Digital Engagement Specialist

4 days ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Hashtag Nonprofit NPC Full time R250 000 - R750 000 per year
  • World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF South Africa)

Digital Engagement Specialist at WWF South Africa

  • Deadline:

04 November 2025

  • Region:

Cape Town (Hybrid)

  • Type of employment:

Full time

Job Description
Type: Full-time, permanent
Location: Hybrid, Cape Town (3 days in office)
Salary:
Available upon request
The ideal candidate blends creativity, analytics and technical precision to ensure WWF-SA's digital presence remains vibrant, data-informed and purpose-driven. You understand what motivates audiences to engage, donate and return - and you're energised by measurable impact

Why
WWF South Africa?
At WWF-SA, you'll join a passionate, mission-driven organisation making a tangible impact in South Africa's conservation and sustainability landscape. The organisation fosters innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning through its strong global network.

You'll be part of a dynamic, supportive team where digital creativity and purpose meet; helping to build meaningful connections between people and the planet.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in strengthening WWF-SA's digital ecosystem.

Roles and Responsibilities

As
Digital Engagement Specialist
, you'll take ownership of WWF-SA's website and digital engagement platforms - ensuring content is current, data-led and optimised for performance and donor/supporter centric experiences. About 60% of your focus will be on website structure, content and optimisation, while the remaining 40% will centre on building engagement strategies and supporter journeys that turn awareness into lasting participation.

You'll collaborate across communications, fundraising and conservation teams to design and deliver impactful digital campaigns that reflect WWF's mission and voice. From SEO and analytics to user experience and storytelling, this role goes beyond traditional digital marketing; it's about shaping how South Africans experience and engage with conservation online.

Qualifications And Requirements
The ideal candidate will possess the following skillsets:

  • At least 3 years' experience in web management, digital marketing or online communications.
  • Advanced CMS proficiency (hands-on daily management).
  • Strong SEO/UX capability and analytics expertise (GA, GTM).
  • Apply SEO, UX and analytics insights to refine content and boost performance.
  • Basic HTML/CSS plus image/video editing skills (Canva or Photoshop).
  • Collaborate with internal teams to craft engaging landing pages, newsletters and campaigns.
  • Use HubSpot (or similar tools) to automate journeys, segment audiences and track engagement.
  • Excellent written communication and project-management ability.
  • A relevant tertiary qualification in communications, marketing, design or digital media.
  • A valid driver's licence and Cape Town base for hybrid work.
  • Alignment with WWF values: Courage, Integrity, Respect, Collaboration and Inclusion.

How to apply

Please email us at  to request a full job description and person specification. You are advised to get in touch well in advance of the closing date to give us time to consider your application and pre-interview the strongest applicants.

Closing Date for Applications: Midnight,
4 November 2025.
First Interview Date: TBC
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  • Date posted:

17 October 2025

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