Marketing Specialist - Johannesburg, South Africa - Axis Communications

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Job Title

Marketing Specialist


Job Description:

• Axis has something great to offer_ Axis Communications is looking for a Marketing Specialist based at the office in Johannesburg, South Africa, to cover for a parental leave.

This is a temporary employment for 8 months, with a possibility of extension.

WHAT IS AXIS?

Axis is a fast-growing and innovative IT company with a global footprint. Our products and solutions focus on security surveillance and remote monitoring based on innovative, modern, open technology platforms. This is a Swedish-based company with 4000 employees worldwide. Currently, we have offices in more than 20 countries and cooperate with partners in more than 70 countries. Axis offers a multicultural workplace with an open corporate culture. We allow and spur our employees' independent thinking. Here we bring together talented and creative people working towards the same goal
- _innovating for a smarter, safer world_

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

As a Marketing specialist, you will develop and execute marketing plans that have been prepared by the Africa marketing specialist as well as the regional marketing manager.

These plans are aligned to local and corporate business priorities and will involveof the implementation of integrated multi-touch marketing campaigns to help us develop the marketing pipeline and to deliver leads to our sales team.

You will also be accountable for planning and budget oversight for all the marketing activities in your regions and markets, in partnership with other team members.

You will be part of the local team based in Johannesburg, and work closely with themarketing team based in Dubai and work in cross-functional teams around the region.

• Some Key Responsibilities:_
• Plan, execute and follow up on marketing campaigns and activities i.e events, partner shows, webinars, trainings and digital programs driven by Axis and key partners (i.e., distributors, Technology Integration Partners and resellers) in your specific markets to support Axis local sales growth objectives
• Support in social media management, including the management of an agency for content creation (creative and copy)
• Oversee the development of creative assets (video, animation, graphics, etc)
• Research and identify new marketing opportunities for exposing the Axis brand and message to important target groups
• Lead and manage all aspects of physical and virtual events across Africa
• Actively work with Product Marketing and Sales, to ensure Axis' product launches are clearly communicated and demonstrated to key target groups
• Develop and support local partner activities
• Participate in quarterly reviews and planning meetings with local key distributors.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

To be successful in this role, you need to be a self-starter person with proven experience in leading projects and enjoy being the go-to person for new campaigns and activities, with responsibility for both strategy and execution.

The understanding of the different markets is crucial for this role. You need to be able to execute local marketing strategies depending on the territory.

We are searching for a dynamic and proactive person - who at the same time conveys a high level of trust, autonomy and accountability.

• We'd love to hear from you if you have:_
• Degree in Marketing/ Business Administration/ or relevant field
• At least 3+ years of experience working in a similar role
• Experience working for an international company
• Experience working with project/event management and/or channel marketing
• Experience from B2B marketing with focus on developing a 360degree marketing plan
• Experience from the IT or security industry
• Demonstrated strong stakeholder management skills
• Driven, proactive, and selfmotivated team player
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Fluent in English

WHAT CAN AXIS OFFER?

At Axis, you will be working within an international organization surrounded by enthusiastic people in an open-minded and innovative culture.

We are growing rapidly, which means that new challenges and opportunities to grow personally and professionally occur every day. Welcome to take part in our story of success

READY TO ACT?

Axis is a company realizing the benefits of a diverse workforce.

We know that diversity in groups creates a better working environment and promotes creativity, something that is fundamental for our success.

The first step of becoming an Axian is easy
- _all you have to do is apply_

Type of Employment

Temporary Employment (Fixed Term)

Posting End Date

• Certain roles at Axis require background checks, which means applicable verifications will be done in these recruitments. _
• Notice will be provided before we take any action._

About Axis Communications

With around 4500 committed employees in over 50 countries, we collaborate with partners worldwide. Together, we thrive in our friendly, open, and collaborative culture and inspire each other