January 22, 2025

NOW INTERVIEWING (Cape Town candidates only) 

Digital Marketing Specialist (part-time hybrid)

We are looking for a renegade digital strategist. Someone who can crack social algorithms
while fighting for human rights. You’ll need sharp strategy & analytics, and a fire in your belly
for sociopolitical change. We’re a tight team of three working on big (and small) advocacy
projects – no corporate fluffing, just real impact. You will need to be dexterous and flexible,
the job will demand a wide range of responsibilities – and grow into a major role in time.

Terms

  • Start date: ASAP
  • Part-time consultant: Minimum two hours per day, Monday-Friday (minimum 10 hours per week, sometimes more).
  • Hybrid: remote and office-based work in Fish Hoek, Cape Town. (Please note that you will be required to be in the office a lot in the first month)
  • R10,000 – R15,000 per month, depending on experience & hours. No deductions.
  • Initial three-month trial, after which you will be offered a one year contract if it is a good fit. This will become a permanent position.

Minimum requirements

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in digital marketing and social media management.
  • Proven track record in successful social media strategy, implementation and monitoring.
  • Demonstrated expertise in managing all social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Threads, X, YouTube, TikTok, WhatsApp).
  • Proven track record in SEO, Google Analytics and Google Ads management.
  • Strong portfolio of successful digital campaigns.
  • Excellent writing and communication skills in English.
  • Ability to commit to two hours daily, Monday-Friday.
  • Based in or able to travel to Fish Hoek regularly.
  • Own laptop.

Key responsibilities

  • Develop, implement & maintain comprehensive digital marketing strategies across multiple platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Threads, X, YouTube, TikTok, WhatsApp).
  • Lead SEO optimisation efforts and manage Google Ads campaigns to increase visibility and drive traffic.
  • Create and maintain content calendars that align with business objectives and audience interests.
  • Monitor social media trends and platform changes, adapting strategies accordingly.
  • Analyze performance metrics and provide regular insights to inform strategy adjustments.
  • Manage community engagement and build meaningful relationships with our audience.
  • Collaborate closely with team members to ensure consistent brand voice and messaging.
  • Maintain brand integrity in all communications.
  • Optimise budget allocation across different platforms and campaigns.
  • Handle day-to-day management of all social media accounts.
  • Agile collaboration with creative team on content.

Required skills & experience

  • Proven track record in digital marketing strategy and execution.
  • Deep understanding of social media platforms’ unique characteristics and best practices.
  • Hands-on experience with Google Ads, SEO, and analytics tools.
  • Strong analytical skills with experience in datadriven decision making.
  • Understanding of global current affairs and their impact on digital marketing.
  • Absolute social media & tech guru.
  • Experience in managing paid social media campaigns.
  • Proven ability to grow and engage online communities.
  • Strong understanding of human rights principles and progressive values.
  • Strategic mindset with ability to see both big picture and tactical details.
  • Exceptional time management and ability to handle multiple priorities.
  • Self-motivated with strong initiative and problemsolving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication.
  • Adaptable and quick to learn new platforms and technologies.
  • Comfortable working autonomously while maintaining strong team communication.
  • Interested in sociopolitical forces, human behaviour, popular culture on our continent and beyond.
  • Solid understanding of activism and civil society organisations a major plus!

To apply, send:

  1. 1-2 page CV
  2. At least three contactable references of clients you have worked with.
  3. A paragraph each on:
    • Why you want to work with us.
    • Why you are the right person for the job.

Email: jobs@theearthisround.co.za
Deadline: Friday 31 January 2025
If you haven’t heard back from us by 7 February 2025, we have gone a different way.