Job title: Digital Performance Specialist (Senior level)
Employment type: Full Time
Experience: 5 to 10 years
Salary: Negotiable
Job published: 19 February 2026
Job reference no: 2863374445

Job Description

Who are we
A data-driven media agency based in Johannesburg, focused on delivering measurable performance and real business impact through strategic digital marketing and continuous optimisation.

Who are we looking for

  • A senior, hands-on Digital Performance Specialist
  • Strong strategic thinker with a commercial mindset
  • Confident managing multi-channel campaigns end-to-end
  • Comfortable engaging with stakeholders and presenting performance insights
  • Someone who takes ownership and drives results

What will you do

  • Develop and execute full-funnel performance strategies aligned to business objectives
  • Manage, optimise, and scale campaigns across Google Ads, Meta, TikTok, LinkedIn, and programmatic platforms
  • Allocate and manage budgets to maximise ROI (ROAS, CPL, CAC)
  • Implement and manage tracking via GA4, GTM, and platform pixels
  • Analyse performance data and translate insights into actionable improvements
  • Drive A/B testing and continuous optimisation initiatives
  • Provide input on creative and messaging based on performance data
  • Deliver clear reporting with strategic recommendations
  • Ensure accuracy across campaign setup, tracking, and reporting

What do you need

  • Proven experience in a senior digital/performance marketing role (agency experience preferred)
  • Strong platform expertise across paid media channels
  • Solid understanding of analytics, tracking, and attribution (GA4, GTM)
  • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to link performance to business outcomes
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • High attention to detail and strong operational discipline
  • Proactive, accountable, and solutions-driven

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