Content Manager - Social Media

Media24 Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media organization is seeking an expert for a dual role focused on Social Media Management alongside Content Management. The successful candidate will have at least 4 years of experience in digital media, showcasing a strong portfolio in growing social media channels. Responsibilities include developing strategies to enhance audience reach, creating engaging content, and moderating online communities. This position requires flexibility, including working shifts and weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years in digital media with a clear portfolio demonstrating successful social media growth and management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to grow audience reach on major social media platforms.
• Create and optimise compelling, viral-friendly content for different platforms.
• Use analytics to drive content decisions and ensure SEO best practices.
• Actively moderate and engage with online communities.

Skills

Expert Social Media Management

Narrative storytelling

Sub-editing

SEO optimisation

Proficiency in Google Analytics

Education

Relevant diploma or degree in journalism or a related field

Job description

Job Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Application Deadline: February 20, 2026

POSITION OVERVIEW

• Daily Sun is seeking an expert for a dual role focused primarily on Social Media Management, supported by Content Management duties. You must have a proven track record of managing and growing social media pages to drive significant engagement and website traffic.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Social Media Growth: Develop and execute strategies to exponentially grow audience reach on Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, YouTube and WhatsApp.
• Content Strategy: Create and optimise compelling, viral-friendly content (headlines, multimedia) tailored for specific social platforms and the website.
• Analytics & SEO: Use analytics to drive content decisions and ensure all web copy adheres to SEO best practices and South African media law.
• Community Management: Actively moderate and engage with online communities to foster loyalty and retention.

REQUIREMENTS

• Experience: Minimum 4 years in digital media with a clear portfolio demonstrating successful social media growth and management.
• Education: Relevant diploma or degree in journalism or a related field.
• Skills: Expert Social Media Management, narrative storytelling, sub-editing, SEO optimisation, and proficiency in Google Analytics.
• Work Schedule: This position requires working shifts, including weekends and public holidays.