We are seeking a dynamic and skilled Mid-Level Content Manager to join our Strategy & Partnerships team. This role is at the heart of Pele’s storytelling - crafting, curating, and managing high-quality content that be part of brand growth, drive stakeholder engagement, and supports strategic business objectives.
The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of content strategy, exceptional writing and editing skills, and the ability to collaborate across departments to produce materials that are on-message, on-brand, and impactful.
Requirements
Content Strategy & Planning
- Develop and manage an annual content calendar that aligns with Pele’s strategic priorities, campaign timelines, and event milestones.
- Work closely with the Strategy & Partnerships Manager to ensure content supports brand positioning, corporate messaging pillars, and strategic touchpoints.
- Identify opportunities to repurpose content across multiple platforms for maximum reach and engagement.
Content Creation & Editing
- Research, write, edit, and proofread content for multiple channels - including websites, LinkedIn, press releases, newsletters, thought leadership pieces, internal communications, and event collateral, guided by the Strategies and Partnerships Manager.
- Work with the Graphic Designer and Brand Custodian to ensure written content is supported by compelling visuals.
- Ensure all content meets brand tone, style, and quality standards.
Content Management
- Maintain and update the company’s content library, ensuring all assets are current and accessible.
- Manage content workflows from brief to delivery, ensuring deadlines are met and approvals are obtained.
- Oversee publishing across digital platforms, optimising for SEO and user engagement.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
- Partner with internal teams to capture stories, achievements, and project milestones.
- Liaise with external PR agencies, media partners, and freelancers as needed.
- Support the execution of corporate events and campaigns with tailored content.
Performance & Optimisation
- Monitor content performance using analytics tools, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
- Track engagement metrics and prepare monthly content performance reports for the Strategy & Partnerships Manager and HOD.
Desired Skills and Qualifications
Essential:
- Degree or diploma in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
- 3–5 years’ experience in a content management or editorial role (in-house or agency).
- Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a portfolio of published work.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Familiarity with SEO principles, social media best practices, and digital publishing platforms (e.g., WordPress, LinkedIn, Mailchimp).
- Ability to work within brand guidelines while bringing creative flair to content.
Advantageous:
- Experience in corporate, renewable energy, or sustainability sectors.
- Knowledge of South African media landscape and PR practices.
- Experience with analytics tools (Google Analytics, LinkedIn Insights).
- Basic multimedia skills (photography, video editing, or Canva).
Competencies
Leadership Capabilities:
- Participative Leadership
- Planning & Organizing
- Monitoring & Measuring Cognitive Capabilities:
- Analysis & Attention to detail
- Problem Solving
- Critical thinking
Interpersonal Capabilities:
- Assertive
- Methodical
- Drive & Action Oriented
- Flexibility
- Excellence & Quality Orientation
Personal Attributes
- Strategic thinker with an eye for detail.
- Proactive and self-motivated with a collaborative mindset.
- Strong communicator with the ability to translate technical concepts into accessible narratives.
- Adaptable in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Passionate about using content to advance sustainability, innovation, and impact.
