E-commerce Social Media Coordinator

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Advancement opportunities

Hands-on experience

Structured training

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an enthusiastic E-commerce Social Media Coordinator in Kimberley to support marketing efforts. You will help execute social media strategies, schedule posts, monitor engagement, and grow the brand's online presence under the Social Media Manager.

The ideal candidate is organized, creative, eager to learn in the e-commerce and digital marketing space, with basic familiarity of major platforms and Canva.

Qualifications

• Some experience or strong interest in social media management and digital marketing.
• Basic understanding of major platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn).
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Familiarity with Canva is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in scheduling and publishing social media content across platforms according to the content calendar.
• Monitor social channels for comments, messages and mentions, responding or escalating as needed.
• Help create simple visual assets and copy for social posts under guidance.
• Track key social media metrics and assist in preparing performance reports.
• Conduct research on industry trends, competitor activities and relevant conversations.
• Support community management by engaging with followers and fostering positive interactions.

Skills

Social media management

Digital marketing

Content creation

Strong communication

Organization & multi-tasking

Tools

Canva

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented E-commerce Social Media Coordinator to support their marketing efforts in Kimberley . This role involves assisting in the execution of social media strategies, creating engaging content, and helping to manage the online presence of the brand. You will work closely with the Social Media Manager to schedule posts, monitor engagement, and contribute to the overall growth of our client's social media channels. The ideal candidate is organized, creative, and eager to learn and grow within the e-commerce and digital marketing space.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in scheduling and publishing social media content across various platforms according to the content calendar.
• Monitor social media channels for comments, messages, and mentions, responding appropriately or escalating as needed.
• Help create simple visual assets and copy for social media posts under the guidance of the Social Media Manager.
• Track key social media metrics and assist in preparing performance reports.
• Conduct research on industry trends, competitor activities, and relevant social media conversations.
• Support community management efforts by engaging with followers and fostering positive interactions.

Requirements

• Some experience or a strong interest in social media management and digital marketing.
• Basic understanding of major social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn).
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Familiarity with graphic design tools (e.g., Canva) is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary with opportunities for advancement.
• Be part of a dynamic e-commerce team focused on social media growth.
• Gain hands-on experience in social media marketing and content creation.
• Structured training and mentorship to develop skills.
• A positive and collaborative office environment.