Remote Junior Social Media Manager — Content & Growth

Bored Panda; Johannesburg; Remote; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

International team

Growth opportunities

Supportive environment

Job summary

Bored Panda, a leading tech-driven media and entertainment company, is seeking a Junior Social Media Manager to support planning, creation, and management of content across multiple platforms. You will help grow our online presence, engage communities, and assist campaigns while staying current with trends.

Remote-friendly role with a diverse international team. If you have some experience managing social accounts and a flair for creative content, we'd love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Some experience managing social media accounts.
• Familiarity with major platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, X, Threads, or similar.
• Basic understanding of social media analytics and content performance.
• Strong written communication skills and attention to detail.
• Creative mindset with an eye for engaging content.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with social media scheduling tools.
• Basic graphic design skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, creating, and managing content across multiple social platforms.
• Assist in managing and growing our Facebook account.
• Monitor comments, messages, and audience interactions, responding professionally.
• Track performance metrics and prepare basic reports on engagement and growth.
• Stay up to date with social media trends, tools, and best practices.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to support campaigns and promotions.

Skills

Social media management

Content creation

Community engagement

Strong writing

Independent & teamwork

Analytical mindset

Tools

Hootsuite

Buffer

Canva

Adobe Tools

Job description

Bored Panda, a leading tech-driven media and entertainment company, is seeking a Junior Social Media Manager to support planning, creation, and management of content across multiple platforms. You will help grow our online presence, engage communities, and assist campaigns while staying current with trends.

Remote-friendly role with a diverse international team. If you have some experience managing social accounts and a flair for creative content, we'd love to hear from you.