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SUMMARY:

Sales & PR Manager.

The candidate will be responsible for

Recruiter:

Phoenix Recruitment

Job Ref:

JHB /DB

Date posted:

Thursday, June 19, 2025

Location:

Magaliesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:

Luxury Lodge in the Magaliesburg area is looking for a Sales & PR Manager.

The candidate will be responsible for driving brand visibility , cultivating key relationships and increasing revenue across all business units, including Corporate, Leisure, Weddings, Day Visits and other offerings.

This dynamic role blends sales outreach, public engagement and brand stewardship to position the establishment as a premier destination within the tourism and hospitality sector.

The incumbent will manage all advertising and communication strategies (both digital and print), manage relationships with media houses, tour operators and industry associations and ensure the seamless coordination of promotional events , trade shows , and functions . They will also play a key role in shaping public perception by responding to guest feedback , managing PR content and ensuring consistent messaging across platforms.

This role requires proactive stakeholder engagement , excellent communication and negotiation skills, creative campaign ideation and the ability to manage multiple moving parts , from budgeting and rate negotiations to overseeing external marketing arms and maintaining up-to-date collateral and digital assets . The Sales Manager will serve as the voice and face of the brand , charged with building trust , enhancing guest experience and driving occupancy and revenue growth through strategic sales initiatives and impactful public relations efforts.

The ideal candidate should preferably be willing to live on site , with an ongoing presence to manage and monitor operations in conjunction with senior leadership.

POSITION INFO:

Requirements:

Grade 12

A formal qualification

Candidates with conferencing experience in a lodge or hotel in Gauteng are preferable and this will carry significant weighting for the ideal candidate.

Experience must also include:

Sales & Stakeholder Engagement: Strong background in negotiating rates (e.g., STOs and FITs), securing partnerships with tour operators and OTAs, and managing client-facing roles at trade shows, corporate functions, and educational site inspections.

Public Relations & Media Liaison: Preferably skilled in building media relationships, creating compelling content for press releases and promotional campaigns, and managing both reactive and proactive public communications.

Digital & Print Advertising: Hands-on experience with campaign planning, content briefing to graphic designers, media placement, and managing mailers and social media content across platforms.

Event Management & Guest Relations: Experience in coordinating and attending events (e.g. weddings, golf days, trade shows), conducting welcome briefings for corporate groups, and ensuring guest satisfaction through timely follow-ups and feedback management.

Reporting & Analysis: Competence in compiling marketing reports, analysing guest origin and segmentation data, and contributing to annual marketing plans and budgets.

The ideal candidate must demonstrate initiative, creativity, and exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multitask across various campaigns and channels, ensuring alignment with brand standards and strategic business objectives.

• Seniority level Entry level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
• Industries Advertising Services

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Our Client, a prominent national group, is seeking to employ an experienced and dynamic Social Media, Brand and PR Manager to their HO team based in Port Elizabeth.

A awesome career opportunity to join a prestigious national brand.

Requirements:

• A degree or diploma in Marketing or related field is required.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a senior marketing position.
• Proven expertise in brand development, social media, content creation, digital marketing, executing integrated marketing campaigns and analyzing the data behind these campaigns is essential.

Responsibilities, but not limited to:

• Develop and execute a cohesive social media strategy aligned with brand goals.
• Manage daily social media activities across all platforms, ensuring consistent engagement and audience growth.
• Monitor trends and emerging platforms to enhance digital presence.

Content Creation & Branding

• Create compelling written, visual, and multimedia content for blogs, social media, and other digital platforms.
• Design graphics and promotional materials that reinforce brand identity.
• Maintain brand consistency across all communications, ensuring alignment with strategic direction.
• Build relationships with media outlets and influencers to enhance brand reputation.
• Draft and distribute press releases, feature stories, and interviews to secure positive media coverage.
• Identify opportunities for collaborations, sponsorships, and industry recognition.

SEO & Digital Growth

• Generate and optimize content using SEO best practices to improve visibility and search engine rankings.
• Analyse and refine strategies based on audience insights and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with web developers and marketing teams to enhance website content and discoverability.

Internal & External Communications

• Ensure messaging consistency in all external communications, including press releases and social media.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to align marketing and communication strategies.
• Manage crisis communication and reputation management when necessary.

Performance Tracking & Reporting

• Track and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) for social media and PR initiatives.
• Prepare regular reports with insights, recommendations, and data-driven strategies for improvement.
• Adjust strategies based on analytics to maximize audience engagement and brand awareness.

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Our dynamic strategic communications firm is looking for a new

As a Mid-Senior PR

Position is responsible for planning and implementing external communication activities that positively position, promote, strengthen, and protect the reputation of the company, its brands as well as Sub Saharan Africa subsidiaries. The incumbent will also be responsible for developing plans and executing projects and initiatives that support the broader Company corporate communications and marketing strategies. Additionally, this role will be responsible for media and public relations in South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa

Possible Tasks within this Role

• Develop & manage corporate communication and media relations strategies.
• Identify challenges and emerging issues faced by the automotive sector, work with the leadership team to recognize internal and external communications opportunities and solutions and develop appropriate strategies to mitigate any future reputational risks.
• Manage corporate social media strategy leveraging media relations content and insights generated from social listening.
• Identify and implement partnerships & sponsorships opportunities with key entities, media and influencers to reach the business goals and corporate positioning in South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa.
• Managing incidents and issues as they arise in the interest of protecting and building company's reputation.
• Manage crisis communication plans by developing and implementing response to issues to protect the reputation of the company.
• Developing executive-level content and thought leadership from concept to writing.
• Developing and managing appropriate media strategies, tactical plans and content in relation to corporate announcements and events.
• Researching and writing effective corporate media releases.
• Arranging / supporting / facilitating media training for senior management & board of management.
• Provide strategic key media relations services to the organisation in support of building a cohesive and bold Pan-African reputation, narrative and story.

Qualification requirements

Bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism or related field

Experience needed

• 8-10 years of work experience in communication with extensive experience in corporate communications and media relations
• Proven Leadership experience
• Proven record of developing and executing effective corporate communication and media relations strategies
• Knowledge of the Communication and Media Channels with strong networking abilities
• Experience in interacting with stakeholders in government, the private sector, and media
• Experience in interacting with Executives at a strategic level
• Excellent writing, verbal and interpersonal skills
• Strong media relations and crisis communication experience
• Strategic thinking and planning skills
• Project Management
• Negotiation skills and budget management

Should you meet the minimum requirements, please forward your updated CV and supporting documents to (emailprotected)

Communication Manager • Johannesburg, ZA

As a Part Leader (working with and reporting to Marketing Management)

• Manage Brand Corporate Marketing regarding PR, Social and offline brand activities
• Lead and manage the marketing team, providing strategic direction, coaching, and performance management.
• Act as a core member of the cross-functional leadership group, collaborating with Sales, Product, and Customer Success to align marketing strategies with company-wide goals.
• Drive the development and execution of integrated marketing campaigns that build brand awareness and generate qualified leads.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership, offering insights based on market trends, competitive landscape, and campaign performance.
• Budget Management and plan monitoring and management for each BU marketers
• Own and manage the marketing budget including forecasting, tracking, and optimizing spend across channels and campaigns.
• Work with finance and executive leadership to align budgeting decisions with company growth targets.
• Analyse the cost-effectiveness of marketing initiatives and reallocate resources as needed to maximize impact.

Responsibilities and duties as a Digital Marketer

• Develop and execute comprehensive traditional, digital, social media, and email marketing strategies to inform customers.
• Produce and organize promotional events or activities to enhance brand visibility and market engagement.
• Conduct thorough market research and analysis to track trends, measure brand awareness, and monitor competitive actions.
• Manage the marketing budget and ensure that marketing activities align with our financial constraints.

Minimum Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in Marketing, Journalism and / or Communications
• 7 - 10+ years related experience
• Solid knowledge of Google Analytics, Google Ads campaigns, SEO / SEM strategies, Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience working in a fast paced environment
• Good knowledge of marketing, sales and general warehouse procedures
• Proven track record in customer relations
• MS Office Suite at an advanced level.
• Ability to use database for recording and reporting
• Ability to understand and operate custom-built company systems
• Possession of a reliable vehicle and a valid drivers license

One of our clients, based in Johannesburg Central, is seeking a strategic and results-oriented PR and Corporate Marketing Specialist to lead their marketing team and play a pivotal role as a part leader within the broader organization.

This role combines leadership, collaboration, and execution overseeing a talented marketing team, driving cross-functional initiatives, and managing the marketing budget to ensure efficient and effective spend.

The ideal candidate will be a proactive communicator, a skilled project leader, and a data-driven decision-maker who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

As a Part Leader (working with and reporting to Marketing Management):

• Manage Brand Corporate Marketing regarding PR, Social and offline brand activities
• Lead and manage the marketing team, providing strategic direction, coaching, and performance management.
• Act as a core member of the cross-functional leadership group, collaborating with Sales, Product, and Customer Success to align marketing strategies with company-wide goals.
• Drive the development and execution of integrated marketing campaigns that build brand awareness and generate qualified leads.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership, offering insights based on market trends, competitive landscape, and campaign performance.
• Budget Management and plan monitoring and management for each BU marketers.
• Own and manage the marketing budget — including forecasting, tracking, and optimizing spend across channels and campaigns.
• Work with finance and executive leadership to align budgeting decisions with company growth targets.
• Analyse the cost-effectiveness of marketing initiatives and reallocate resources as needed to maximize impact.

Responsibilities and duties as a Digital Marketer:

• Develop and execute comprehensive traditional, digital, social media, and email marketing strategies to inform customers.
• Produce and organize promotional events or activities to enhance brand visibility and market engagement.
• Conduct thorough market research and analysis to track trends, measure brand awareness, and monitor competitive actions.
• Manage the marketing budget and ensure that marketing activities align with our financial constraints.

Minimum Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in Marketing, Journalism, and/or Communications
• 7 - 10+ years related experience
• Solid knowledge of Google Analytics, Google Ads campaigns, SEO/SEM strategies, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Good knowledge of marketing, sales, and general warehouse procedures
• Proven track record in customer relations
• MS Office Suite at an advanced level
• Ability to use databases for recording and reporting
• Ability to understand and operate custom-built company systems
• Possession of a reliable vehicle and a valid driver’s license

• Manage Brand Corporate Marketing regarding PR, Social and offline brand activities
• Lead and manage the marketing team, providing strategic direction, coaching, and performance management.
• Act as a core member of the cross-functional leadership group, collaborating with Sales, Product, and Customer Success to align marketing strategies with company-wide goals.
• Drive the development and execution of integrated marketing campaigns that build brand awareness and generate qualified leads.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership, offering insights based on market trends, competitive landscape, and campaign performance.
• Budget Management and plan monitoring and management for each BU marketers
• Own and manage the marketing budget including forecasting, tracking, and optimizing spend across channels and campaigns.
• Work with finance and executive leadership to align budgeting decisions with company growth targets.
• Analyse the cost-effectiveness of marketing initiatives and reallocate resources as needed to maximize impact.

• Develop and execute comprehensive traditional, digital, social media, and email marketing strategies to inform customers.
• Produce and organize promotional events or activities to enhance brand visibility and market engagement.
• Conduct thorough market research and analysis to track trends, measure brand awareness, and monitor competitive actions.
• Manage the marketing budget and ensure that marketing activities align with our financial constraints.

• Tertiary qualification in Marketing, Journalism and / or Communications
• 7 - 10+ years related experience
• Solid knowledge of Google Analytics, Google Ads campaigns, SEO/SEM strategies, Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience working in a fast paced environment
• Good knowledge of marketing, sales and general warehouse procedures
• Proven track record in customer relations
• MS Office Suite at an advanced level.
• Ability to use database for recording and reporting
• Ability to understand and operate custom-built company systems
• Possession of a reliable vehicle and a valid drivers license