Job Title

Amadeus GTD Southern Africa, is looking to hire a marketing trainee on a fixed-term contract for 12-months. The position will be based in Fourways, Johannesburg.

As Marketing trainee (intern), you will be involved in assisting the Senior Marketing Specialist with marketing campaigns to promote a product, service, or idea. It is a varied role that includes planning, advertising, public relations, event organisation, product development, distribution, sponsorship, and research.

Common accountabilities:

General Support:

Report to Senior Marketing Specialist in providing valuable insights and updates.

Support the Senior Marketing Specialist in daily administrative tasks.

Assist in marketing and advertising promotional activities (e.g., social media, direct mail, and web).

Prepare promotional presentations and design elements.

Prepare and distribute marketing materials to commercial teams for customer events, meetings, etc.

Keep an updated events calendar that can be distributed to the commercial team, regularly.

Manage and update company database and customer relationship management systems (CRM).

Assist with the organisation and coordination of marketing and promotional events, such as conferences, exhibitions, and trade shows.

Build and maintain trusting relationships with new and existing suppliers/vendors.

Monitor digital marketing campaigns based on goals and KPIs.

Assist in creating and updating content on multiple platforms, including website, social media accounts, blogs, and emails.

Arrange pick-up and delivery of marketing materials/merchandise to and from suppliers.

Any other administrative task that will be required from time to time.

Performs routine and clearly defined tasks following specific instructions or under close supervision​

Identifies the problem and all relevant issues in straightforward situations, assesses each using standard procedures and makes sound routine and learned decisions to take action.​

Has limited working knowledge and skills developed through formal Training or work experience.

Specific accountabilities:

Having good communication skills.

Being able to work under pressure.

Having good judgement.

Being trustworthy and reliable.

Having high attention to details.

Being able to act in a confidential manner.

Having teamwork skills.

Having interpersonal abilities.

Being organised and methodical.

Having commercial awareness.

Education Requirements

Certificate or Diploma in Travel and Tourism, or equivalent in experience

Diploma in Marketing, or equivalent in experience

Knowledge & Skills

Fluent in written and spoken English

Organised, structured, accurate, attention to detail, proactive and capable of working independently.

Flexible and adaptable

Travel industry or GDS knowledge (retail, airline, tour operator) will advantages.

Good working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Experience in data input and CRM systems

Driver’s license and own reliable vehicle is required.

Diversity & Inclusion

Amadeus aspires to be a leader in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the tech industry, enabling every employee to reach their full potential by fostering a culture of belonging and fair treatment, attracting the best talent from all backgrounds, and as a role model for an inclusive employee experience.  

Amadeus is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, beliefs, disability or any other characteristics protected by law.