Junior Social Media Coordinator

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 102,000 - 122,000; Part time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Social Media Coordinator to support our digital marketing efforts. This remote internship role offers hands-on experience in social media management, content creation, and campaign support within an e-commerce environment.

You will work closely with the senior marketing team, contribute ideas, and help maintain brand consistency across platforms while learning industry best practices.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed degree in Marketing, Communications, PR, or related field.
• Strong interest in social media marketing and digital communication.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with major social platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, TikTok.
• Basic understanding of content creation principles.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to trends.
• Basic knowledge of Canva is a plus.
• Residing within commutable distance to Mahikeng or willing to meet occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation and scheduling of social media content across platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
• Monitor social media channels for comments, messages, and mentions, responding to inquiries and engaging with the audience under supervision.
• Support the development of social media campaigns and promotions.
• Conduct research on social media trends, competitor activities, and relevant industry news.
• Help track and report on social media performance metrics, such as engagement rates and follower growth.
• Assist in curating user-generated content and identifying potential brand advocates.
• Contribute ideas for new content formats and engagement strategies.
• Maintain the social media content calendar and ensure timely updates.
• Collaborate with the marketing team on various digital marketing projects.
• Ensure brand consistency in all social media communications.

Skills

Social media marketing

Communication

Content creation

Time management

Canva

Remote work

Learning mindset

Attention to detail

Education

Marketing/Communications/PR degree

Tools

Canva

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and creative Junior Social Media Coordinator to support their digital marketing efforts. This position offers a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring digital marketer to gain hands‑on experience in social media management and content creation. Based remotely, you will assist in developing and executing social media strategies across various platforms, helping to build brand awareness and engage our online community. The ideal candidate is passionate about social media, possesses excellent communication skills, and has a knack for creating engaging content. You will work closely with the senior marketing team, contributing to campaigns and learning the intricacies of social media marketing in a dynamic e‑commerce environment. We are looking for a proactive individual eager to learn and grow within the digital marketing field.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation and scheduling of social media content across platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
• Monitor social media channels for comments, messages, and mentions, responding to inquiries and engaging with the audience under supervision.
• Support the development of social media campaigns and promotions.
• Conduct research on social media trends, competitor activities, and relevant industry news.
• Help track and report on social media performance metrics, such as engagement rates and follower growth.
• Assist in curating user‑generated content and identifying potential brand advocates.
• Contribute ideas for new content formats and engagement strategies.
• Maintain the social media content calendar and ensure timely updates.
• Collaborate with the marketing team on various digital marketing projects.
• Ensure brand consistency in all social media communications.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Strong interest in social media marketing and digital communication.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with major social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, TikTok).
• Basic understanding of content creation principles.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and trends.
• Basic knowledge of graphic design tools (e.g., Canva) is a plus.
• Attention to detail and a proactive attitude.
• Residing within a commutable distance to Mahikeng, North West, ZA , or willing to work remotely with occasional team meetups.

Benefits

This internship offers a monthly stipend of R 10000, totaling R per annum. While this is an internship position, successful candidates may be considered for full‑time roles based on performance and business needs. Participants will gain invaluable experience in social media marketing and digital content creation. Mentorship and guidance from experienced marketing professionals will be provided. Opportunities for networking within the industry are available. This role is fully remote, offering flexibility in your work location, with potential for occasional team gatherings near Mahikeng, North West, ZA. It’s a great stepping stone for an early‑career professional in the digital marketing space.