of managerial experience within a digital agency or similar environment.
• Deep understanding of the digital landscape, including emerging technologies, platforms, and consumer behaviours.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and oversee comprehensive digital strategies that align with client business objectives and market trends.
• Lead the development and implementation of CRM strategies, focusing on customer loyalty and engagement across various touchpoints.
• Drive content strategy initiatives, ensuring compelling and effective storytelling across digital platforms.
• Provide strategic leadership and guidance to the strategy team, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Creative, Development, Data, SEO, Design) to ensure integrated and effective client solutions.
• Present strategic recommendations and insights to clients, articulating rationale and business value with clarity and confidence.

Daily Activities:

• You will lead agency/client brainstorms & workshops to determine KPIs, strategic direction and set ways of working to maintain client relationships
• Drive integration, with weighting on digital platforms
• Scope, plan & manage the strategy process on briefs
• Manage & mentor strategy team members
• Work with other disciplines (Creative, Development, Data, SEO, Design) to ensure cohesive team integration, and alignment with broader business objectives
• Be a champion for innovation on every project you touch
• Play an active role in campaign planning
• Drive real-time optimisation of the digital work in partnership with creative and data
• Participate in pitches for new business
• Define the direction for overall campaigns
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Compile presentations for clients/figure out new ways of selling
• Attend client briefings & presentations
• Demonstrate thought leadership by keeping updated on industry trends

The offer:

• Location in Johannesburg
• 3:2 hybrid working environment
• Local and global client portfolio

Remote | Full-Time | Reports to Director of Marketing

Lead with content. Execute with precision. Scale with impact.

A fast-growing U.S.-based healthcare network with 400+ men’s health clinics across Latin America is looking for a Marketing Manager to drive content-led growth. You’ll own the content calendar, oversee channel execution, and create messaging that connects with real audiences across web, email, and social.

If you're a sharp writer with a knack for visual storytelling and campaign planning, this is your chance to own strategy and execution in a high-growth, high-autonomy environment.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain a 30-day content calendar across blog, email, SMS, and social
• Create lightweight visuals and short-form videos using Canva, Figma, or CapCut
• Coordinate multi-channel campaigns across LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, and X
• Align with regional sales teams and deliver content playbooks that drive local engagement
• Brief external creative teams as needed for advanced production
  
  

• 3–5 years of hands-on marketing experience across email, social, and content
• A portfolio showcasing written work + at least two visuals or short videos you produced
• Fluent English; Spanish or Portuguese is a bonus
• Clear grasp of brand voice, audience targeting, and campaign storytelling
• Familiarity with HubSpot and modern marketing stacks a strong plus
  
  

• 100% remote and async-friendly culture
• Fast-paced team with direct revenue impact
• Opportunity to grow into a senior content or brand leadership role
  
  

Remote | Full-Time | Reports to Director of Marketing Lead with content. Execute with precision. Scale with impact. A fast-growing U.S.-based healthcare network with 400+ men’s health clinics across Latin America is looking for a Marketing Manager to drive content-led growth. You’ll own the content calendar, oversee channel execution, and create messaging that connects with real audiences across web, email, and social. If you're a sharp writer with a knack for visual storytelling and campaign planning, this is your chance to own strategy and execution in a high-growth, high-autonomy environment. What You’ll Do

• Maintain a 30-day content calendar across blog, email, SMS, and social
• Create lightweight visuals and short-form videos using Canva, Figma, or CapCut
• Coordinate multi-channel campaigns across LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, and X
• Align with regional sales teams and deliver content playbooks that drive local engagement
• Brief external creative teams as needed for advanced production

• 3–5 years of hands-on marketing experience across email, social, and content
• A portfolio showcasing written work + at least two visuals or short videos you produced
• Fluent English; Spanish or Portuguese is a bonus
• Clear grasp of brand voice, audience targeting, and campaign storytelling
• Familiarity with HubSpot and modern marketing stacks a strong plus

• 100% remote and async-friendly culture
• Fast-paced team with direct revenue impact
• Opportunity to grow into a senior content or brand leadership role

Join to apply for the Head of Digital Advertising Strategy role at Common Thread Collective

Join to apply for the Head of Digital Advertising Strategy role at Common Thread Collective

HEAD OF DIGITAL ADVERTISING STRATEGY

Our Mission is to be able to say - "Anyone in the World below $15M should fire their Agency tomorrow as nobody can beat this Value & Service at this Price"

We're looking for a results-driven and experienced Head of Digital Advertising Strategy to join our team.

The Head of Digital Advertising Strategy position at Common Thread Collective (CTC) plays a key role in scaling our clients' success. It centers on creating accurate forecasts to drive our clients toward their goals, followed by meticulously executing strategies to materialize these goals daily.

Your actions and decisions embody CTC's Global core values, serving as a guiding force for these principles. At CTC, your trained expertise is invaluable, covering the entire spectrum of CTC's Strategic Forecasting methods and the foundational principles of media acquisition.

Your role goes beyond delivering tangible business results; it involves a proactive engagement with our clients, ensuring transparent communication regarding the actions undertaken and the performance relative to the forecasts. This ongoing dialogue not only fosters trust but also cements the partnership between CTC and its clients, guiding them through the complexities of media acquisition and strategic planning.

You stand as a representative and zealous advocate for CTC's distinctive approach to media acquisition and its accompanying tools.

As a Head of Digital Advertising Strategy, you lead by example and set a high standard.

You view challenges as opportunities to excel and take great pride in your ability to drive results with precision and impact. At CTC, we embrace the mantra, "Everyday in Everyplay, Count on Me," meaning we take ownership, deliver excellence, and see things through to the end.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

This place isn't for everyone, but it might be for you if…

Our core values are the heart and soul of this incredible Company. The right person for this role will appreciate each of these values, personally subscribe to them, and understand why each is critical to having a great business.

To give ourselves our best shot at accomplishing Our mission, we organize all of our decisions—from recruiting, to hiring, to raises, to promotions, to how we spend our time and money—in the direction of three committed values.

We recognize these values aren't for everyone.

They're challenging. In fact, they're so challenging, that's why we invest so much in supporting our team and why we tend to attract people who are craving the opportunity to do more at work than get a paycheck. We're looking for those who are interested in making their work significant.

AUTODIDACT

• Naturally curious and an autodidact, able to absorb information quickly and effectively, like osmosis. Your commitment to learning sets you apart, absorbing information swiftly and more effectively than your peers.
• Your openness to both offer and embrace feedback as an opportunity for growth and implement it proactively, without needing constant direction.
• Demonstrates resourcefulness, and independently refine your skills without being prompted.
• Thrives in a self-managed environment, showing autonomy, initiative, and a commitment to continuous improvement and not requiring task lists built by their managers and constant oversight.
  
  

• Embodies a character that inspires pride in both personal and professional associations.
• Consistently honest, with the courage to acknowledge and communicate hard truths, and the humility to accept them, even when uncomfortable, and never lie in any situation.
• Displays a high level of self-awareness, taking full ownership of outcomes without resorting to a victim mindset.
• Values constructive feedback and integrates it, understanding nothing great is built without feedback.
  
  

• Performs at their best when it matters most, The Enjoyment of Hard Challenges.
• Demonstrates an unyielding determination to get things done, regardless of obstacles, time constraints, skills needed, or resources.
• Adapts to changing circumstances, recognizing that true success is about not just meeting, but exceeding what is required.
• Possesses a deep passion for their work, using creativity and resilience to overcome any hurdle.
  
  

• Be willing to put in the hard work required and be hungry enough to go through the training.
• Being ready and prepared for this to be the hardest job you have ever worked, as you would fundamentally develop a high-leverage new skill.
• The ability to take feedback and implement it fast.
• Finish the work to the fullest with quality and on time.
• Perseverance.
• Remember and learn from the repetitive doing of the exercises.
  
  

• Align with the team and contribute to the team called Brain Trust for Ideas across clients.
• Manage, align & work with the team members of your pod including Google strategist, Creative Strategist, and Email Strategist.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks with great attention to detail.
• Upkeep of data integrity of your clients across Statlas.
• Be responsible for the execution of the Prophet system for your clients
• Building a Growth Forecast for your clients
• Building a Growth map using the Prophet System
• Data Analysis required for the Map
• Marketing calendar alignment and upkeep with clients
• The Daily Execution and Actualisation vs the Forecast.
• You make tactical deconstructions and actualize the projections each day to adjust them to meet KPIs
• Combine data analysis and feedback from clients to develop strategic plans for the future.
• When it's time to pivot you are among the first early adopters
• Take a lead in situations that present any obstacle to execution.
• An insatiable curiosity, and an inability to leave a problem alone until you've found one or many different potential solutions.
• Responsible for the implementation of CTC's Meta best practices
• Build campaigns using our structure and best practices
• Upkeep and management of our ideologies and processes throughout the account.
• Monitoring active campaigns, and adjusting budgets and strategy to ensure the best possible chance of hitting the Daily Projected Targets
• Implementing tests in your accounts in an effort to beat your best-performing campaigns.
  

• Ensuring you are within a 5% Delta to the Forecast
• Ensuring daily alignment with the client vs the forecast & strategy
• Ensuring above benchmark client satisfaction rate feedback
• Ensuring following the Prophet system execution to 100% within the timeline required.
• Ensuring all the work is delivered based on the timeline assigned with optimal quality & attention to detail.
  
  

• You are a champion of communication, ensuring the client is aligned on the Growth Map goals and next steps, while making sure everybody on your team has clarity on what is required with exact deadlines.
• Responsible for sending daily performance updates to the client
• Ensure alignment across Strategy and Forecast with the client for every day of the week.
• Providing weekly updates on the Weekly Strategy Call.
  
  

• Contributing your learnings back to the system for feedback and continuous improvement
• Contributing & collaborating in ideas and learning across teams
• Contributing to ideas and learning in future company content production.
  
  

• Fluent in English, with a proven ability to communicate persuasively and present ideas clearly to various stakeholders.
• Skilled in crafting thoughtful, empathetic client messaging that resonates, demonstrating a high level of emotional intelligence.
• Strong presentation skills, capable of delivering compelling presentations that drive engagement and decision-making.
  
  

• Strong raw talent for data analysis, with an eagerness to learn and improve.
• Familiarity with data tools, including Google Sheets, with the flexibility to develop advanced skills through on-the-job experience.
  
  

• Historical expertise that compounds to bring a well-rounded perspective and adds value to the role.
• A breadth of experience from any of the multiple domains, including mathematics, data analytics, business operations, retail, finance, media buying, etc
  
  

• Ability to approach challenges with structured thinking, utilizing logical frameworks to effectively solve complex problems.
• Naturally adept at dissecting issues and proposing practical, impactful solutions.
  
  

• Passionate about e-commerce and eager to contribute to a high-performing team at the forefront of the industry.
• Highly motivated and hardworking, with a strong desire to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact.
• Thrives in environments where they can see the direct results of their actions on the business, with a strong preference for roles that offer full accountability and autonomy.
  
  

• Achieve certification and confidence in our ideology by the end of training, enabling precise execution of the Prophet system to ensure top-quality results for clients.
• Consistently deliver high-accuracy performance within a 5% delta across the Prophet system's Growth Map and Statlas.
• Lead and collaborate with your team to optimize productivity and maintain high-performance standards.
• Apply best practices in media buying to drive outstanding results, ensuring no one could achieve better outcomes in your role.
• Maintain client satisfaction levels above benchmark rates, aligning daily on forecasts to exceed client expectations.
• Adhere to rigorous quality standards in client feedback, forecasting, media buying decisions, and system execution.
• Meet all deadlines and budget requirements, ensuring timely and on Target Performance.
• Contribute valuable ideas to team discussions and company-wide content, supporting growth and innovation.
  
  

• Your supervisor would be Joy Sharma, The Director of the CTC Accelerator Program.
• As an Accelerator Strategist, you'll report directly to Joy Sharma—a leader known for his relentless pursuit of excellence and an unmatched passion for growth strategy. Joy is a rare mentor, often described as the closest you'll come to learning directly from Taylor Holiday himself. With a career built on his own rigorous, self-driven learning, Joy has transformed numerous team members into top-tier strategists, instilling in them the values of dedication, precision, and continuous improvement.
  

• This role will be client-facing.
  
  

• First month: $,000
• Second month: 4,000
• Third month (on average): 7,000 a month
• 1st Year Annual Range: 64,000- 76,000
• 2nd Year Annual Range: 100,000- 120,000
  
  

• Progress is Clearly Defined
• Depends primarily on your experience with the system & quality of execution against it. Following a well-defined path for the first 12 months and how exactly you can grow to be promoted to the next level.
• Fairness and transparency are prioritized
• Access a weekly performance dashboard to see exactly where you stand compared to team members on both objective and subjective metrics.
• Pay transparency is upheld for all team members
• With consistent contract terms and a clear roadmap for increasing earnings, ensuring everyone understands the path to greater compensation. We will also talk monthly about how you can progress.
• My Commitment to You:
• You will work harder, learn more than ever before, and "make more than you ever have." You will gain a diverse skill set while actively contributing to the continuous development of new tools and improvements within our system. In doing so you will have an incredible opportunity for rapid career progression.
• We will continue to provide you mentorship through every step of your development in the role and promotion from it. We will then continue to provide feedback against the expectation and evaluate against it.
  

• Fully remote with the ability to pick your schedule.
• Embrace autonomy as a core value, with clear expectations, regular 1:1 feedback sessions, and measurable quality benchmarks to support personal growth. Exceptional work is recognized and rewarded, with weekly check-ins for accountability, ensuring you're consistently challenged and engaged with new opportunities daily.

• Seniority level Director

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Marketing and Sales
• Industries Advertising Services

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Common Thread Collective by 2x

Get notified about new Head of Digital jobs in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa .

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2,500.00- 3,000.00 2 weeks ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 4 days ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 1 month ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 weeks ago

City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 2 months ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

Digital Product Strategy & Delivery Lead

Job Overview

Business Segment: Insurance & Asset Management

Location: ZA, GP, Roodepoort, 4 Ellis Street

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Digital Product Strategy & Delivery Lead to drive the successful design, development, and deployment of high-impact digital platforms that solve real customer problems and deliver tangible business value. You will bridge the gap between strategy and execution—translating business goals into implementable plans, aligning multidisciplinary teams, and managing key stakeholders to ensure shared vision and outcomes.

Qualifications

Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Business Commerce
Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Information Technology

Experience Required
6+ years in product leadership, digital strategy, or platform delivery roles.
Proven experience leading end-to-end development of digital platforms, preferably in emerging or underserved markets.
Strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to turn complex objectives into actionable roadmaps.
Excellent stakeholder management, facilitation, and communication skills.
Demonstrated success leading cross-functional and geographically distributed teams.
Deep understanding of Agile, Lean Startup, and customer-centric product development approaches.
Experience with community-driven platforms or financial inclusion tools is a strong advantage.

Additional Information

• Challenging Ideas
• Developing Expertise
• Developing Strategies
• Directing People
• Empowering Individuals
• Exploring Possibilities
• Making Decisions
• Providing Insights
• Resolving Conflict
• Taking Action
• Agile Concepts
• Conducting Research
• IT Systems
• Knowledge of Banking & Financial Service

Please note: All our recruitment processes comply with the applicable local laws and regulations. We will never ask for money or any from of payment as part of our recruitment process. If you experience this, please contact our Fraud line on +27 800222050 or

Digital Product Strategy & Delivery Lead

Job Overview

Business Segment: Insurance & Asset Management

Location: ZA, GP, Roodepoort, 4 Ellis Street

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Digital Product Strategy & Delivery Lead to drive the successful design, development, and deployment of high-impact digital platforms that solve real customer problems and deliver tangible business value. You will bridge the gap between strategy and execution—translating business goals into implementable plans, aligning multidisciplinary teams, and managing key stakeholders to ensure shared vision and outcomes.

Qualifications

Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Business Commerce
Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Information Technology Experience Required
6+ years in product leadership, digital strategy, or platform delivery roles.
Proven experience leading end-to-end development of digital platforms, preferably in emerging or underserved markets.
Strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to turn complex objectives into actionable roadmaps.
Excellent stakeholder management, facilitation, and communication skills.
Demonstrated success leading cross-functional and geographically distributed teams.
Deep understanding of Agile, Lean Startup, and customer-centric product development approaches.
Experience with community-driven platforms or financial inclusion tools is a strong advantage.

Additional Information

• Challenging Ideas
• Developing Expertise
• Developing Strategies
• Directing People
• Empowering Individuals
• Exploring Possibilities
• Making Decisions
• Providing Insights
• Resolving Conflict
• Taking Action
• Agile Concepts
• Conducting Research
• IT Systems
• Knowledge of Banking & Financial Service

Please note: All our recruitment processes comply with the applicable local laws and regulations. We will never ask for money or any from of payment as part of our recruitment process. If you experience this, please contact our Fraud line on +27 800222050 or