Marketing Associate

Johannesburg, South Africa Posted on 03/16/2026

• Zip/Postal Code Sunninghill, Johannesburg

About Us

CloudPlexo is a global leader in cloud-native IT consulting, helping businesses unlock the potential of the technology to achieve agility, scalability, flexibility, and security. Recognised as an AWS Advanced Tier Consulting & Technology Partner, the company specializes in services such as Cloud Migration & Optimization, Cloud Security & Cybersecurity, Data Analytics & AI, and DevOps as a Service and others. By leveraging cutting-edge strategies, CloudPlexo helps enterprises achieve their IT and business transformation goals. With a commitment to empowering businesses worldwide, CloudPlexo drives digital transformation to deliver meaningful results.

Job Description ABOUT THE ROLE Drive the Narrative. Own the Impact.

This role is a launchpad for an ambitious early career marketer ready to turn practical experience into a high impact career inB2B technology marketing. At CloudPlexo, you won't just assist, you'll help drive the story.

As aMarketing Associate based in South Africa, you will play a key role in executing high visibility campaigns, strengthening our brand presence, and driving measurable engagement across digital channels and industry initiatives.

You will collaborate with dynamic teams acrossAfrica, Europe, and global technology ecosystems, contributing directly to initiatives that acceleratecloud innovation, startup growth, and digital transformationfor our clients.

This is a hands on role where you willbuild, experiment, and learn by doing, with real responsibility and real impact from day one.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Building, Executing, Leading. 1) Demand Generation & Campaign Execution

• Execute integrated marketing campaigns across digital platforms to boost brand awareness and generate qualified leads.
• Support the development and execution of email marketing, newsletters, and audience engagement initiatives.
• Drive engaging social media campaigns that amplify company announcements, industry insights, and events.
• Help expand CloudPlexo's digital footprint to attract and nurture a global audience of prospects, founders, and partners.

2) Content & Thought Leadership

• Develop blog articles, event narratives, and marketing copy aligned with CloudPlexo's messaging.
• Translate complex technology concepts into clear, engaging content for both business and technical audiences.
• Support the creation and distribution of thought leadership content aroundcloud, AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation.
• Contribute creative ideas that strengthen CloudPlexo's voice within the global technology ecosystem.

3) Research & Market Insights

• Conduct research on industry trends across cloud computing, AI, cybersecurity, startups, and emerging technologies.
• Identify potential partners, speakers, communities, and ecosystem opportunities to support marketing initiatives.
• Provide insights that inform campaigns, events, and marketing strategies.

4) Events & Ecosystem Engagement

• Support the coordination and execution of webinars, technology events, and community initiatives.
• Assist with outreach to founders, technology partners, and ecosystem stakeholders.

5) Campaign Performance & Optimization

• Support campaigns from concept through launch while ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Monitor campaign performance and provide insights to improve engagement and results.

Requirements

You may be a great fit if you are:

• Anearly-career professional with 1-2 years of experiencein Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field (internships count).
• Excited about technology, startups, cloud innovation, AI, and digital transformation.
• Curious and proactive, eager to learn quickly and take initiative.
• Organized and disciplined, able to manage multiple priorities and follow through on tasks.
• Collaborative, comfortable working with teams across regions and cultures.
• Motivated to build a long term career in B2B technology marketing.
• Experience withdigital marketing, content creation, campaigns, or social media marketing
• Interest intechnology ecosystems, SaaS, startups, SMBs, or enterprise solutions

Above all, we're looking for someone withinitiative, creativity, and the drive to make an impact.

GROWTH AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT

At CloudPlexo, we invest in building future leaders.

High-performing Marketing Associates can grow into roles such as:

• Growth Marketing Specialist
• Marketing Manager
• Regional Marketing Lead

You'll gainhands on experience working on global campaigns, technology ecosystems, and startup innovation initiativeswhile learning directly from experienced marketing and sales leaders.

• Accelerated Career Growth: A rigorous, performance based path

Mentorship: Direct coaching from top-performing marketing leaders

Hands On Global Technology Exposure: Rapid immersion into the B2B technology sales and marketing for leading digital transformation solutions

Flexible working hours and team building events designed to celebrate success

Working here means:

• Collaborating with a global team across Africa, Europe, and beyond

Learning how marketing works in high growth technology environments

Being exposed to cloud, AI, and innovation ecosystems

Working in a culture that values initiative, curiosity, and impact

We want people who are excited to build something meaningful and grow along the way.

Our Culture

We're a team that values:

Ownership

Continuous learning

If you're someone who wants to learn fast, take responsibility, and grow into a high impact professional, you'll fit right in.