Job Description
Job title: Digital Marketing Coordinator
Location: Midrand
Salary: Market-Related
Department: Marketing Department
Reporting to: Marketing Manager
Closing date: 18 May 2026
About the Role
The Digital Marketing Coordinator will play a pivotal role within the Marketing function, leading the execution and optimisation of integrated digital marketing activities across Southern Africa. This role is responsible for driving a strong, consistent, and performance-led digital presence across websites, social platforms, and marketing campaigns to support brand growth and commercial objectives.
This position requires a highly experienced digital marketing professional with a proven track record of managing digital channels, collaborating with cross-functional teams and external agencies, and leveraging data and insights to improve campaign performance. The ideal candidate is a strategic, hands-on marketer with deep digital expertise, strong stakeholder engagement skills, and a clear focus on continuous optimisation and measurable business impact.
Role Responsibilities:
Manage and maintain Southern African websites, ensuring content is up to date and platforms are fully functional
Monitor website performance and coordinate with developers and service providers to resolve issues
Develop and implement annual and monthly social media strategies and content plans
Create, schedule and publish content across multiple social media platforms
Plan, execute and monitor social media advertising campaigns
Deliver monthly reporting and insights on digital performance across all channels
Develop and execute digital marketing campaigns across email, SMS, display advertising and online platforms
Design and test email marketing campaigns and optimise based on performance data
Produce digital assets (e.g. banners and campaign creatives) and track campaign effectiveness
Analyse campaign data and provide actionable recommendations for optimisation
Provide digital marketing training and support to regional teams as required
Support the management and engagement of the internal HIVE community platform
Experience, Skills & Qualifications:
Essential:
Degree or Advanced Diploma in Marketing, Digital Marketing or related field
Minimum 5 years’ experience in digital marketing, social media management, web content management or digital communications within a corporate environment
Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Dreamweaver, Acrobat)
Microsoft Office Suite
Google Analytics or similar web analytics tools
Strong understanding of digital marketing principles, user experience and content optimisation
Experience working with website analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics or similar)
Strong analytical ability with a data-driven mindset
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
Experience in graphic design and digital content creation
Familiarity with email marketing tools and campaign automation
Basic understanding of HTML or other web-based languages
Springer Nature Skills associated with this role include:
SN-Being Resilient, SN-Collaboration, SN-Communicates Effectively, SN-Customer Focus, SN-Data Driven Decision Making, SN-Digital Fluency, SN-Drives Results, SN-Operational Excellence, SN-Planning and Organising, SN-Stakeholder Management
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Job Posting End Date:
19-05-2026