Copywriter - Cape Town at Democratic Alliance

• We are looking for a self-motivated individual to join us in making an impact to the lives of South Africans. The Democratic Alliance is building a future based on Freedom, Fairness, Opportunity and Diversity for all. If you are passionate about our country, share our values, and feel you are suited to this role, submit your application by 09 February 2026.

Job Description
The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• With the direction of the Head of Content Creation, conceptualising and writing compelling copy for a range of marketing deliverables across all platforms, including digital, print, bulk communications and long-form publications, in line with project deadlines.
• Working closely with the Content Creation Manager and Graphic Designer to ensure copy and visual content are aligned, on-message and delivered to brief.
• Proofreading all marketing content prior to publication to ensure accuracy, clarity and a professional end-product.
• Supporting the roll-out of all marketing campaigns, ensuring the smooth operationalisation of high-quality, on-deadline projects.
• Please submit your application by 09 February 2026 to be considered for this role, noting that any application that does not include the required or correct documentation, will not be considered.

Job Requirements
Minimum requirements:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Copywriting, English, Journalism, Political Science and/or Social Sciences (Post-Graduate level advantageous) 

Experience in:

• 3 years’ experience in a copywriting role
• Conceptualising and writing clear, engaging copy across a range of marketing platforms, including digital, print and long-form content
• Supporting visual storytelling through collaboration with designers, including providing input on imagery, layout and art direction
• Proofreading and editing written content for accuracy, clarity and tone, primarily in English (Afrikaans an advantage)
• Working within structured workflows, managing multiple deadlines and responding to feedback
• Supporting content sign-off processes involving multiple role-players across an organisation

Knowledge:

• A relevant academic background enabling confident, informed writing on public policy, governance and political issues
• Working knowledge of South African current affairs and the political environment
• Basic understanding of liberal democratic principles and the Party’s values and positioning
• Working knowledge of marketing and communications best practice
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Zoom, Teams and basic Adobe Acrobat

Skills: 

• Written and verbal communication
• Coordinating and organising
• Administration and attention to detail

Abilities: 

• Writing and editing skills, with the ability to adapt tone and style for different platforms and audiences
• Use initiative and work well in high-pressure situations
• Be outcomes-orientated, not simply task-orientated
• Work independently
• Apply sound judgement

Knowledge and commitment: 

• Spheres of government and the party/political divide
• Commitment to the principles, policies and programme of action of the Democratic Alliance
• Willingness to go the extra mile, which may include working long and irregular hours, weekends, and public holidays where necessary