Location: South Africa (national scope)
Organisation: WESSA (Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa)
Closing Date: 30 March 2026
About WESSA
WESSA is Africa’s oldest environmental non-profit organisation, with a 100-year legacy of environmental education, conservation, and sustainable development.
As we mark our centenary year in 2026, this is a defining moment – not only to celebrate our impact, but to expand our reach, strengthen our voice, and position WESSA for the next 100 years.
Opportunity
WESSA invites experienced, full-service marketing and communications agencies to submit Expressions of Interest (EOIs) to become our strategic marketing partner.
This is the first stage of a formal procurement process, with shortlisted agencies invited to participate in a full proposal and pitch phase.
We are seeking a partner who can:
- Translate impact into compelling storytelling
- Drive engagement across diverse audiences
- Strengthen brand positioning and visibility
- Support fundraising, partnerships, and programme growth
Marketing is not a support function in 2026 – it is central to delivering our mission: Educate | Advocate | Act
Scope of work (click to download detailed SOW document)
The appointed agency will deliver a fully integrated marketing and communications function, including:
- Strategic planning and campaign development
- Social media management and digital growth
- Content creation (copywriting, design, video)
- Media relations and PR
- Event activation and campaign execution
- Stakeholder and donor communications
- Reporting, analytics, and performance insights
This includes both centenary campaign activation (#WESSA100) and year-round programme communications across Eco-Schools, coastal programmes, and youth initiatives.
Key priorities
The agency will support WESSA across:
- Brand & organisational profile
- Programme storytelling and impact amplification
- Fundraising and donor engagement
- Membership and community growth
- Digital ecosystem expansion
- Centenary campaign execution
Who should apply
We are looking for agencies that:
- Have 5+ years’ experience as a full-service agency
- Demonstrate strong integrated campaign experience
- Have experience with purpose-driven / non-profit / sustainability brands (advantageous)
- Offer a multi-disciplinary in-house team (strategy, creative, PR, digital)
- Can dedicate a core account team to WESSA
Submission requirements due by 30 March 2026
Interested agencies must submit:
- Cover letter
- Company profile
- Relevant portfolio (max. 5 examples)
- Statement of interest (max. 500 words)
- Client references
- Compliance documents
Timeline (click to download detailed SOW document)
- EOI Issued: 19 March 2026
- Submission Deadline: 30 March 2026
- Shortlist Notification: 10 April 2026
- Pitch Stage: 24 April 2026
- Appointment: 1 May 2026
How to Apply
Submit your EOI to: applications@wessa.co.za | Subject: EOI_Full Suite Marketing Agency_WESSA
Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered.
Why this matters
This is more than an agency appointment.
It is an opportunity to help shape the voice, visibility, and impact of one of Africa’s most respected environmental organisations at a defining moment in its history.
Together, we can tell the story of 100 years – and build momentum for the next century.