Marketing Graduate at Cape Town International Convention Centre

Job description

The Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) is so much more than just another convention centre. An exceptional centre requires exceptional staff and the culture of the CTICC is one of teamwork, recognition, personal accountability, and service excellence. We understand that it is only our people who make us the success we are and, as a result, we make every effort to ensure that we recruit and retain talented, qualified, and enthusiastic employees, who are team players, able to embrace our values, fit in with our culture and recognise the value of hard work in a dynamic exciting environment. 

The main purpose: The role of a Marketing Graduate serves as a foundation for gaining knowledge and actively participating in different aspects of marketing, advertising, administration, and research. The incumbent will play a key role in making our brand successful and will be a helpful support to the Head of Marketing.

Reporting to the: Head of Marketing

Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

 Coordinating Marketing Activities

• Play a pivotal role in coordinating diverse marketing activities.
• Collaborate closely with team members to ensure seamless execution of marketing initiatives.
• Support initiatives aimed at enhancing the performance of company brands and products.
• Work alongside the Marketing team, gaining hands-on experience in developing and executing marketing campaigns.
• Contribute to the implementation of marketing plans.
• Contribute to planning and executing events.
• Assist with coordinating logistics for successful events.
• Work collaboratively with different departments, aligning marketing activities with overall business goals.

 Administration 

• Assist in generating reports for the Head of Marketing.
• Support with cost estimates, invoicing follow-ups, and ensure accuracy in documents and designs.
• Contribute to project management activities.

 Ad-Hoc Projects

• Contribute to various ad hoc projects as requested from time to time.

Job requirements

Minimum qualifications and experience:

• Matric certificate (NQF Level 4).
• Must have at least a National Diploma in Marketing Management (NQF Level 6).
• Must have an excellent command of the English language and demonstrate a high level of communication, written and listening skills at all levels.
• Be computer literate and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word; Outlook and Excel).

Skills and attributes

• Be flexible in your approach and proactive.
• Be able to use own initiative.
• Be able to work accurately under pressure.
• Be detail orientated.
• Be trustworthy.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Have excellent planning and organisational skills.