Job Description

Our client in the logistics sector is seeking a Marketing Assistant and Sustainability Administrator to join their Gauteng branch - this is a graduate position.

MARKETING

Marketing and communication strategy

• Assisting with the implementing of all marketing and communication strategies for Rhenus MEA

Communication and Public Relations (PR)

• Research new channels / media for editorials and collaborations
• Assist in the regional content creation for online and offline channels
• Administer the online presence of the Company including social media channels, websites (incl. SEO) as well as review systems like HelloPeter and Google
• Create monthly reports on PR activities, social media and website performance
• Collaborate with Human Resources on internal communication activities as well as employer branding and execution: Employee newsletter, staff campaigns Social Media activities

• Advertising

• Execute all advertising and paid campaigns throughout all online and offline channels (e.g., LinkedIn Ads, Google Ads)
• Research new channels / media to advertise
• Administer sponsorships
• Create reports for all advertising activities / paid campaigns

Corporate branding and identity

• Assist in maintaining the integrity of Corporate Identity by ensuring the pre-determined guidelines are adhered to in the region

Corporate gifts and merchandise

• Source new items through suppliers, following trends and concepts in corporate gifting and merchandise
• Manage of client gifts and merchandise for the region

Client retention and acquisition events

• Assist in the planning and execute on all regional events
• Plan and execute all client events (not limited to):

• Plan and coordinate the rugby suite in Johannesburg
• Plan and coordinate chamber and networking events
• Plan and execute other client functions like Womenxe2x80x99s Day, 947 Cycling Challenge, golf days
• Plan and execute webinars and online events
• Plan and execute exhibitions

Support New Business Development

• Create and administer sales collateral for the region
• Support new business development with customised company information / client acquisition documents

Agency and supplier management

• Assist in the management of online and offline agencies, freelancers, and suppliers
• Complete quality checks

Assist with any other marketing and communication related tasks to help with the growth of the brand in the MEA.

SUSTAINABILITY

• Steer decarbonization agenda within responsible region
• Propose and drive regional strategies to address various environmental concerns including energy use, conservation, reduction of pollution, recycling, building and facility design, and general education on sustainability
• Identify potential investment and risk / return on new projects that will expedite 2045 net-zero goal
• Identify creative ways in which the company can balance business obligations with the goal of respecting, supporting, and improving the local and regional environments
• Conducts research to identify regional environmental and sustainability concerns, interests, and issues in the regions
• Develops and maintains appropriate documentation and records including budgets and other financials
• Act as interface with external parties and represent company on Sustainability topics
• Create regional community, share, and learn best practice from each other
• Develop relationship with NGOs within the region for potential projects/ partnership thatxe2x80x99s in line with global strategy
• Represent Companyxe2x80x99s sustainability agenda with stakeholders within the regions
• Implement our global policies to ensure that the company is environmentally and socially responsible
• Make sure, that our employees/managers understand the importance of sustainable (management) practices
• Provide exceptional support to our customers to build trust, confidence in our expertise, and reputation
• Track and analyse trends in Sustainability and in customersxe2x80x99 industries

Knowledge & Experience

• Matric or Senior Certification equivalent
• A BCom degree in Marketing Management and relevant Post Graduate Degree
• A minimum of 1 xe2x80x93 2 yearsxe2x80x99 experience in HR marketing / Marketing support
• Logistics experience would be advantageous

Skills

• Analytical Thinking xe2x80x93 Able to analyse information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems
• Have Initiative xe2x80x93 Willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges
• Attention to detail xe2x80x93 Being careful about detail and thorough in completion of tasks
• Dependability xe2x80x93 Being reliable, responsible, and dependable in fulfilling obligations
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills
• Excellent content writing skills
• Exhibit problem solving and strategic thinking skills
• Attention to detail and effective deadline management
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to create, interpret, and execute a budget
• Ability to multitask
• Presentation skills required to deliver proposals to varying groups of individuals

Attributes

• Creative and innovative
• Passionate and outgoing personality
• Dynamic and hands-on
• Self-motivated and pro-active

Training

• Induction
• Quality training
• Canva, Mautic, COZERO

Staff Unlimited