Integrated Marketing & Communication Specialist (Contractor Role)

Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

To implement winning Integrated Marketing and Communication (IMC) campaigns for the BU/country segment / sector / product / coverage area in scope, ensuring cohesive and integrated marketing delivery across all advertising, direct marketing and digital marketing channels and activities to deliver a consistent and compelling message to target audiences. To contribute to marketing excellence, innovation, partnerships, and collaboration in the BU/country whilst aligning to the Group standards.

Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Business Commerce, Marketing
Experience Required
Integrated Marketing
Brand & Marketing

• 5+ years' experience engaging and influencing stakeholders at Executive level, developing and delivering high-impact marketing strategies and plans.
• Strong understanding of the financial services landscape, including market trends, customer behaviour, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities.
• Proven experience leveraging marketing technology, including marketing automation platforms, CRM systems, analytics tools, and campaign management solutions to optimise performance and drive results.
• Demonstrated ability to create and execute innovative, customer-centric campaigns that resonate with target audiences and strengthen brand engagement.
• Hands-on experience across digital marketing channels, including social media, email marketing, content marketing, SEO, and SEM.
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to use insights, metrics, and analytics to measure success, optimise campaigns, and inform decision-making.
• Exceptional project management skills, with experience managing multiple priorities, meeting deadlines, and delivering results in a dynamic environment.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, ensuring marketing initiatives are aligned to broader business objectives and commercial outcomes.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Conveying Self-Confidence
• Developing Expertise
• Embracing Change
• Generating Ideas
• Interacting with People
• Interpreting Data

Technical Competencies:

• Agency Strategy & Content Management
• Analysing and Interpreting Information
• Brand and Product Activations
• Campaign Planning & Execution
• Conducting Research
• Developing an Effective Media Mix
• Digital Media and Advertising
• Earned Media & PR
• Integrated Marketing
• Leveraging Sponsorships
• Managerial Budgeting
• Omnichannel Coordination

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