Job Description

Description

GROWING WHAT MATTERS STARTS WITH YOU

Corteva Agrisciencexe2x84xa2, the world's first dedicated agriculture start-up, serves to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generations to come. Our employees fulfill this purpose everyday by building/participating in an inclusive culture where we encourage each other to stay curious, think differently, act boldly and do what's right for our customers, our co-workers, our partners and our planet. With over 20,000 team members from 130 countries, innovating in 140 world class R&D facilities, we have the resources, leadership heritage and partner ecosystem to make a meaningful impact now and into the future.

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We're hiring for a Marketing Intern.

Learn how you can be our voice in the conversation about the future of agriculture.

As Marketing Intern, you will be responsible for supporting various aspects of the marketing function within Pioneer Seed, South Africa.

You Will Be Part of Growing Team:

The Pioneer Marketing Team forms part of the Pioneer Commercial Unit and is responsible for all marketing and marketing related activities within the Pioneer Seed, South Africa brand. Activities include (but is not limited to) marketing campaigns (across all media channels), sales campaigns (direct marketing, CRM management and product marketing), events and trade shows, promotional activities, sponsorships, market research, pricing and budget management.

Your Challenge:

• Campaign support: aid in the planning, execution, and monitoring of marketing campaigns, in close collaboration with the Marketing team, includes content creation.
• Assistance in Events: participate in or assist in organizing agricultural events and trade shows.
• Digital Marketing support: contribute to digital marketing efforts, e.g., email marketing, social media management. Assist in monitoring engagement and analyzing metrics.
• Market research: conduct research on the agricultural industry, e.g., market trends, competitor analysis, and customer preferences. Gather insights into farmers' needs, challenges, and preferences in different regions.
• Digital Marketing Platforms: collaborate with digital marketing platforms (including social media platforms, Salesforce, website, apps, etc.) to execute online marketing strategies.
• Administrative support: providing general administrative support to the marketing team, including scheduling meetings, aiding in the payment process (request purchase orders, process payments, etc.), and assisting with routine tasks to ensure smooth operations.

Key Stakeholders and Interactions:

• Marketing team (Marketing Manager and Marketing and Communications Specialist): collaborate closely with the marketing team on all marketing activities throughout the year.
• Marketing agencies: work together with all agencies on campaign planning, content creating, strategy implementation, promotional campaigns and events planning.
• Sales team: interact with the Area Managers to understand customer feedback, market demands and sales strategies.
• Cross-functional teams: collaborate with teams such as finance and operations to ensure marketing strategies align with the broader company objectives.

Location:

Corteva office (Pioneer office)

Lakefield Office Park, Block A, 2nd Floor, 272 West Avenue, Centurion, 0157, South Africa

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Qualifications

To Grow What Matters, You Will Need:

• Marketing degree
• Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint experience
• Valid South African driver's license

Who Are We Looking For?

• Curious, bold thinkers who want to grow their careers and be part of a winning team
• Market shaping individuals who want to transform the agriculture industry to meet the world's growing need for food
• Collaborators who thrive in a diverse, inclusive work environment
• Innovators who bring initiative and fresh ideas that drive our business into the future and make us an industry leader

Growing What Matters Starts With Youxe2x80xa6 What We Can Offer To Help You Grow?

• Opportunity to be part of a global industry leader working to discover solutions to the most pressing agricultural challenges of our time
• Challenging work assignments that grow your skills, capabilities and experiences
• Opportunities for international rotations and relocation that will expand your global view and cultural experience
• Diverse, inclusive work environment where employees bring their whole selves to work and feel heard, valued and empowered
• Dedicated and customized resources to help grow your professional skills, industry expertise and personal perspectives.
• Joining us is a natural opportunity to strengthen your professional network through valuable relationships.
• Support the health and well-being of every employee by offering world-class benefits, meaningful work and competitive salary
• Performance driven culture with a strong focus on speed, efficiency and agility

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