Brand Manager

Mergon is seeking to employ a Brand Manager to help create, implement and oversee the full brand and communications strategy of Mergon - a foundation with a footprint in both the Christian and commercial world.

Working at the centre of a small team and drawing on a network of specialist creatives and strategic partners, the Brand Manager will produce and integrate high-quality content that resonates with our audiences and stays true to the Mergon brand narrative. A passion for digital marketing, social media and emerging technologies is essential, as is the ability to translate these into effective brand communication and campaigns.

The role is based in Stellenbosch and reports to the Communications Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Help develop and drive Mergon's marketing strategy, brand positioning and creative campaigns across all channels.
• Conceptualise, produce and oversee high-quality content that engages audiences, builds the brand and tells the Mergon story with clarity and consistency.
• Manage social media presence — from content conceptualisation and creation through to scheduling, publishing and community engagement.
• Act as brand guardian: protect and evolve Mergon's brand guidelines, and onboard internal stakeholders to brand standards to ensure coherence across all touchpoints.
• Ensure alignment and consistency of messaging and brand identity across all communications materials and platforms.
• Monitor, report and analyse the effectiveness of day-to-day communications and campaigns across all platforms, feeding insights back into strategy.
• Plan and manage the marketing calendar, ensuring deliverables are on time and on budget.
• Manage and optimise paid digital advertising campaigns.
• Manage relationships with various stakeholders, including the briefing and oversight of contractors and suppliers.
• Stay current with digital marketing trends, platform developments and emerging AI technologies - including the practical use of AI tools for content production, research and workflow efficiency - and proactively apply these to Mergon's communications approach.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or relevant diploma in marketing, brand management, communications or visual design.
• 5-7 years of experience in marketing and communications, with a proven track record in campaign conceptualisation and implementation, data analysis and performance management.
• Strong graphic design and copywriting skills, with proficiency in design tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva or similar) and presentation software (Keynote, PowerPoint).
• Video content creation or editing experience is advantageous.
• Experience with Google Analytics, Meta Ads Manager, social media content creation, web content management and email platforms.
• Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to handle multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Excellent IT skills with the ability to quickly learn new tools and adapt to changing communication trends.
• Alignment with Mergon's Christian values and ethos is essential to this role.
• Experience in the faith and work space would be advantageous.

What We Offer

Mergon offers the opportunity to do brand work that genuinely matters - at the intersection of business, grant funding and faith. You'll work in a collaborative, values-driven environment where creativity and strategic thinking are equally valued.