Junior E-commerce Social Media Assistant (Remote)

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Hands-on marketing experience

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior E-commerce Social Media Assistant to join a remote marketing team. You will support managing social media accounts, create content, and assist campaigns while learning in a dynamic online environment.

The role offers hands-on experience in digital marketing for an emerging e-commerce brand and requires a proactive, detail-oriented approach with strong English communication skills.

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for social media marketing.
• Basic understanding of major social platforms.
• Good written and verbal English.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in scheduling and publishing daily content across social platforms.
• Create engaging visuals and captions under guidance.
• Monitor channels and respond to comments and messages.
• Research social media trends and competitors.
• Assist with data entry and reporting of metrics.
• Brainstorm content ideas and maintain brand consistency.
• Learn and apply best practices in social media management.
• Perform general administrative tasks for the marketing team.

Skills

Social media basics

English communication

Independent worker

Learning mindset

Education

Currently studying or recent graduate in Marketing/Communications

Tools

Canva

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an innovative online retailer, is seeking an enthusiastic Junior E-commerce Social Media Assistant to join their fully remote team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to kickstart their career in digital marketing and social media within the e-commerce sector. You will support the marketing team in managing social media accounts, creating engaging content, and assisting with various marketing campaigns. The role requires a proactive attitude, a willingness to learn, and strong communication skills. You will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, remote-first environment, contributing to the online presence of a growing brand.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in scheduling and publishing daily content across key social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, TikTok).
• Help create engaging visual and written content, such as graphics and captions, under guidance.
• Monitor social media channels for comments, messages, and mentions, and assist in responding promptly.
• Support the marketing team in researching social media trends and competitor activities.
• Assist with basic data entry and reporting of social media performance metrics.
• Contribute to the brainstorming and development of content ideas.
• Help maintain brand consistency across all social media communications.
• Learn and apply best practices in social media management and e-commerce marketing.
• Perform administrative tasks as needed to support the marketing department.

Requirements

• Enthusiasm for social media marketing and a strong interest in the e-commerce industry.
• Basic understanding of major social media platforms and their functionalities.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Familiarity with basic graphic design tools (e.g., Canva) is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively in a fully remote setting.
• A proactive, positive attitude and a strong desire to learn.
• Willingness to undertake a contract role.
• Currently studying or recently graduated in Marketing, Communications, or a related field is advantageous.

Benefits

• Contract compensation equivalent to ZAR per annum .
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering maximum flexibility.
• Valuable hands-on experience in e-commerce and social media marketing.
• Opportunity to work with a supportive and innovative remote team.
• Build a foundational skill set for a career in digital marketing.