Junior Marketing Coordinator

About the role
The Junior Marketing Coordinator provides essential operational support to the marketing department, assisting in campaign execution, content coordination, and administrative functions while gaining hands- on experience across multiple marketing disciplines.

Responsibilities:

Campaign Support & Project Coordination

• Assist in the execution of integrated marketing campaigns (digital, email, social, print).
• Create and maintain project timelines in tools like Asana, Trello, or Monday.com.
• Gather assets (copy, images, links) from internal teams and external vendors.
• Conduct quality assurance checks (e.g., test email links, verify social posts, proofread content).
• Track campaign deliverables and flag potential delays to the Marketing Manager.

Content & Social Media Management

• Support the content calendar and social media presence.
• Schedule posts across platforms (Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, TikTok) using scheduling tools (Buffer, Hootsuite, Sprout Social).
• Draft basic copy and source images/videos in line with brand voice.
• Monitor comments and messages; escalate customer inquiries to appropriate teams.
• Pull weekly engagement metrics (reach, impressions, clicks) and assist in preparing performance summaries.

Event & Tradeshow Coordination

• Provide logistical support for company events, webinars, and tradeshows.
• Coordinate attendee registration, email reminders, and post-event surveys.
• Prepare event materials (brochures, giveaways, signage) and manage inventory.
• Serve as on-site support during events (setup, registration desk, tear-down).
• Assist in tracking event expenses and collecting invoices for reconciliation.

Marketing Operations & Administrative Support

• Handle day-to-day administrative tasks that keep the department running efficiently.
• Process purchase orders, track invoices, and maintain budget spreadsheets.
• Organize digital asset libraries (photos, logos, videos) and ensure version control.
• Manage promotional product inventory, reordering as needed.
• Schedule meetings, prepare agendas, and document meeting minutes.

Analytics & Reporting

• Assist in measuring marketing performance.
• Pull data from Google Analytics, social platforms, and email marketing software (Mailchimp, Constant Contact).
• Create simple dashboards in Excel or Google Sheets to visualize KPIs.
• Help compile monthly reports summarizing campaign results, insights, and recommendations.

Vendor & Agency Coordination

• Act as a point of contact for external partners under supervision.
• Communicate project briefs, deadlines, and deliverables to printers, freelancers, and agencies.
• Review basic deliverables for accuracy and alignment with brand guidelines.
• Maintain vendor contact lists and contract records.

Minimum Requirements

• South African Unemployed youth between the ages of 18 and 34.
• Must not have participated on the YES programme before.
• Matric.
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Advertising, or a related field.
• Equivalent work experience or a combination of education and relevant internships will be considered.

Specific Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides).
• Basic understanding of social media platforms and social media scheduling tools (Buffer, Hootsuite).
• Working knowledge of email marketing platforms (Mailchimp, Constant Contact, or similar).
• Familiarity with analytics tools such as Google Analytics (or ability to learn quickly).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to write clear, error-free copy.
• graphic design skills using Canva or Adobe Spark for simple asset creation.
• Experience with project management software (Asana, Trello) is a plus.

Personal Characteristics:

• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills; ability to juggle multiple tasks without losing accuracy.
• Self-starter who takes initiative and asks thoughtful questions when uncertain.
• Positive, collaborative attitude; comfortable working in a team environment.
• Adaptable and open to feedback, with a growth mindset.
• Creative thinker with curiosity about marketing trends and emerging technologies.

Key Performance Indicators (Optional):

• On-time completion of assigned tasks (project milestones, content schedules, event logistics).
• Accuracy of data entry, reporting, and content proofreading.
• Social media engagement growth (e.g., increase in followers, interactions) for posts managed.
• Positive feedback from team members and stakeholders on responsiveness and reliability.
• Progression in proficiency of marketing tools as demonstrated through independent usage.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements (Optional):

• Standard office environment with hybrid work flexibility (typically 2–3 days in office per company policy).
• Occasional travel for events, tradeshows, or vendor meetings (estimated 5–10%).
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs for event setup (e.g., transporting materials, displays, boxes).
• May require occasional evening or weekend work during event periods.

Career Development Opportunities (Optional):

• Direct mentorship from the Marketing Manager and senior team members.
• Exposure to strategic planning sessions and cross-departmental projects.
• Budget for professional development courses or certification programs.
• Clear growth path toward Marketing Coordinator or specialist roles (e.g., Social Media Specialist, Campaign Specialist) based on performance.

Please consider your application unsuccessful when you have not heard from the Signa Opportunity team within two weeks of submitting your application.