Digital Marketing Associate

Nepoworx; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic digital marketing agency in South Africa is seeking a Digital Marketing Associate to enhance online presence and implement marketing strategies. Responsibilities include content creation, social media management, campaign support, and analytics reporting. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree, experience in social media roles, and strong communication skills. This position requires 2 years of social media management experience, with a pay range of R,00 - R,00 per month.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Social Media Associate, Social Media Coordinator, or similar role.
• Familiarity with major social media platforms is required.
• Basic knowledge of SEO and web traffic metrics.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and curating engaging content across social media.
• Help develop and implement social media strategies.
• Monitor social media channels and respond to inquiries promptly.

Skills

Digital Marketing

Creativity

Adobe Photoshop

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree / Diploma in marketing, Communications, or a related field

Tools

Hootsuite

Buffer

Canva

Job description

The Digital Marketing Associate will assist in developing and implementing digital marketing and social media strategies to increase online presence and improve marketing as well as ales efforts.

Key Responsibilities

Content Creation and Management

Assist in creating and curating engaging content across social media platforms, including copy writing, images, and videos. Maintain a content calendar and ensure timely publication of posts. Work with designers and copywriters to produce high‑quality content.

Social Media Strategy

Help develop and implement social media strategies to align with business goals. Stay up to date with the latest social media best practices, trends, and technologies. Suggest and implement new features to develop brand awareness.

Engagement

Monitor social media channels and respond to user comments, messages, and inquiries promptly. Engage with followers, encourage community interactions, and foster positive relationships with users. Identify and engage with key influencers and brand advocates.

Campaign Support

Assist in planning and executing social media campaigns. Track and report on campaign performance metrics and provide insights for optimisation. Coordinate with marketing, sales, and product teams to ensure brand consistency and campaign alignment.

Analytics and Reporting

Monitor social media metrics and provide regular reports on performance and engagement. Use social media analytics tools to measure the effectiveness of campaigns and content. Provide recommendations based on data analysis to improve social media strategies.

Brand Monitoring

Monitor and report on social media trends and competitor activities. Identify opportunities for content creation and engagement based on current trends. Ensure brand consistency in messaging and tone across all social media platforms.

Administrative Support

Maintain organised records of social media activities and campaigns. Assist with administrative tasks related to social media management, such as scheduling posts and organising assets. Support the Social Media Manager with ad‑hoc tasks and projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree / Diploma in marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Social Media Associate, Social Media Coordinator, or similar role.
• Familiarity with major social media platforms (e.g. Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok).
• Experience with social media management tools (e.g. Hootsuite, Buffer) is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of SEO and web traffic metrics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Creativity and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in (the sustainability sector) is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of graphic design and video editing tools.
• Certification in social media marketing or related fields.

Key Competencies

• Digital Marketing
• Creativity
• Canva design / Adobe Photoshop / Illustrator
• Communication skills
• Organisational skills
• Analytical thinking
• Time management
• Team collaboration

Please apply directly to our website using this link : Job Type : Temp to permContract length : 12 monthsPay : R

• ,00 - R
• ,00 per monthExperience : social media management : 2 years (Required)Willingness to travel : 75% (Required)Work Location : In person