POSITION: MARKETING OFFICER – (1 Position)

Gateway Airports Authority Limited (Gaal)

Salary (as advertised)
R318 000 per year
Minimum qualification
Matric / Grade 12
Closing date

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In brief

**Overview** This document outlines the details for the position of a Marketing Officer (Ref No: MO/10/2026) at Gateway Airports Authority Limited (Gaal). This is a single position reporting to the Manager Commercial Services. The role offers an annual remuneration ranging from R 318,000.00 to R 348,909.60, excluding benefits such as Housing Allowance, Pension, and Medical Aid. Gateway Airports Authority Limited operates as an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, with targeted recruitment for previously disadvantaged individuals in line with its Employment Equity Plan. **What you will do** The successful candidate will be responsible for: * Developing and implementing marketing and communication strategies aligned with the organisation's objectives and market trends within the aviation sector. * Conducting market research to identify new business opportunities, customer needs, and areas for market growth. * Managing and strengthening the organisation's brand identity while ensuring consistent branding across all communication channels. * Planning, coordinating, and executing integrated marketing campaigns across digital and traditional platforms. * Monitoring, evaluating, and optimising campaign performance to maximise return on investment (ROI). * Managing digital marketing initiatives, including website content, SEO, SEM, email marketing, and social media platforms. * Designing and developing engaging marketing content and promotional materials for print and digital media. * Building and maintaining strategic partnerships with key stakeholders and industry partners. * Coordinating public relations activities and managing media relationships to enhance the organisation's visibility and reputation. * Organising and representing the organisation at industry events, exhibitions, trade shows, conferences, and networking opportunities. * Managing marketing budgets to ensure cost-effective utilisation of resources and achievement of marketing objectives. * Remaining informed of aviation industry developments, regulations, and compliance requirements affecting marketing activities. * Ensuring that all marketing campaigns, communications, and promotional materials comply with applicable legislation, industry standards, and organisational policies. **Requirements (from the original advert)** The original advert specified the following requirements for this position: * Grade 12 (Matric). * An NQF Level 6 qualification in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Graphic Design or a related field. * A minimum of 3–5 years' relevant experience in marketing, communications, public relations or graphic design. * Experience using CRM software and marketing automation platforms. * Proficiency in graphic design and content creation tools. * A valid driver's licence. * Experience within the aviation industry (added advantage). * Strong marketing, branding, and communication skills. * Knowledge of digital marketing, including SEO, SEM, email marketing, and social media management. * Excellent content development, copywriting, and graphic design capabilities. * Strong analytical, planning, and project management skills. * Excellent interpersonal, networking, and stakeholder engagement abilities. * Strong presentation, organisational, and time management skills. * Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. * High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. * Willingness to work long hours and travel occasionally for meetings, events, and industry engagements. **Who should apply** Candidates suitable for this Marketing Officer position are expected to possess a Grade 12 certificate, an NQF Level 6 qualification in a relevant marketing or communication field, and 3-5 years of experience in marketing, communications, public relations, or graphic design. Essential skills include proficiency in CRM software, marketing automation, graphic design, and content creation tools, along with a valid driver's licence. The ideal applicant will demonstrate strong marketing, branding, communication, and digital marketing skills (including SEO, SEM, email marketing, and social media management). They should have excellent content development, copywriting, graphic design, analytical, planning, and project management capabilities, alongside strong interpersonal, networking, stakeholder engagement, presentation, organisational, and time management skills. The role requires individuals who can work both independently and collaboratively, pay high attention to detail, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and are willing to work long hours and travel occasionally. Experience in the aviation industry is considered an advantage. In line with GAAL's Employment Equity Plan, applications are particularly encouraged from females (Coloured, Indian, and White), males (Coloured and Indian), and people with disabilities. **Deadline** 23rd October 2026 at 16h00. **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/gateway-airports-authority-limited-gaal-vacancies#spani-ref-mo-10-2026 Source: govpage

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At a glance

  • At least 3 years of experience.
  • SEO
  • Social media marketing
  • Project management
  • Driver's licence

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Job description

REF NO: MO/10/2026 This position reports to the Manager Commercial Services. Remuneration: R 318 000. 00 to R 348 909,60 Per Annum, excluding benefits (Housing Allowance, Pension, and Medical Aid). Minimum Qualifications and Skills Required: The ideal candidate must possess: - ·       Grade 12 (Matric). ·       An NQF Level 6 qualification in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Graphic Design or a related field. ·       A minimum of 3–5 years' relevant experience in marketing, communications, public relations or graphic design. ·       Experience using CRM software and marketing automation platforms. ·       Proficiency in graphic design and content creation tools. ·       A valid driver's licence. ·       Experience within the aviation industry will be an added advantage Competencies and Skills The successful candidate should demonstrate: ·       Strong marketing, branding, and communication skills. ·       Knowledge of digital marketing, including SEO, SEM, email marketing, and social media management. ·       Excellent content development, copywriting, and graphic design capabilities. ·       Strong analytical, planning, and project management skills. ·       Excellent interpersonal, networking, and stakeholder engagement abilities. ·       Strong presentation, organisational, and time management skills. ·       Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. ·       High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. ·       Willingness to work long hours and travel occasionally for meetings, events, and industry engagements. Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will be responsible for: ·       Developing and implementing marketing and communication strategies aligned with the organisation's objectives and market trends within the aviation sector. ·       Conducting market research to identify new business opportunities, customer needs, and areas for market growth. ·       Managing and strengthening the organisation's brand identity while ensuring consistent branding across all communication channels. ·       Planning, coordinating, and executing integrated marketing campaigns across digital and traditional platforms. ·       Monitoring, evaluating, and optimising campaign performance to maximise return on investment (ROI). ·       Managing digital marketing initiatives, including website content, SEO, SEM, email marketing, and social media platforms. ·       Designing and developing engaging marketing content and promotional materials for print and digital media. ·       Building and maintaining strategic partnerships with key stakeholders and industry partners. ·       Coordinating public relations activities and managing media relationships to enhance the organisation's visibility and reputation. ·       Organising and representing the organisation at industry events, exhibitions, trade shows, conferences, and networking opportunities. ·       Managing marketing budgets to ensure cost-effective utilisation of resources and achievement of marketing objectives. ·       Remaining informed of aviation industry developments, regulations, and compliance requirements affecting marketing activities. ·       Ensuring that all marketing campaigns, communications, and promotional materials comply with applicable legislation, industry standards, and organisational policies. Interested candidates must send their covering letter, comprehensive CV, certified copies of qualifications, ID document and driver’s license, not older than 6 months to: The Senior Manager Human Resources, Gateway Airport Authority Limited, P.O. Box 1309, POLOKWANE 0700, Or Hand Delivery to: Registry Office at GAAL Old Terminal Building, Landros Mare Street/N1 North to Makhado, Gateway Weg, Polokwane, 0699 or e-mail applications to HR.Admin@gaal.co.za . Enquiries: Ms. Faith Moropana (087) 291 1074 or 087 291 1056 Closing date: 23rd October 2026 at 16h00. Failure to comply with the above requirements will lead to disqualification. GAAL will not carry any related costs (Transport, accommodation or meals) for candidates attending interviews. Applicants should consider their application unsuccessful if no response is received within two months of the closing date. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to suitable checks (Criminal records, credit records for employment background) and verification of qualifications. It is the applicants’ responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation. GAAL reserves the right not to fill in the posts advertised. Canvassing of any GAAL officials and the Board will lead to disqualification. THE GATEWAY AIRPORTS AUTHORITY LIMITED is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and to this extent conducts targeted recruitment for previously disadvantaged individuals. The Employment Equity Plan of GAAL will apply in filling these positions. To this extend, we encourage females (Coloured, Indian and White), males (Coloured and Indian and people with disabilities to apply.

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