Marketing Assistant (Communications Support)

Job Title: Marketing Assistant
Team / Practice Area: Communications
Location: Ballito, South Africa
Reporting To: Senior Marketing Specialist

About WKC Group
WKC is a management-owned, international environmental consultancy specialising in science-led environmental studies that support clients’ permitting, financing and wider corporate objectives. Established in 2009, the company has grown from its origins in the Middle East and Africa to deliver projects globally across sectors including energy, mining, transportation, infrastructure and residential development. 

Our work combines scientific expertise, regulatory knowledge and industry insight to help clients navigate environmental challenges and deliver sustainable development outcomes.

At WKC you’ll work alongside a team of environmental specialists delivering high-impact projects across multiple sectors and regions. Our collaborative partnership model encourages knowledge sharing and innovation across offices, enabling our teams to develop technically robust solutions to environmental challenges.

Role Summary
The Marketing Assistant will support the Communications Team in delivering high‑quality marketing and communications outputs across the business. This role plays a key part in the development, maintenance, and organisation of WKC’s marketing assets, digital platforms, and internal communications materials.

Working closely with team members across multiple offices, the Marketing Assistant will help ensure consistency, accuracy, and brand alignment across company‑wide materials and channels. The role contributes directly to efficient communications operations, improved content delivery, and the continued growth of WKC’s brand and practice areas.

This is a supportive, detail‑oriented role suited to a candidate eager to learn, grow, and develop within a structured, professional consultancy environment.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Communications Team with day‑to‑day marketing and communications operations

Assist in the development, formatting, and maintenance of marketing and communications materials

Manage and update internal asset libraries, brand templates, and documentation systems

Maintain and update digital platforms, including website content and online profiles

Support preparation of internal and external communications content

Assist with scheduling and coordination of social media content

Monitor industry and digital trends to support continuous improvement

Liaise with internal teams to gather information, content, and project updates

Support reporting, documentation, and internal communications processes

Provide general administrative and operational support to the Communications Team

Adapt to evolving priorities and business needs, ensuring responsive and reliable delivery

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Essential

Relevant work experience in marketing, communications, or a similar support role

Strong written and verbal communication skills

High attention to detail and strong organisational skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and priorities

Strong work ethic and professional attitude

Willingness to learn and develop new skills

Team‑oriented mindset with strong collaboration abilities

Comfortable working in a structured, process‑driven environment

Ability to adapt to change and work in a dynamic business environment

(Education in marketing, communications, or a related field is advantageous)

Desirable

Experience in a professional services or technical services environment

Experience managing digital content platforms and business profiles

Familiarity with brand systems, templates, and communications structures

Basic design or layout experience using existing templates

Experience working with internal content libraries or document control systems

Awareness of digital and content trends

Experience working across multiple teams or office locations

Strong personal accountability and reliability

The role requires a collaborative and detail‑oriented working style, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally across teams and regions. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong organisational and time‑management skills, a curious and analytical mindset, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Consistency, accuracy, and a structured approach to work are important, along with a proactive attitude and the ability to problem‑solve in a dynamic environment.

Career Development

Exposure to international teams and multi‑office collaboration

Development of marketing and communications specialism

Opportunities to contribute to multi‑disciplinary business initiatives

Potential for progression into broader communications or marketing coordination roles

If you’re excited by the opportunity to contribute to science‑led environmental solutions and support communications across a global consultancy, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your application along with a CV outlining your experience and interest in the role.