Contract Event Marketing Manager

Salary ZAR 15000 - Medical Aid Allowance - 10 Days Paid Holiday

Overview

We are seeking a highly organised, proactive, and commercially aware marketing professional to provide execution-focused support across multiple high-profile events.

This contract role is ideal for someone who enjoys delivering high-quality marketing activity, thrives in a deadline-driven environment, and works confidently with multiple stakeholders.

The successful candidate will support a minimum of three events, with responsibilities applying to each event they are assigned to. You will play a key role in ensuring marketing campaigns are executed smoothly, assets are delivered on time, and communications align with brand standards.

Key Responsibilities

Marketing Execution (Per Event)

● Produce 2–3 social media posts per week
● Drive LinkedIn engagement across company pages and key stakeholders
● Write compelling email copy including announcements, reminders, and nurture campaigns
● Adapt existing content for targeted audiences
● Coordinate media partner requirements including copy and assets
● Develop sponsor decks and sales enablement materials
● Update website content such as speakers, agendas, and partner information
● Source, edit, and caption images for social channels

Campaign Coordination (Per Event)

● Tailor and manage marketing workflows within Monday.com
● Maintain deadlines, approvals, and asset tracking
● Ensure all work follows established sign-off processes
● Provide weekly progress updates
● Liaise with internal teams, producers, sponsors, speakers, and partners
● Confidently step into live campaigns and drive delivery without extensive onboarding

Desirable (Not Essential)

● PPC setup, monitoring, and optimisation