About ROCKBlue
is a nonprofit organization that partners with water and sanitation utilities in low- and middle-income countries to improve operational and financial performance. Through long-term technical support and strategic partnerships, we help expand access to safe, affordable water and sanitation for underserved communities worldwide.
The Opportunity
We’re looking for an Associate Marketing Director to join our team. This is a high-impact opportunity for an experienced marketing professional who wants to contribute their skills to a global mission. You will support the Marketing Director in leading our marketing team, focusing on content strategy, fundraising enablement, events, and enhancing brand visibility, among other key areas.
What You’ll Do
- Support team management with clear, timely communication
- Partner with HR to further build our team of volunteers, including marketing professionals, graphic designers, video production, and conference managers
- Lead the development and execution of content marketing strategies aligned with fundraising and outreach goals
- Write or guide strategic briefs and campaign plans
- Create compelling copy for donor materials, web, email, and social platforms
- Oversee content production planning and timelines, coordinating with internal stakeholders. Manage content calendar
- Collaborate with our team to manage content via our WordPress CMS
- Plan, manage, and support our team to maximize conference opportunities
- Contribute to content for:
- Brochures, one-pagers, and datasheets
- Conference activations
- Blog posts and donor-facing communications
- Website and social media
- Video content strategy and messaging (video production/editing not expected, but a nice-to-have)
What We’re Looking For
- Passion for social impact, global development, and clear, engaging communication
- A background in supporting nonprofit organizations
- Experience in sourcing, recruiting, and managing unpaid volunteers
- Significant experience in content marketing, communications, or editorial roles
- Ability to independently manage strategy and execution, integrating internal or external support when needed
- Project management skills and a collaborative mindset
- Preference for the candidate to be located in South Africa
Scope & Compensation
Initially, working a minimum of 15-20 hrs per week, with a compensation of 25,000 ZAR per month. We hope to double your hours and compensation after 4 months.
You will be an integral part of this team, helping ROCKBlue usher in a new era as the organization grows significantly in the 2nd half of 2025 and beyond.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: Up to R25 000,00 per month
Expected hours: No less than 20 per week
Application Question(s):
- Please share your level of experience with the English language
- Do you have experience building a team of unpaid volunteers? (Y/N)
- Why does this role and/or our mission interest you?
Experience:
- Non-Profit Organization: 2 years (Required)
- Managing a team of marketers: 2 years (Required)
- Marketing: 5 years (Preferred)
Work Location: Remote
