Recruit.Com is advertising a Social Media and Marketing Specialist opportunity in Bedfordview, Gauteng, on behalf of a public policy think tank operating as a non-profit organisation. The role focuses on managing the organisation's digital presence, including social media, website content, SEO, marketing materials, databases and communications.
The vacancy is listed as a part-time position and is structured as an independent contractor opportunity. The successful candidate will work in a hybrid arrangement, with home-based work and one required office day each week in Bedfordview.
Job Overview
This role is intended for a self-directed marketing professional who can manage a broad range of digital and communications activities with limited supervision. The organisation is looking for someone who can take ownership of its digital presence and help improve online visibility and engagement.
The vacancy specifies 2 to 3 years of experience in marketing and 2 to 3 years of experience in social media.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for a wide range of digital marketing and communications activities. These include managing content across social media platforms and working to improve online visibility and engagement.
The role also involves building and populating the organisation's website, including both front-end and back-end content. The successful candidate will be expected to identify website gaps and take initiative in addressing them.
Other responsibilities include:
- Managing SEO and Google optimisation.
- Creating marketing materials and creative assets.
- Managing databases and mailing lists.
- Planning and delivering marketing projects.
- Promoting published articles and books.
- Supporting the visibility of the organisation's research output.
- Managing the broader communications and marketing function using content supplied by the organisation.
Requirements and Qualifications
The vacancy does not list a specific academic qualification.
Instead, the emphasis is on practical marketing, social media and digital capabilities. Candidates should have a strong understanding of social media platforms, digital marketing and current technology.
The vacancy also calls for knowledge of SEO and Google optimisation, together with the ability to build website content from the ground up.
Experience and Skills
The stated experience requirements are:
- Marketing: 2 to 3 years.
- Social media: 2 to 3 years.
The organisation is seeking someone who is comfortable working with minimal supervision and can take initiative. Other qualities and capabilities mentioned include creativity, an eye for design, project management, organisation and confident communication.
Candidates should also have their own equipment, reliable connectivity and backup power.
The vacancy states that applicants should be based in Gauteng and able to attend the Bedfordview office once a week.
Salary and Employment Details
The salary is listed as Market Related.
The position is advertised as Part-Time and is structured as an independent contractor opportunity. The vacancy states that part-time may be considered for the right candidate and that the position is not open to interns.
The working arrangement is hybrid, combining home-based work with one required office day per week in Bedfordview.
Location
The position is based in Bedfordview, Gauteng. The vacancy specifically states that candidates should be based in Gauteng and able to attend the Bedfordview office once a week.
Who Should Apply
This opportunity may be relevant to marketing and social media professionals who have the stated experience and can independently manage several digital activities.
The vacancy particularly emphasises initiative, creativity, digital marketing knowledge, SEO, website capability, organisation and communication skills.
How to Apply
The supplied vacancy does not include an official application URL or email address.
Application instructions were not fully specified in the supplied vacancy. Applicants should verify the original Recruit.Com listing and use the legitimate application channel provided there.
Closing Date
21 November 2026
The vacancy supplied for this article lists 21 November 2026 as the application deadline.
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