Marketing Officer (P8) UJInvnt (Pty) Ltd. (3 YEAR CONTRACT without Benefits)

UJInvnt - Its primary objectives are:

• to commercialise on behalf of the University opportunities arising from the activities of the University and others including but not limited to Intellectual Property (IP) through several permutations which range from commercialising IP (licensing sale of IP assets) to owning equity stakes in new ventures (with outside investors) based on IP assets
• to provide technical and training services consultancy services and courses; and
• to hold shares on behalf of the Shareholder in other subsidiary companies and act as the Holding Company for commercial activities.

Job Description:

The Marketing Officer will drive the visibility and reputation of UJInvnt while supporting portfolio companies in achieving their marketing and visibility. This role combines strategic branding content creation and cross-functional collaboration to enhance the companys market presence and amplify the success of investee companies. The ideal candidate will excel at crafting compelling narratives developing high-impact marketing materials and leveraging data to measure effectiveness.

Responsibilities:

Branding & Promotion

• Develop and execute marketing strategies to elevate the companys brand among founders investors internal and external (industry) stakeholders.
• Create content for digital channels (website LinkedIn newsletters) showcasing investment thesis portfolio success stories and thought leadership.
• Organize and promote events (webinars pitch days industry conferences) to engage target audiences.

Portfolio Company Support

• Collaborate with investee companies to design tailored marketing collateral (pitch decks case studies product launch kits).
• Advise portfolio teams on branding digital marketing and customer acquisition strategies.
• Develop exit-focused materials (investor memos technology briefs acquisition teasers IPO roadshow content) that enhance valuation and buyer/investor/commercialization partner interest.

PR & Media Relations:

• Manage media outreach to secure coverage for the firm and portfolio companies in top-tier outlets (e.g. TechCrunch Forbes).
• Craft press releases blog posts and success stories highlighting milestones funding rounds and exits.

Performance Analytics:

• Track and report on marketing campaign ROI including website traffic social engagement and lead generation.
• Use data insights to refine marketing strategies and optimize resource allocation.

• Partner with investment teams to align marketing efforts with portfolio company needs.
• Leverage partnerships and co-marketing opportunities

• Bachelors degree in marketing Communications Business or related field.
• 35 years of experience in marketing preferably in venture capital private equity or high-growth startups.
• Expertise in digital marketing (SEO/SEM LinkedIn email campaigns) and tools (HubSpot Google Analytics Canva Adobe Creative Suite).
• Strong storytelling ability with experience crafting investor-facing content.
• Familiarity with startup ecosystems and venture capital impact investing and development finance institution cycles.
• Collaborative proactive and adept at managing multiple stakeholders under tight deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid drivers license.

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:

• Decision-making
• Process management
• High Attention to detail
• Planning and Organising
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Professional appearance
• Corporate culture focused
• Exceptional written/verbal communication and time-management skills.
• Deadline driven
• Active listening skills and following instructions
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Accuracy detail and quality checking

• Knowledge of data visualization tools (Tableau).
• Knowledge of Company rules and regulations.
• Working knowledge of the Higher Education environment.