Hiring: Marketing Administrator at Pedros Head Office (Newlands East). Entry-level role for a organized professional with a Marketing degree. Manage content calendars, digital housekeeping, and departmental payments. 2-5 years experience preferred. Apply by 19 January 2026!
Company: Pedros (Head Office)
Location: Newlands East, KwaZulu-Natal
Job Type: Permanent
Experience Level: Entry Level (2–5 Years Experience Preferred)
Closing Date: 19 January 2026
Role Purpose
Are you a highly organized “structure-lover” with a passion for the fast-paced world of digital marketing? Pedros is seeking a Marketing Administrator to support our multi-brand, multi-country marketing team. In this role, you will be the engine room of our digital presence, ensuring that our content is live, our engagement is high, and our administrative backend is seamless. This is an incredible opportunity for a proactive graduate or junior professional to grow within a dynamic, household-name brand.
Key Performance Areas
Digital Content & Platform Management
- Channel Monitoring: Review daily content across all digital channels and manage the brand’s WhatsApp groups to ensure brand alignment.
- Content Calendars: Populate and maintain monthly content calendars, ensuring a steady flow of communication across all platforms.
- Platform Audits: Conduct daily checks for quality control, managing hidden complaints, community engagement, and brand consistency.
- Digital Housekeeping: Ensure all brand websites, social media pages, and the company intranet are up-to-date and functioning correctly.
Financial & Operational Administration
- Payment Processing: Manage departmental payments through Autopilot, liaising with the accounts team to ensure proof of payment (POP) is submitted.
- Budget Support: Assist with regional budget tracking, contract management, and approval workflows.
- Executive Support: Provide ad hoc administrative assistance to the Marketing Executive and the broader leadership team.
Collaboration & Growth
- Stakeholder Relations: Build strong working relationships with the finance and accounts departments.
- Adaptability: Work across multiple brands within the Pedros portfolio, adjusting priorities as the fast-paced restaurant industry demands.
What You Need to Succeed
Minimum Requirements
- Education: Degree or Diploma in Marketing or Communications.
- Experience: 2–5 years in a marketing support or administrative role is preferred.
- Tech Stack: Exceptional Excel skills and experience with social media/content management tools.
- Innovation: Knowledge of AI and ChatGPT is considered a significant advantage.
Core Competencies
- Attention to Detail: A “keen eye” for spotting brand inconsistencies or quality issues.
- Financial Literacy: Comfortable working with budgets, contracts, and financial approvals.
- Organizational Mastery: Strong follow-through and the ability to juggle multiple tasks independently.
- Positive Attitude: A collaborative team player who is eager to learn and grow.
Job Summary
| Feature | Details |
| Industry | Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) |
| Business Unit | Head Office – Marketing |
| Key Skill | Content Management & Financial Admin |
| Work Environment | Fast-paced, Multi-brand |
How to Apply
If you are a results-oriented administrator ready to join a winning team, please submit your application via the Pedros Careers Portal.