Sales Executive – Cape Jewish Chronicle
ABOUT THE ORGANISATION AND THE ROLE
The Cape Jewish Chronicle is a cornerstone of the Cape Town Jewish community. With a monthly digital edition and three print editions annually—timed with major Jewish holidays—our publication reaches Jewish households locally, nationally, and abroad. We are a key communication and storytelling platform for our vibrant and diverse community.
We are looking for a Sales Executive with a passion for media, relationship-building, and community engagement. The successful candidate will be responsible for selling advertising space across both print and digital formats, growing our advertiser base, and nurturing long-standing client relationships. This is a dynamic role suited to a confident, target-driven individual who understands the value of community media and thrives in a relationship-oriented environment.
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Advertising Sales & Revenue Growth
- Sell advertising space in monthly digital editions, print issues, and on the website
- Prospect and develop new business from local and regional enterprises
- Build tailored advertising packages that meet client goals and budgets
- Negotiate rates and close advertising deals within pricing structures
- Meet or exceed monthly and annual revenue targets.
2. Relationship Management & Client Service
- Maintain strong, long-term relationships with existing advertisers
- Provide post-sales support and encourage repeat business
- Represent the Chronicle at community events and networking opportunities
- Act as a brand ambassador with professionalism and warmth
3. Sales Process & Collaboration
- Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation to contract signing
- Collaborate with the editorial and design teams for advert placement and scheduling
- Prepare professional proposals and maintain accurate records of sales activity
- Keep CRM and billing systems up to date with client data and interactions
4. Digital & Industry Awareness
- Use LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and other tools for lead sourcing and market trends
- Stay informed about digital advertising formats and community media dynamics
- Understand digital performance metrics (impressions, CTRs, etc.) to support sales strategies.
REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
1. Work experience and industry exposure
- Atleast 2–5 years in sales, media, advertising, or marketing
- Experience in print or digital advertising highly advantageous
- Familiarity with the Jewish community landscape a plus.
2. Strong Communication and Interpersonal skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Skilled in pitching, negotiation, and closing deals
- Warm, confident, and relationship-driven.
3. Sales and Technical Skills
- Target-focused with a proactive sales mindset
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, email, and CRM platforms
- Confident using social media for business development
- Basic understanding of digital advertising metrics.
4. General / Personal Attributes
- Self-starter who works independently and takes initiative
- Organised, dependable, and deadline-conscious
- Passionate about community engagement and media impact.
Interested?
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Closing date for applications: 1 July 2025
If you have not been contacted within 2 weeks of submitting your application, kindly consider your application to have been unsuccessful
Job Features
| Job Category | Media, PR & Communications, Sales |
| Location: | Cape Town |
| Reporting to: | Editor / Board Representative |
| Nature of contract: | Contract with potential for renewal |
| Hours of work: | Part-time: four hours per day in office Monday to Friday, Mornings 9am – 1pm (can be discussed) |
| Salary range: | Basic + commission (market-related) |
| Closing date for applications: | 1 July 2025 |
| Interested? | Please click on the APPLY NOW / DOWNLOAD APPLICATION button above which will take you directly to Google application form |