Junior Programmatic Manager

jellyfishcareers· Paid Media
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🌍 Remote📍 Durban📍 JohannesburgFullTime

About this role

At Jellyfish, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives and inclusive collaboration. We welcome individuals who excel in collaborative, varied teams and value the unique contributions that each person brings to the table.

Jellyfish is a global digital marketing agency; a unique fusion of tech enthusiasts, creative minds, and media and data experts all united to empower our clients along their digital journey. Our commitment to embracing diverse perspectives fuels our innovation and strategies that challenge the status quo, reinvent media activation, and craft influential stories for our global clients and their customers. Join us in shaping a future where business growth and personal fulfilment go hand in hand

Job Description

We are looking for a motivated Programmatic Manager to join our global Paid Media team. You will be able to utilise our existing ad operations, optimisation, and marketing skills and be involved in developing major client accounts.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

  • Optimise campaign performance across programmatic platforms, striving to refine tactics for our clients.

  • Develop insights to inform our client's strategies.

  • Partner with Business Development to generate strategies for prospective clients.

  • Interface with clients through written, phone, and in person communication.

  • Collaborate across our teams to create holistic advertiser solutions which span all areas of the digital spectrum.

  • Interpret attribution modelling and 3rd party analytics data.

  • Engage deal economics, media allocation, and advertiser investment decisions.

  • Mentor and educate more junior staff as the business expands.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in Programmatic advertising in an agency environment

  • Knowledge of real-time bidding, ad formats such as display, video, and CTV, demand site platforms, attribution models, and associated technologies, specifically within the Google Marketing Platform

  • Expertise in managing campaigns within DSPs like DV360, Amazon, & The Trade Desk

  • Experience with numerical detail, analysis, and using data and market insights to inform decisions and develop business strategies.

  • Business writing skills and ability to produce high-quality documents

  • Demonstrate a structured way of working, with the ability to cope with competing demands

  • Ability to experiment with new methods and technologies to solve complex issues.

Note: We emphasise skills, expertise and behavioural attributes over years of experience and traditional degrees. If you want to join our collaborative team, we invite you to apply today with your resume in English.

Additional Information

Join Jellyfish and experience a workplace where we prioritise your growth, celebrate your contributions, and empower you to tailor your work environment to suit your needs.

💰 Reward: You'll be eligible to join our discretionary annual bonus scheme.

💫 Custom Work Environment: Work remotely for up to 60% of your days and shape your day between 8am and 6:30pm with flexible working hours.

👪 Family Support: Enjoy 14 weeks of paid leave for primary caregivers and 4 weeks of paid leave for secondary caregivers. We also provide £1000 (or equivalent) towards courses for returning primary caregivers to support your transition back into work.

“Jellyfish will give preference to Employment Equity candidates in accordance with the company’s Employment Equity Plan and its Affirmative Action measures.”

Unfortunately, there has been an increase in fake recruiters impersonating Jellyfish and unlawfully using our brand name. If you are unsure if an email with a job offer you have received is genuinely from Jellyfish, or if you suspect any fraudulent activity, please report it to talentacquisition@jellyfish.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Is the Junior Programmatic Manager job at jellyfishcareers remote?
Yes, this Junior Programmatic Manager position at jellyfishcareers is remote, with team members based in Durban, Johannesburg. You can work from home or anywhere in the supported regions.
Is the Junior Programmatic Manager role at jellyfishcareers full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FullTime position. It is posted as a Junior Programmatic Manager role in the Paid Media department at jellyfishcareers.
Which team or department does the Junior Programmatic Manager at jellyfishcareers belong to?
This Junior Programmatic Manager position is part of the Paid Media department at jellyfishcareers. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Junior Programmatic Manager position at jellyfishcareers?
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When was the Junior Programmatic Manager job at jellyfishcareers posted?
This Junior Programmatic Manager position at jellyfishcareers was posted on Jun 3, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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