The Role:
Detego Global is seeking an experienced, hands-on Digital Marketing & Web Executive to join our growing marketing team at our Midrand office in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Our award-winning, patented digital forensics technology and highly customisable case management solutions are used by law enforcement, military, intelligence agencies, and corporate organisations around the world to help prevent and investigate crime, uncover critical evidence, and support the pursuit of justice. By joining Detego Global, you’ll have the opportunity to work with technology that makes a genuine difference, helping us bring powerful investigative tools to the people who need them most.
Reporting directly to the Director of Marketing, you will take ownership of our global websites, customer portals, and associated digital platforms, while supporting digital marketing campaigns, search optimisation, lead generation, and online growth.
The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on website development and management experience, combined with practical expertise in Google Ads, SEO, digital analytics, and email marketing. You’ll be comfortable managing multiple websites independently, troubleshooting technical issues, building new digital experiences, and using performance data to drive improvements.
You’ll also be responsible for developing, launching, managing, and optimising a new e-commerce portal that enables customers to purchase software licences online.
This is an opportunity to take real ownership of our digital presence, collaborate with an international team spanning the UK, US, Europe, Africa, and Asia, and contribute to technology that makes a positive impact worldwide. You’ll also have a clear pathway to progress into a Digital Marketing Manager role as the function grows.
Location: Office-based, Midrand, Johannesburg, South Africa.
Reports to: Director of Marketing
Salary: Competitive salary of R420,000–R500,000 per annum, depending on experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage, maintain, develop, and optimise Detego Global’s websites, customer portals, and associated digital platforms.
- Design, build, and launch new websites, landing pages, and campaign microsites as required.
- Implement website customisations, troubleshoot technical issues, and maintain website security, performance, and responsiveness.
- Develop, launch, manage, and optimise an e-commerce portal, enabling customers to purchase software licences online.
- Execute SEO strategies and improve website visibility across traditional search engines.
- Support AEO and GEO initiatives, using specialist AI search visibility platforms to monitor performance, identify opportunities, and implement recommended improvements.
- Plan, manage, and optimise Google Ads and remarketing campaigns, including budgets, targeting, conversion tracking, and performance analysis.
- Create and manage email marketing campaigns, audience segmentation, and marketing automation workflows.
- Monitor website traffic, user behaviour, search performance, and lead generation using digital analytics tools.
- Improve website conversions, landing page performance, and the effectiveness of digital marketing campaigns.
- Produce regular performance reports with actionable insights and recommendations.
- Work closely with the Director of Marketing and wider team to support global digital marketing objectives.
What We’re Looking For:
- 3–5 years of relevant hands-on experience in digital marketing, website development, or website management.
- Strong experience with WordPress and Elementor, including independently building, maintaining, and customising websites.
- Familiarity with Joomla, WooCommerce, or similar content management and e-commerce platforms.
- Good working knowledge of HTML and CSS, with basic JavaScript and PHP knowledge advantageous.
- Proven experience managing Google Ads, including paid search, remarketing, campaign optimisation, and budget management.
- Strong understanding of SEO, including technical SEO, on-page optimisation, keyword research, and content optimisation.
- Knowledge of AEO and GEO, including platforms such as Cognizo, Profound, Peec AI, or similar tools, with the ability to monitor AI search visibility and implement improvements based on platform recommendations.
- Experience with Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and Google Tag Manager.
- Familiarity with SEO tools such as Semrush, Ahrefs, or Screaming Frog.
- Experience creating and managing email campaigns using Zoho Campaigns, Mailchimp, Brevo, HubSpot, or similar platforms.
- Understanding of lead generation, conversion rate optimisation, and marketing automation.
- Experience with website hosting, plugin management, security, backups, and performance optimisation.
- Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills and the ability to work independently within an international team.
- Relevant certifications, such as Google Ads, Google Analytics, or recognised digital marketing qualifications, would be advantageous.
Perks and Benefits:
- Competitive salary of R420,000–R500,000 per annum, depending on experience.
- Clear career progression pathway towards a Digital Marketing Manager position as the function grows.
- Opportunity to take ownership of Detego Global’s websites and digital marketing platforms.
- Work with award-winning technology that helps prevent and investigate crime worldwide.
- Exposure to international digital marketing campaigns and emerging technologies.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Collaborative and supportive team environment.
How to Apply:
If you’re a technically skilled digital marketer who enjoys building websites, improving digital performance, and taking ownership of projects, we’d love to hear from you. Please email your CV to hr@detegoglobal.com
