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EssenceMediacom

Digital Planning Lead

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa · Category: Marketing & Growth · Seniority: Lead · Posted: November 5, 2026 · Verified: Nov 6, 2026

Role Overview & Description

This role is the custodian of digital planning, translating brand and performance strategies into integrated full-funnel digital plans. The lead owns budget allocation, channel integration, and planning governance, ensuring all channels work cohesively to drive measurable business outcomes.
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EssenceMediacom

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Global media agency for planning, buying, analytics and commerce.

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