Junior E-commerce Social Media Coordinator

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Mentorship

Exposure to campaigns

Job summary

Placements24 in Klerksdorp, North West, is seeking a Junior E-commerce Social Media Coordinator to support daily social media activities, help create content, and monitor conversations to grow online presence. This entry-level role is ideal for someone passionate about social media and e-commerce.

Under guidance of the Social Media Manager, you’ll learn industry best practices, assist with campaigns, and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced digital marketing environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or completed degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or related field.
• Strong understanding of major platforms (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic graphic design or content creation skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and scheduling social media content across platforms.
• Monitor channels for comments and messages, respond as appropriate.
• Help manage communities and engage with followers.
• Support execution of campaigns under the Social Media Manager.
• Research industry trends and competitor content ideas.
• Assist with collecting and organizing social media performance data.
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions for new initiatives.
• Maintain social media content calendar and apply best practices.

Skills

Social media

Content creation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Marketing / Communications / Digital Media degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and eager Junior E-commerce Social Media Coordinator to join their team in Klerksdorp, North West . This entry-level position is perfect for someone passionate about social media and e-commerce who is looking to kickstart their career. You will support the social media team in implementing daily activities, creating engaging content, and monitoring online conversations. This role offers a fantastic learning opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced e-commerce environment, working under the guidance of experienced professionals. You'll be integral to maintaining our client's online presence and contributing to their digital marketing success.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in the creation and scheduling of social media content across various platforms. Monitor social media channels for comments, messages, and mentions, responding as appropriate. Help manage social media communities and engage with followers. Support the execution of social media campaigns under the direction of the Social Media Manager. Conduct research on industry trends, competitor activities, and potential content ideas. Assist with the collection and organization of social media performance data. Contribute to brainstorming sessions for new social media initiatives. Help maintain the social media content calendar. Learn and apply best practices for social media management and e-commerce marketing.

Requirements

Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree or diploma in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field. Passion for social media and a strong understanding of major platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, TikTok). Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Basic understanding of e-commerce principles is a plus. Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Eagerness to learn and a proactive attitude. Familiarity with social media management tools is an advantage. Basic graphic design or content creation skills are a plus.

Benefits

This internship offers a valuable opportunity to gain practical experience in the e-commerce and social media field in Klerksdorp, North West . The role includes a stipend, mentorship from experienced professionals, and exposure to real-world marketing campaigns. Our client provides a supportive and collaborative work environment where learning and development are prioritized. This is an excellent stepping stone for individuals looking to build a career in digital marketing, offering a chance to contribute meaningfully to the company's online presence.