Employer: Hire Resolve A leading healthcare company that manages eight hospitals is looking for a Head of Marketing to join their team in Johannesburg, GP. The purpose of the role is to plan, organise and execute all Marketing work at Head Office. The incumbent is responsible for implementing the marketing tactical strategy, contributing to increased revenue and profitability of the business. Responsibilities:  Marketing Strategy and Governance * Design, establish and embed effective marketing tactical plans, policies, processes and governance structures. * Set goals and standards for CHG’s marketing at Head Office and hospitals to support overall marketing plans. * Adapt ways of working to accommodate requirements of different hospital marketing departments. * Develop and embed marketing policies, standards and processes across the Group. * Lead and manage PR campaigns to increase brand awareness, build trust and capitalise on customer sentiment. * Drive continuous improvement and manage marketing operations risks. * Ensure marketing service providers comply with CHG quality standards. * Develop the annual marketing operational plan derived from the approved marketing strategy. * Contribute to enhancing CHG’s value proposition for stakeholders (doctors, customers, patients). * Drive bi-annual market research and post-campaign analysis to identify opportunities and trends. * Develop annual initiatives and activations aligned with Group marketing strategy. * Monitor implementation of hospital-based marketing campaigns. Marketing Project Management * Scope and manage relevant Group marketing projects and initiatives. * Collect, analyse and summarise data and trends relating to marketing and PR projects. * Interpret research data and take appropriate focused action. * Drive local campaign initiatives in collaboration with Group Marketing Marketing Subject Matter Expertise * Provide technical guidance on all marketing-related matters. * Ensure marketing programmes and projects are technically correct in scope, content and sustainability. * Provide guidance, awareness and training to marketing teams across the Group. Stakeholder Management * Build working relationships across teams and functional lines to enhance delivery, collaboration and innovation. * Manage stakeholder relationships to optimise the business value chain. * Promote alignment by understanding and communicating departmental and customer needs. * Balance interests of a variety of stakeholders and adjust priorities to meet changing demands. * Manage service delivery quality to ensure successful business outcomes. People Management * Coordinate and supervise performance of direct reports. * Embed people-focused management strategies and implement policies that maximise employee potential. * Implement performance management plans that optimise delivery and enable a culture of recognition and fairness. * Conduct talent pool and succession planning. * Coach subordinates to be effective performers and prepare them for short- and mid-term challenges. * Recommend and co-create toolkits and training materials to support skills development.\ Finance and Cost Management * Monitor costs and expenses to achieve cost efficiencies and reduce waste. * Collaborate cross-departmentally to source relevant business information for accurate forecasting. * Collaborate with the Chief Marketing Officer to align marketing budget with tactical delivery plans. * Organise expenditure to ensure effective cost controls and efficient use of resources. * Manage expenditure planning and variances within approved budget parameters. * Develop business measurement metrics to track performance against financial goals. * Drive operational efficiency and quality standards in line with targeted financial performance. * Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, regulations, policies and governance standards.\ Reporting * Establish reporting best practices for area of responsibility. * Monitor, measure and report on progress against baseline plans. * Research, collate and present business intelligence to support management decisions and business strategy. * Ensure complete, timely and accurate reporting with appropriate escalation for effective decision-making. * Ensure integrated reporting of relevant business information. Requirements: * Degree in Marketing / Sales * Ability to develop marketing tactical strategies * Understanding of marketing in the South African healthcare sector * Marketing policy development * Project management * Data analysis and interpretation * Stakeholder management * 3–5 years’ experience in a similar environment * Sales-related experience is advantageous Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move. Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience. Apply for this role today, contact Gaby Turner at gaby.turner@hireresolve.us  or on Linkedin  You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: it careers@hireresolve.us