Overview
Description

Marketing assistants support the work of marketing managers and executives on projects directed at maximizing company profits and developing sales strategies or marketing campaigns.

Marketing assistants are responsible for:

compiling and distributing financial and statistical information such as budget spreadsheets
analysing questionnaires
writing reports, company brochures and similar documents
organising and hosting presentations and customer visits
assisting with promotional activities
visiting customers/external agencies
helping to organise market research.

They work closely with employees in other functions, such as advertising, market research, production, sales and distribution.

Must Have Experience within a Private Hospital Setting ! NB

Role Summary: Assist Marketing Manager in preparation for and implementation of all Marketing projects. Key responsibilities include: Assist in developing marketing plans and campaigns – across various regions and products Planning and execution of various marketing campaigns, projects and events Execution of all tasks allocated by Marketing Manager Monitor and report of media exposure received through various initiatives Sourcing, briefing of, as well as negotiating with, various marketing suppliers Manage and provide feedback on expected supplier quality and delivery timelines Control a job card system to track all marketing projects and related payment of suppliers Manage optimum stock levels of all marketing collateral Plan and commission artwork as and when required Research competitors, trends and products as and when required Proactively research and identify various marketing opportunities Serve as a quality check for appropriate representation of the brand Monitor and ensure the consistent representation of the brand at various offices Key skills and attributes required: Minimum 3 years’ experience in a marketing support role Ability to multi-task and focus on numerous deliverables at once

Requirements
Minimum level of education: Grade 12 Plus Tertiary Education Diploma or Certificate
Availability for travel: No
Availability for change of residence: No
Must Have Experience within a private Hospital Setting !!