Job Description

FIXED TERM CONTRACT ENDING ONE MONTH AFTER THE GENERAL ELECTION IN 2029DIGITAL MARKETER AND COPYWRITERFREE STATE LEGISLATURERef: FSLEG-DIGMARCOP-001Please note only applications reflecting the reference number (above) will be considered.The DA Free State Legislature wishes to appoint a dynamic and goal-driven individual who will be based at their offices in Bloemfontein. The successful candidate will report to the Chief Whip and Chief of Staff.The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Assisting with implementing the Partys direct marketing objectives
• Ensuring the Party is responsive to voters on all social media and any other relevant channels
• Developing an expert understanding of audience targeting in terms of online, direct and social media advertising as well as organic content sharing
• Ensuring that all content shared is of utmost quality and beyond reproach in terms of grammar, factual accuracy, strategic relevance and brand identity
• Conceptualising and writing copy for a range of marketing deliverables including graphics for social media, marketing emails and longer form booklets
• Proofreading all marketing content before publication to ensure a professional end-product

Prospective applicants must meet the following requirements:

• National Senior Certificate or equivalent
• Accredited course in social media and communication
• Minimum 3 years experience managing social media for brands
• Relevant experience with proofreading provincial languages
• Experience in Graphic Art/Design, use of Adobe In-Design, Photoshop advantageous
• Proficiency in English and one other provincial language
• Computer literacy, particularly MS Office suite, Zoom
• Information system and technology skills at intermediate level
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to produce accurate, high-quality work in line with specific standards
• Ability to work independently
• Strong coordination, muti-tasking and time management skills
• Systematic, comprehensive, and displaying excellent attention to detail
• Knowledge of the local, provincial and national political environment and dynamics
• Commitment to the principles, policies, and programme of action of the Democratic Alliance
• Willingness to walk the extra mile and offer support beyond the day-to-day duties
• Applicants MUST be in possession of a valid drivers licence and have access to an insured vehicle for daily use

Should you meet the above requirements and be interested, kindly forward the following to Applications, Democratic Alliance, Federal Head Office, PO Box 1475, Cape Town, 8000. Tel No: (021) 4651 431, Fax No: 086 4615 105 or e-mail: applications@da.org.za.

• Completed application form (To download the form, please copy the following link to your internet browser: https://bit.ly/DA_Application_Form)
• Copy of your relevant qualification
• Copy of your matric certificate
• Copy of your ID
• Copy of your drivers licence
• CV
• 1 page cover letter motivating why you would be a good fit for this role and why you wish to be employed by the DA

To apply online please visit our website: (To open this link, please copy the following link to your internet browser: https://www.da.org.za/get-involved/jobs-at-the-da)Kindly note the following:

• Any application received without the required documentation will not be considered
• Correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates. Should you not hear from us within 30 days of the closing date please consider your application unsuccessful
• We reserve the right not to make any appointments
• The Party will not require applicants to pay any amount or undergo any health-related tests to be shortlisted

Closing Date: 08 August 2024

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