Marketing Officer (P8) UJInvnt (Pty) Ltd. (3 Year Contract Without Benefits) at University of Johannesburg

Job Description:

• The Marketing Officer will drive the visibility and reputation of UJInvnt while supporting portfolio companies in achieving their marketing and visibility. This role combines strategic branding, content creation, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance the company’s market presence and amplify the success of investee companies. The ideal candidate will excel at crafting compelling narratives, developing high-impact marketing materials, and leveraging data to measure effectiveness.

Responsibilities:  

Branding & Promotion

• Develop and execute marketing strategies to elevate the company’s brand among founders, investors, internal and external (industry) stakeholders.
• Create content for digital channels (website, LinkedIn, newsletters) showcasing investment thesis, portfolio success stories, and thought leadership. 
• Organize and promote events (webinars, pitch days, industry conferences) to engage target audiences.

Portfolio Company Support 

• Collaborate with investee companies to design tailored marketing collateral (pitch decks, case studies, product launch kits). 
• Advise portfolio teams on branding, digital marketing, and customer acquisition strategies.
• Develop exit-focused materials (investor memos, technology briefs, acquisition teasers, IPO roadshow content) that enhance valuation and buyer/investor/commercialization partner interest.

PR & Media Relations:

• Manage media outreach to secure coverage for the firm and portfolio companies in top-tier outlets (e.g., TechCrunch, Forbes). 
• Craft press releases, blog posts, and success stories highlighting milestones, funding rounds, and exits. 

Performance Analytics:

• Track and report on marketing campaign ROI, including website traffic, social engagement, and lead generation. 
• Use data insights to refine marketing strategies and optimize resource allocation.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Partner with investment teams to align marketing efforts with portfolio company needs.
• Leverage partnerships and co-marketing opportunities

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Communications, Business, or related field.  
• 3–5 years of experience in marketing, preferably in venture capital, private equity, or high-growth startups.  
• Expertise in digital marketing (SEO/SEM, LinkedIn, email campaigns) and tools (HubSpot, Google Analytics, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite).  
• Strong storytelling ability with experience crafting investor-facing content.  
• Familiarity with startup ecosystems and venture capital, impact investing and development finance institution cycles.  
• Collaborative, proactive, and adept at managing multiple stakeholders under tight deadlines.  
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver’s license.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Decision-making
• Process management
• High Attention to detail
• Planning and Organising
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Professional appearance
• Corporate culture focused
• Exceptional written/verbal communication and time-management skills. 
• Deadline driven
• Active listening skills and following instructions
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Accuracy, detail, and quality checking

Recommendations:

• Knowledge of data visualization tools (Tableau). 
• Knowledge of Company rules and regulations.
• Working knowledge of the Higher Education environment.

Deadline:13th August,2025