YES Programme Candidate: Marketing (Part-Time)

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**Overview** This is a part-time, 12-month contract opportunity for a YES Programme Candidate specializing in Marketing at Curro. It is a stipend-based role, not a salaried position, specifically designed for previously unemployed South African youth as part of the Youth Employment Service (YES) Programme. **What you will do** * Assist with the creation and distribution of marketing materials, including flyers, posters, and newsletters. * Support social media content planning, posting, and engagement. * Help coordinate school events, open days, and promotional activities. * Assist with photography, videography, and content collection for campaigns. * Maintain databases and mailing lists for communication. * Provide administrative support for marketing projects and reporting. * Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure brand consistency. * Uphold Curro’s ethos and values through professionalism, creativity, and teamwork. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Must be a South African youth between 18 and 34 years old. * Must be previously unemployed. * Stipend range: R5 241,00 – R6 000,00 per month. * A qualification in Marketing, Communications, Media Studies, or a related field is advantageous. * SACE registration (provisional or conditional) is accepted. * Must be living close to the Curro school for which you are applying. * Creativity and enthusiasm for marketing and communication. * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Computer literacy, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and social media platforms. * Organisational skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. * Attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in content creation and reporting. * Team collaboration, demonstrating a willingness to support colleagues and learn from feedback. * Strong soft skills and work ethic, including being punctual, reliable, professional, trustworthy, and eager to learn. **Who should apply** Ideal candidates are previously unemployed South African youth aged 18 to 34, who reside near the Curro school they wish to join. They should have a passion for marketing and communication, exhibiting creativity, strong communication skills (both written and verbal), and computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office and social media. The role requires individuals who are organised, detail-oriented, collaborative team players, and possess a strong work ethic characterized by punctuality, reliability, professionalism, trustworthiness, and a keen eagerness to learn. While not strictly mandatory, a qualification in Marketing, Communications, Media Studies, or a related field is beneficial, and candidates with provisional or conditional SACE registration are welcome. **Deadline** 30 October 2026. **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/yes-programme-candidate-marketing-part-time-curro-holdings-ltd Source: myjobmag

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