An opportunity has arisen for a Public Relations Officer in Aliwal North. Suitably qualified candidates from across Eastern Cape are invited to apply.

Overview

Beyond that, an experienced Public Relations Officer is needed to support operations in Aliwal North. The role forms part of how the business keeps its marketing jobs portfolio strong in Eastern Cape.

The role suits a candidate who values consistency and clear communication. The Aliwal North operation runs on accurate work, steady relationships and a genuine respect for the people in the team.

Quality is everyone's job. Whether the Public Relations Officer is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in Eastern Cape is consistently high and consistently fair.

Stakeholders for this position include line managers, peers across the marketing jobs team and trusted external partners. Building those relationships early makes the next twelve months in Aliwal North much easier.

Our Commitment to Transformation

Inclusion is a core part of how the team operates. This is an equal-opportunity employer, and candidates from all communities — including women, youth and persons living with disabilities — are encouraged to apply for this role in Aliwal North.

Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Aliwal North.

B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.

Practical steps back the words. Structured EE reporting, transformation initiatives and learnership programmes give real opportunities to candidates from across Eastern Cape.

About Aliwal North

Aliwal North continues to grow as an employment hub in Eastern Cape, with in the growing Buffalo City Metro. This role gives you a foothold in one of its busier business communities, with access to the local services, suppliers and partners that keep the work moving.

If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Aliwal North, Eastern Cape.

Many candidates already living within reach of Aliwal North cite the location as one of the role's quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Eastern Cape economy.

Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Aliwal North.

Your Future Here

Career progression here is real, not a slogan. The marketing jobs space in Aliwal North offers a clear runway from delivery into team leadership and beyond, and managers sit down with each team member regularly to map out the next step in Eastern Cape.

Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Aliwal North team member.

Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.

Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Aliwal North have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Eastern Cape.

Your Workplace

Equally, the environment is creative, deadline-driven and data-aware. Cross-functional work with sales, product and design is the norm, and ideas are tested with real audiences quickly.

Notably, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.

Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Aliwal North site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.

A respectful, professional environment is the standard in Eastern Cape. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.

Why Join Us

Crucially, the company invests in the people who join it. From structured onboarding to ongoing skills development, you will find clear paths to grow your career in marketing jobs from your base in Aliwal North. Many colleagues across Eastern Cape have moved into senior roles after starting in positions just like this one.

Recognition matters here. Strong performers are noticed quickly, and many promotions across the business have started in the Aliwal North teams.

Equally, the company reinvests in its people: paid training, internal moves and the chance to take on bigger projects are all part of how careers in Aliwal North keep progressing.

Benefits are clear and consistent. Beyond the package on offer, the role includes the supports you would expect from an established South African employer in Eastern Cape.

Your Role

• Optimise organic search performance through on-page and technical SEO
• Ensure all marketing complies with POPIA and consumer protection codes
• Maintain the editorial and content calendar across owned channels
• Test, learn and iterate on creative, channels and audience targeting
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to inform positioning
• Monitor brand reputation and respond to customer comments online
• Manage paid media budgets across Google, Meta and LinkedIn

Essential Criteria

• Creative thinker who can also analyse data and report on ROI
• Proven experience managing paid media campaigns
• Familiarity with the South African media and influencer landscape
• Hands-on experience with Google Analytics, Search Console and Tag Manager
• Ability to work cross-functionally with sales, design and product teams

Notably, if your CV speaks to the points above, this role is worth a closer look.