Connect is a dynamic media company, which operates as part of the M&C Saatchi Group of companies in South Africa.

We employ brave and bright individuals with an entrepreneurial attitude to build and evolve our offering in a fast-changing, competitive landscape. We work on a wide range of clients including FMCG, Automotive, Financial Services and e-Retail.

We are looking for someone to join our growing operation with at least 7+ years digital media strategy experience and a proven track record of accountability owning all aspects of client delivery around digital media.  

You will need to lead a small team of digital planners and build strong strategic relationships with our client base and partner agencies. We are looking for someone who is culturally savvy, applies innovative thinking and is interested in solving clients’ business problems.  

Requirements:

• Technical knowledge: A wealth of experience and technical understanding of PPC, Paid Social, Programmatic, Affiliates, Mobile and SEO
• Tools: Extensive knowledge of Digital tools 
• Strategy: Proven track record of developing and implementing overall paid strategy, KPIs and reporting structure
• Leadership: Experience of leading a team of Digital planners and ensuring a high standard of output  
• New business: Ability to win new business for the agency based on Digital offering
• Senior Management: Working collaboratively with the MD and Managing Partner’s on defining core vision and values of the agency
• Industry: Stay on top of the latest updates regarding tools and platforms (Google, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.) as well as industry trends

Attributes:

• Entrepreneurial and independent mindset who is hungry for the opportunity to help grow a dynamic business
• Manage and grow Digital capabilities in the team
• Strong client relationship builder
• Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritise and work calmly under pressure
• Great  understanding of touchpoint and media principles; with strong views on Digital
• Confident to write and present brilliant Digital strategies
• Attention to detail and organised to work in an efficient way
• Genuine interest in people and how they consume Digital and content
• Excellent knowledge of standard Digital tools, surveys and the ability to draw insights from data

Qualifications and experience:

• A tertiary degree is required preferably within Marketing, Advertising or Media
• Seven+ years’ experience in a senior Digital role, client or agency
• A track record of outstanding professional performance is essential
• Experience managing a high-performing team

Certifications:

• AdWords (Required)
• Google Analytics (Required)
• Facebook Blueprint Certification
• GTM (Beneficial)
• YouTube/Video (Beneficial)

Experience on the following platforms:

• Extensive Google Ads Experience (Required)
• Google Search and remarketing
• YouTube
• Google Analytics (Required)
• App Advertising – Acquisition and retention (Beneficial)
• Google Marketing Platform (Beneficial)
• Facebook Business Manager (Required)
• Facebook/Instagram Ads (Required)

We don’t do egos. We solve in the positive.
 
While we look at every CV submitted to us in detail, given the sheer volume of applications we’re not able to respond to every applicant personally. Rest assured that if we like what we see, we’ll be in touch as soon as possible. Alternatively, we’ll keep your details on record for future consideration.

Posted on 02 Sep 14:32