Head of Digital

Role Overview

For candidates exploring sports jobs in Durban, this Head of Digital role offers a grounded opportunity with room to contribute from the start.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the team by managing responsibilities: Social Strategy & Growth: Own the comprehensive social roadmap aligned with rugby seasons and fan behavior.
• Take ownership of Drive platform-specific tactics for TikTok, Instagram, X, and YouTube.
• Support the team by managing tactical Execution: Lead daily decision-making on storytelling, hooks, and posting schedules to capture peak engagement (match-day, pre/post-match, and off-season).
• Take responsibility for the core day-to-day work expected of a Head of Digital.
• Work with colleagues, customers or suppliers to keep work moving and issues visible.

Requirements

• 7+ years of relevant experience
• Good planning habits, attention to detail and reliable follow-through.
• Comfort working to agreed standards while adapting when operational needs change.
• Comfort with the systems, tools or technical platforms mentioned in the source role.