Job Description

Title: Digital Marketing and Social Media Officer
Department/Province: Mpumalanga Provincial Legislature
Employment Type: Contract
Location: Mpumalanga
Reference Number: MPL-DMSMO-001
Closing date: 08 August 2025
FIXED TERM CONTRACT ENDING ONE DAY AFTER THE GENERAL ELECTION IN 2029
We are looking for a self-motivated individual to join us in making an impact to the lives of South Africans. The Democratic Alliance is building a future based on Freedom, Fairness, Opportunity and Diversity for all. If you are passionate about our country, share our values, and feel you are suited to this role, submit your application by 08 August 2025.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Communicating the Partys message through digital media, social media and other legislature content
• Producing designs and video material aligned to the Partys message
• Producing graphics aligned to the Partys message
• Driving the Partys political message in the media, within the party and to the public more broadly

Minimum requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in Communications, Digital Marketing, Graphic Design or any related field
• 3 years experience in a similar role
• 2 years experience in media and social media monitoring
• 2 years experience in creative design (Adobe Design Suite)
• Experience in drafting and dissemination of written communication for external purposes
• Computer literacy, particularly MS Office Suite
• Valid drivers licence

Skills:

• Written and verbal communication
• Time management and organisation
• Administration and attention to detail
• Copy writing, graphic designing and video conceptualisation

Abilities:

• Identify and extract information from traditional media statements for amplification on social media channels
• Creation of online campaigns
• Use initiative and work well in high-pressure situations
• Be outcomes-orientated, not simply task-orientated
• Work independently
• Apply sound judgement

Knowledge and commitment:

• Commitment to the principles, policies and programme of action of the Democratic Alliance
• Willingness to go the extra mile, which may include working long and irregular hours, weekends, and public holidays where necessary

To apply online please visit: https://da.mcidirecthire.com/External/CurrentOpportunities
Closing date: 08 August 2025