10 Job Opportunities For South African Youth 2015
Here are 10 Job Opportunities you can apply for now……
1. Social Media Assistant
| Remuneration: | R13000 – R15000 per month Cost to company |
| Location: | Johannesburg, Randburg |
| Education level: | Degree |
| Job level: | Junior/Mid |
| Type: | Permanent |
| Reference: | #SMA |
Job description
Carte Blanche is looking to employ a sharp, socially connected, media savvy social media assistant:
- Manage daily conversation on social media channels;
- Provide administrative support and content management for web and social media platforms;
- Attend to general enquiries;
- Provide support on all aspects of social reporting and data collection;
- Conduct research in order to develop a good understanding of the social media landscape;
- Keep abreast with current affairs.
Requirements
- Relevant qualification (degree) in Journalism, Social Media, Marketing and/or Public Relations;
- Passion for online and broadcast news media;
- Good understanding of and keen interest in social media;
- Public relations and/or social media administration experience;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Keen eye for detail;
- Strong organisational and applied skills.
Advantageous
- Photoshop and video editing skills;
- Public relations experience;
- Proficiency in an African language.
Personal Skills/Attributes
- Good time management;
- Ability to handle pressure (high pressure environment);
- Reliable;
- Ability to work both as part of a team and independently.
Contact details
Carte Blanche
[email protected]
Or Apply here
2. Marketing and Accounts Intern
| Remuneration: | R3000 per month Basic plus commission |
| Benefits: | Company Petrol |
| Location: | Cape Town |
| Education level: | Degree |
| Job level: | Student |
| Type: | PermanentContract 3-6 Months |
Job description
B Online is a young and fast growing web development agency which is currently experiencing exponential growth. We are looking to grow our ReMe division which is currently working on our new and exciting cloud-based loyalty app dubbed ‘ReMe’.
To this end we are looking for an outgoing and energetic marketing and accounts intern that would be able to start working as soon as possible. The term of employment will initially be three months, with the strong possibility of a permanent position being available at the end of such a term, provided that the candidate’s performance has been strong.
The role will be paid and you are expected to work full-time, Monday-Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm, with possible extended hours depending on workload.
Requirements
- An Excellent command of the English Language – Written & Spoken.
- Previous marketing and business development experience at an academic and/or professional level.
- Understanding of social media marketing.
- Strong personal skills.
- Must provide own transportation.
Advantageous
- Proven experience in a client-facing business development role.
- Considerable social media marketing experience.
Personal Skills/Attributes
- High sense of accountability and responsibility.
- Comfortable working in small teams or individually.
- Deadline focused.
- Comfortable working under high pressure in changing environments.
- Outgoing and capable of speaking with various business partners.
- Interest in the start-up space.
Please apply online at www.bonline.co.za/careers by providing a carefully worded CV and cover letter,
or
By emailing [email protected] with the relevant documents as stipulated above.
Successful candidates must be ready to visit our offices for a follow up interview.
Start date: As soon as possible.
3. Brand Activation
| Remuneration: | R4000 – R6000 per month Basic salary |
| Location: | Pretoria, Mamelodi |
| Job level: | Student |
| Own transport required: | Yes |
| Type: | Temporary |
Job description
To increase the overall availability/visibility and communication of Red Bull in the off premise township sector: Counter service spaza, tavern, local convenience, small local shop and other non-traditional channels. The purpose of the brand activator role is to increase the reach, rate of sale and brand presence of Red Bull in their defined township area, by implementing growth initiatives, using strong tools of Picture of Success, and efficient activation of all of their tools + knowledge. On a part-time basis.
Requirements
1. Motivated, self-starter, great communication skills, determined, friendly, outgoing
2. Excellent communication (written and verbal) and active listening skills.
3. Entrepreneurial spirit and mindset.
4. Want to work to empower themselves.
5. Have a thorough understanding of Red Bull products and marketing.
6. Understanding of trade maths and how to calculate profit margins etc.
7. Time management, planning and organizational skills.
8. Presentation, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
9. Works with professionalism, focus, responsibility and passion by demonstrating:
a. initiative, drive and determination
b. credibility, honesty and integrity
c. results orientation and determination
10. Proficient in Microsoft programs Excel and PowerPoint.
11. Valid driver’s licence
12. Clean credit record
Advantageous
1. FMCG background in similar role as brand activator.
2. Part time FMCG background.
3. Effective journey planning – geographical knowledge of the territory is key
4. Required to be based in the Township of responsibility
5. Cross channel experience, must be able to work effectively in Off – Premise
Personal Skills/Attributes
Will to win, energetic, passionate
Credible, resourceful, innovative
Analytical, confident, flexible and adaptable
Resilient, driven, self Motivated
Enthusiastic, team player, charismatic
Respectful, problem solver
Contact details
Nyasha
Red Bull
011 244 9700
[email protected]
Or Apply here
4. Graphic Designer – Social Media
| Remuneration: | R10000 – R14000 per month Negotiable depending on experience |
| Location: | Cape Town, Woodstcok |
| Education level: | Degree |
| Job level: | Junior/Mid |
| Own transport required: | Yes |
| Type: | Permanent |
Job description
Wonder Social is looking for a creative graphic designer with an advertising school degree to join the team. **
If you’re passionate about digital advertising, hardworking, dynamic and willing to learn, then this could be the position for you.
Requirements
- Skills in Adobe CS6 suite with solid knowledge of InDesign and Photoshop
- Passionate, creative thinker with the ability to work across different brands and industries
- Excellent writing skills
- Acute attention to detail
- Strong organisational and personal time management skills with self-discipline to prioritise projects and optimally manage your own time
- Energetic and positive with a proactive approach to work
- Deadline driven with the ability to handle diverse activities
- Passion for design and visual communication
- Naturally social and a strong conversationalist with a flair for creative brand storytelling
Tasks include, but not limited to:
- Monthly creative conceptulising and idea generation (according to a defined social strategy)
- Designing high quality, creative social visuals for Facebook, Twitter and other social media platforms (on Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.)
- Understanding brand identities and being able to re-work existing CI/brand creative into monthly posts
- Identifying with brands and their target market and understanding how to visually communicate across a variety of industries and markets
- Work alongside a social media manager and strategist
- Keep up to date with current social media trends and topics
Advantageous
- ** AAA or VEGA Design/Creative graduates preferred
- Previous social media specific graphic design experience
- Previous digital/social media agency experience in a design role
If interested, please send your CV, portfolio and salary expectations to the below email address.
Contact details
Lauren Ferreira
Wonder Social Media
[email protected]
Or Apply here
5. Studio Sales Assistant
| Remuneration: | Market related |
| Location: | Johannesburg, Sandton City |
| Type: |
Job description
The Studio at Stephan Welz and Co, seeks a dedicated and motivated individual wishing to gain experience in the various functions of an art auctioneering house.
The candidate will handle sales of fine art and collectible items on a daily basis; conceptualise, research and curate exhibitions from consigned sellers’ collections in the studio; and take responsibility for the proactive marketing of exhibition openings, auctions or any other art-related event within the company.
Requirements
- A completed Visual Art/History related degree/diploma.
- An enthusiastic interest in South African art/design and collectibles.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English (any other language/s will be an advantage).
- Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to work well within a team.
- Excellent administration skills, keeping record of items and cataloguing.
- Proactive skills in sales, all sales administration.
- An understanding of handling and storing fine art and collectible items will be an advantage.
- An energetic, resourceful and flexible approach to the requirements of the post.
- Maintaining the Studio environment, keeping the working area clean, neat and tidy at all times.
The candidate will be required to be flexible with working hours as the studio operates seven days a week.
Only South African citizens will be considered.
Contact details
Whitney Bloom
Stephan Weltz & Co
[email protected]
