Seo Content Specialist - South Africa (12 Month Contract)

Canva

Johannesburg, South Africa
Hybrid
Seo content writing and/or content marketing
High-quality, search-optimised content creation
Editorial calendar execution and publishing
Canva is seeking an SEO Content Specialist for a 12-month contract in Johannesburg, South Africa. The role involves creating and managing SEO-optimized content, collaborating with the local SEO team, and contributing to broader SEO strategies to enhance the company's online presence

Job Summary

  • Join the International SEO team to help scale Canva's next phase of growth in South Africa.
  • You'll be responsible for creating and managing high-quality, search-optimised content that informs, inspires, and converts local audiences.
  • This role combines deep content expertise with broader SEO ownership, contributing to both ranking performance and long-term domain growth.

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Canva is seeking an SEO Content Specialist for a 12-month contract in Johannesburg, South Africa. The role involves creating and managing SEO-optimized content, collaborating with the local SEO team, and contributing to broader SEO strategies to enhance the company's online presence.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • SEO content writing and/or content marketing
  • High-quality, search-optimised content creation
  • Editorial calendar execution and publishing
  • SEO best practices implementation
  • Keyword research and competitor analysis
  • Content performance monitoring and analysis
  • Native or near-native English proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with AI tools and emerging technologies
  • Data-informed decision making
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Local market insights and user trends

Key Requirements

  • Proven experience in SEO content writing
  • Strong copywriting and editing skills
  • Experience with editorial planning and publishing in a CMS
  • Solid understanding of SEO fundamentals
  • Familiarity with SEO tools (Ahrefs, Semrush, Screaming Frog)
  • Experience using analytics tools
  • Ability to manage multiple workstreams independently

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