Marketing Assistant

A boutique business development firm is seeking a proactive and versatile Marketing Assistant for a 4-month fixed term contract. This role is designed for a self-starting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment where autonomy and initiative are essential. The successful candidate will support the team across a variety of marketing, administrative, and practical functions, ranging from social media content creation to the hands-on preparation of promotional materials. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain broad exposure in a busy, multi-faceted work environment. Key Responsibilities Social Media Management: Create, curate, and schedule engaging content for Instagram and TikTok using provided brand elements; actively manage and respond to direct messages across these platforms. Marketing & Artwork: Design promotional artwork for digital and print formats (including retailer leaflets and promotional materials) using Canva. Operational Support: Execute practical tasks, including sourcing packaging and assembling PR boxes for marketing campaigns. Administrative Coordination: Maintain office documentation, manage correspondence, and create professional documents and spreadsheets from scratch using MS Office Suite. General Assistance: Contribute to various ad-hoc business projects as required, ensuring high standards of accuracy and efficiency. Requirements Minimum of 2 years’ formal office-based work experience. Proven ability to work in a small-team environment; must be a self-starter who does not require constant supervision or rigid structural guidance. Intermediate proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Competence in creating original spreadsheets using custom formulas. Practical, "hands-on" mindset—comfortable with manual tasks such as packing PR boxes. Experience in creating digital and print-ready artwork using Canva. Demonstrated experience in managing and scheduling content for Instagram and TikTok. High levels of energy, dynamism, and an appetite for a challenging, pressurised work environment. Preferred Qualifications Tertiary qualification in Marketing, Communications, or Business Administration. Experience in a similar small-business or boutique agency setting. Required Software Skills Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Canva (Design for print and digital). Social Media Management platforms (Instagram and TikTok interfaces). Private transport is recommended Benefits Gain high-level exposure to diverse marketing functions. Opportunity to contribute directly to a busy, high-impact business environment. Valuable hands-on experience in a fast-paced industry. Work Type and Location On-site Location: Ottery, Cape Town.