Remote Social Media & Content Specialist

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Professional development

Online learning resources

Performance reviews

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Social Media Marketing Specialist to join our fully remote team. You will craft and execute engaging social media strategies to boost brand visibility, drive website traffic, and grow a loyal community across major platforms.

You will create creative content, manage campaigns, analyze performance, and collaborate with the marketing team to align social activities with broader objectives. This role offers flexibility and remote work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in social media roles (Social Media Specialist, Marketing Coordinator, or similar).
• Strong understanding of platforms, algorithms, and audiences.
• Ability to create engaging content (text, image, video).
• Proficient with social media management tools (Hootsuite, Buffer, Sprout Social).
• Excellent copywriting and editing with attention to detail.
• Familiar with social analytics and reporting tools.
• Ability to work remotely and manage time effectively.
• Creative storyteller with good communication skills.
• Basic graphic design or video editing skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage social media strategies across platforms (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, X).
• Create engaging content tailored to each platform and audience.
• Schedule and publish content using social media tools.
• Monitor trends, conversations, and engagement opportunities.
• Respond to comments and messages promptly, maintaining brand voice.
• Foster an online community and engage followers.
• Analyze performance metrics and report insights and campaign effectiveness.
• Collaborate with marketing to align social activities with campaigns.
• Stay updated on best practices, tools, and trends.
• Assist planning and execution of paid social campaigns.

Skills

Social media strategy

Content creation

Copywriting

Analytics

Independent work

Creative mindset

Communication

Video editing basics

Graphic design basics

Tools

Hootsuite

Buffer

Sprout Social

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Social Media Marketing Specialist to join our fully remote team. You will craft and execute engaging social media strategies to boost brand visibility, drive website traffic, and grow a loyal community across major platforms.

You will create creative content, manage campaigns, analyze performance, and collaborate with the marketing team to align social activities with broader objectives. This role offers flexibility and remote work-life balance.