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DESCRIPTIONWe are searching for a self-motivated Head of Communications & PR for Amazon’s Stores (retail) in South Africa. Part of the Global Communications and Community Impact (GCCI) team, the role will be responsible for all communications activities in the country including Retail, Workplace, Sustainability, Economic & Community Investment, and more. This role involves shaping media relations strategy, promoting and protecting corporate reputation, and leading creative PR campaigns in influencer and owned social media channels. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a track record in executing effective consumer and corporate communications programmes for large organizations.The successful candidate should have leadership experience, as well as an entrepreneurial and goal-oriented approach. Balancing both the strategic and the tactical, they will demonstrate bias for action while diving deep, thinking big, and insisting on the highest standards. They will lead from the front, and will be happy to roll up their sleeves to get the job done. They will be experienced in handling sensitive issues, acting fast with high judgment, making the right measured decisions, and staying calm in situations that (to others) appear unbelievably stressful. They are proficient in providing counsel to senior leaders, helping them make informed business decisions.Key job responsibilitiesDevelop and execute strategic corporate and consumer PR plans, utilizing media coverage and insights.• Establish strong relationships with key reporters, fostering impactful coverage and promoting Amazon’s reputation.• Build and maintain relationships with KOLs, including influencers and media personalities.• Craft strategic plans, press releases, and messaging documents.• Manage complex communications challenges and unexpected issues.• Provide counsel to internal executives on short- and long-term challenges.• Collaborate with internal stakeholder teams globally.• Manage external PR and content development agencies.We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:Cape Town, ZAFBASIC QUALIFICATIONS• Track record in social media, digital comms, and influencer campaigns.• Experience with high-level media contacts and KOLs.• Cross-channel campaign management, including paid strategies.• Issues management and message development experience.• Measuring impacts and benefits of PR programs.• Managing multiple agencies and budgets.• Budget oversight and resource management.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS• Experience evaluating innovative formats and emerging channels.• Collaborative team player with a strong bias for action.• Upholds high standards for work and results.• Strong written and oral communication skills.Amazon is an equal opportunities employer, and we value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief. Amazon is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups who may contribute to Employment Equity within the workplace and the further diversification of ideas. In this regard, the relevant laws and principles associated with Employment Equity will be considered when appointing potential candidates. We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. Amazon requires that you submit a copy of either your identity document or your passport and any applicable work permit if you are a foreign national, along with an updated curriculum vitae.

Currently recruiting a Marketing Manager for a 5* Hotel Group to be based in Cape Town to optimise the efficiency of the Sales & Marketing Department. He/she must maximise revenues and He/she also must ensure that relationships between the Group and all suppliers, remain conducive to profitable business for both parties while managing supplier yield.Minimum Experience and Qualification Required:Marketing diploma or degree – previous 5 star hotel5 – 8 years work experience in a similar roleExcellent communication skills, verbal and writtenComputer Literacy essential, Canva, photoshop and Microsoft OfficePositive attitude, Self-disciplined and motivated team playerAble to handle multiple projects simultaneously and perform well under pressureGood Interpersonal skillsDriver’s License with own transport preferableA keen eye with attention to detailInternational PR experience advantageousKey performance objectives:Create an overall brand strategy in line with the Group valuesCommunicate the brand strategy, internally and externallyWork on product research and marketing campaignsCreate brand awareness and ensure the brand stays consistent.Build relationships with target audiencesIdentify market opportunitiesExecute marketing initiativesCompilation, co-ordination and implementation of ad-hoc marketing strategies over and above the Strategic Goals should the need arise for a specific strategy in a particular segmentEnsure that all actions included in the Strategic Goals has taken place on a daily, weekly and or monthly basisMonitoring social channels for Daily Guest Reviews (Booking. com | Expedia | TripAdvisor | Google |ResDiary | Facebook)Process monthly invoices and ad-hoc invoices for paymentDesign ads for various publicationsDistribute weekly media / influencer forecastLiaise with Suppliers & Service ProvidersUpdate and mange 3rd party websites with copy, images, videos, menus etc.Marketing Collateral – creating or editing of collateral for printingMonitor brand integrity of all branded items (corporate ID and brand colours)

About our Client:Our Client is at the forefront of developing technology that allows businesses to accept transactions seamlessly across different channels. Their goal is to empower customers to build successful and sustainable businesses by enabling them to choose the right transactional channels for their specific market needs.Package:R40 000 – R50 000 per month;Remote work;Equipment management subsidy;Employee wellness offerings.The role you will play:Step into the dynamic realm of financial technology with our client – THE trailblazer in the industry since 1998. As a Key Account Manager, you will drive growth in their POS Terminal Business through new opportunities and strategies.RequirementsDegree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or related;5-10 years of strong selling experience, via cold calling, working through existing lead list and building on this with your own existing networkInternational travel (Mainly Cape Town, South Africa);At least 5+ years of experience in a similar position;At least 5+ years’ experience of IT products in the payment landscape;Fluent English, both orally and written. Knowledge of an African dialect will be considered an advantage;Dealing with Customers and Partners at C-Level;Dealing with managing foreign-based Customers.;Experience in business development on an international scale;Experience in the Sales and Distribution of POS terminals;Experience in IT products in Financial Services;Target oriented;Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills;Reliable, with integrity of character and strong business acumen;Building networks and relationships with our current and new customers.Duties and Responsibilities:Retention and management of customers;Negotiate sales and contracts with customers and suppliers;Marketing and upselling to customers;Retention, management, and expansion of Platform Partners;Communication to all external company touchpoints;General marketing aimed at increasing business;Coordination with internal divisions around external communications;Managing outsourced marketing, eventing and PR;Creating collateral and other supporting materials for Customers and Partners;Managing delivery of Products and Services to Customers and Partners.