Junior Social Media Coordinator

Placements24; Bloemfontein; In loco; ZAR 180.000 - 240.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Internship stipend

Mentorship and guidance from marketing

Descrizione del lavoro

WhatJobs Direct in Bloemfontein, Free State, is seeking a Junior Social Media Coordinator to join its marketing team. You will assist in creating engaging content, monitor channels, engage with the online community, and support campaigns under guidance from senior team members.

The ideal candidate is a recent graduate with a passion for social media, strong written and verbal communication, basic Canva and video editing skills, and a keen interest in e-commerce trends.

Competenze

• Recent graduate with a degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or related field.
• Strong understanding of major social platforms and online trends.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic content creation skills (Canva, simple video editing).

Mansioni

• Assist in development and scheduling of social media content across platforms.
• Monitor feeds and respond to comments/messages in brand style.
• Engage with followers and build community interaction.
• Support creation of visual and written content for posts, stories, campaigns.
• Track performance metrics and prepare basic reports.
• Research industry trends and competitor activities on social media.
• Collaborate with marketing team on campaign execution.
• Maintain the social media content calendar.
• Learn and apply best practices in social media management and digital marketing.

Conoscenze

Social media management

Content creation

Team collaboration

Formazione

Marketing degree

Strumenti

Canva

Video editing

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, a thriving company in the e-commerce and social media space, is seeking an enthusiastic and driven Junior Social Media Coordinator to join their marketing team in Bloemfontein, Free State. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or an early-career professional looking to gain hands-on experience in managing social media platforms and contributing to digital marketing campaigns. You will assist in the creation of engaging content, monitor social media channels, engage with our online community, and support the implementation of social media strategies under the guidance of senior team members. The ideal candidate is passionate about social media, possesses excellent communication skills, and has a desire to learn and grow within the digital marketing field. This role requires a proactive attitude, attention to detail, and a strong interest in e-commerce trends. Join us in Bloemfontein and take the first step in building a successful career in social media marketing.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and scheduling of social media content across various platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn).
• Monitor social media feeds, respond to comments and messages in a timely and brand-appropriate manner.
• Engage with followers and build community interaction on social channels.
• Support the creation of visual and written content for social media posts, stories, and campaigns.
• Assist in tracking social media performance metrics and compiling basic reports.
• Research industry trends and competitor activities on social media.
• Collaborate with the marketing team on social media campaign execution.
• Help maintain the social media content calendar.
• Learn and apply best practices in social media management and digital marketing.

Requirements

• Recent graduate with a degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• A strong passion for and understanding of major social media platforms and online trends.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic content creation skills (e.g., using Canva, simple video editing).
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Enthusiasm for learning about digital marketing and e-commerce.
• Proactive attitude and a willingness to take on new tasks.
• Familiarity with social media management tools is a plus.

Benefits

• Internship stipend of R per annum.
• Valuable hands-on experience in social media marketing and e-commerce.
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced marketing professionals in Bloemfontein.
• Opportunity to contribute to real marketing campaigns and initiatives.
• Exposure to the fast-paced world of digital marketing and e-commerce.
• Potential for future full-time employment based on performance.
• Networking opportunities within the industry.