SEO Coordinator (REMOTE SOUTH AFRICA) - 32146455297

Job Title: SEO Coordinator Job Type: Full-time, remote. General Summary: The SEO Coordinator will assist in executing SEO strategies while supporting broader digital marketing efforts. This role involves managing both on-page and off-page SEO tasks, collaborating with the marketing team, and completing specific work such as audits, keyword research, and Google Business Profile management. Note that this position does not include Google Ads responsibilities. We are looking for someone who is comfortable using AI tools like ChatGPT, editing content for website optimization, and ensuring keyword alignment. The ideal candidate will have a basic understanding of marketing concepts, with a strong desire to deepen their knowledge of SEO and digital marketing strategies. Key Responsibilities:

• SEO Strategy Support: Assist in executing SEO strategies, including keyword research, content optimization, and link-building efforts.
• On-Page Optimization: Perform on-page SEO tasks such as optimizing title tags, meta descriptions, headers, and content for websites. This includes editing content (but not writing it) to ensure it aligns with SEO best practices.
• Content Alignment with SEO: Ensure content matches the keyword intent through comprehensive keyword research. Collaborate with the team to ensure the type of page being created aligns with SEO goals.
• Keyword Research & Link Building: Conduct keyword research to optimize existing content and create new pages. Help develop link-building strategies to improve website rankings.
• Google Business Profile & Citation Management: Optimize Google Business Profiles and manage online citations.
• SEO Audits: Conduct comprehensive SEO audits to identify technical and on-page SEO opportunities for improvement.
• Performance Monitoring: Track and report on website performance and marketing campaign results using tools such as Google Analytics and Search Console.
• Content Editing: While this is not a content writing or copywriting role, the SEO Coordinator will edit and refine content to meet SEO standards. This includes ensuring keyword use, internal linking, and metadata optimization are effectively applied.
• Client Communication & Reporting: Assist with client communication, providing updates on SEO performance and campaign progress.
• Industry Trends: Stay current with SEO and digital marketing trends, bringing new ideas for strategy optimization and growth.
• Task Management: Take ownership of assigned tasks, ensuring timely completion, and maintaining organized project documentation.
• Other Duties: Complete other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an emphasis on editing and ensuring content quality for SEO.
• Comfort using AI tools like ChatGPT for content editing, brainstorming, and SEO tasks.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Gmail, Drive, Sheets, Docs).
• Basic understanding of marketing principles and a strong desire to learn more about SEO and digital marketing.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of experience in digital marketing, SEO, or a related field.
• Familiarity with digital marketing tools such as Google Analytics, Search Console, and SEMrush (preferred over Ahrefs).
• Basic knowledge of SEO tools like SEMrush, Screaming Frog, and HTML elements related to SEO.
• Experience with editing content for SEO purposes (not writing from scratch) and aligning content with keyword intent.

Why Join Us? We foster a collaborative and growth-oriented environment where team members are encouraged to expand their skill sets and make meaningful contributions. We believe in providing a balance of independence and teamwork, empowering our SEO Coordinators to bring fresh perspectives and creativity to every project. This role exists to allow our team to allocate more time toward supporting clients directly, and we’re looking for someone who is excited to contribute to that goal. If you're eager to grow in SEO and digital marketing (excluding Google Ads), this is the place for you!​​​​​​​