Social and Digital Media Coordinator

Stellenbosch University; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in South Africa is seeking a Social and Digital Media Coordinator to join its Development and Alumni Relations Division. You will manage content across various digital platforms, engage alumni and donors, and produce multimedia content. The ideal candidate has a National Diploma and experience in digital media coordination. This role combines creativity with strategic communication, ensuring effective engagement through dynamic online campaigns.

Qualifications

• At least four years' relevant experience of digital/social media coordination.
• Proficient in digital tools and multimedia production.
• Knowledge of the South African higher education sector is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Developing and managing content for DAR's digital channels.
• Growing and energizing online alumni and donor communities.
• Providing digital campaign support for key initiatives.
• Collaborating with colleagues to ensure brand consistency.
• Producing high-quality multimedia content.
• Tracking and analysing metrics to guide strategy.

Skills

Strong communication and copywriting skills

Project management and organisational skills

Creative flair with proficiency in digital tools

Ability to grow and manage online communities

Experience in digital/social media coordination

Education

National Diploma or equivalent qualification (NQF level 6)

Job description

Department Description / Departement Beskrywing

Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) Division

Social and Digital Media Coordinator (Post Level 9)

(Stellenbosch Campus)

Ref. DAR/274/1025

The Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) Division at Stellenbosch University (SU) is looking for a Social and Digital Media Coordinator to join our stakeholder communications team. This team plays a central role in building and strengthening relationships with alumni, donors and friends of the University. As member of this team, you will be responsible for shaping how the DAR connects with stakeholders through digital platforms – from engaging social media campaigns to alumni publications and digital storytelling. You'll work closely with colleagues in fundraising, alumni engagement and communications to ensure that our online presence is dynamic, professional and aligned with the Matie spirit.

Die Afdeling Ontwikkeling en Alumnibetrekkinge (OAB) aan die Universiteit Stellenbosch (US) benodig 'n Koördineerder: Sosiale- en Digitalemedia om by ons span vir kommunikasie met belanghebbendes aan te sluit. Hierdie span vervul 'n kernrol om betrekkinge met alumni, skenkers en vriende van die Universiteit te smee en te versterk. As lid van hierdie span sal jy daarvoor verantwoordelik wees om vorm te gee aan hoe die OAB met belanghebbendes skakel by wyse van digitale platforms – van dinamiese sosialemediaveldtogte tot alumnipublikasies en digitale storievertelling. Jy sal nou saamwerk met kollegas in fondsinsameling, alumnibetrokkenheid en kommunikasie om te verseker dat ons aanlyn teenwoordigheid dinamies en professioneel is en die Matie-gees uitdra.

Responsibilities

• Developing and managing content for DAR's digital channels (Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, X, TikTok, YouTube, MatiesConnect and SU web pages).
• Growing and energising online alumni and donor communities through creative and impactful content.
• Providing digital campaign support for initiatives such as Homecoming, Giving Day and peer-to-peer fundraising.
• Collaborating with DAR colleagues and SU's central team at the Division of Corporate Communication and Marketing to ensure brand consistency and alignment of our messages.
• Producing high-quality multimedia content (graphics, videos and animations).
• Tracking and analysing metrics, and presenting reports to guide strategy and measure success.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or equivalent qualification (NQF level 6).
• At least four years' relevant experience of digital/social media coordination.
• Strong communication and copywriting skills.
• The proven ability to grow and manage online communities.
• Project management and organisational skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Creative flair with proficiency in digital tools and multimedia production.

Recommendation

• Knowledge of the South African higher education sector.
• Familiarity with POPIA and compliance thereof in digital communication.
• Experience in online marketing campaigns.

How To Apply / Hoe Om Aansoek Te Doen

The University is committed to employment equity (EE), and appointments will be made in line with the institutional EE Plan. Stellenbosch University reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Your application, comprising a comprehensive curriculum vitae (including the names and email addresses of at least three references) must reach the University before or on the closing date in the advertisement.

Apply online at https://www.su.ac.za/en/careers-su by clicking "Apply now" at the top to the right of the page for the specific vacancy.

The University reserves the right to investigate qualifications and conduct background checks on all candidates.

If you have received no feedback from the University after four to six weeks of the closing date, kindly accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Enquiries

Enquiries about this post: Mr Shaun Stuart on 021 808 2941, or at [e-mail].

Enquiries about remuneration/benefits and technical assistance with the electronic application process: Human Resources Client Services Centre, on 021 808 2753 (Stellenbosch), or 021 938 9636 (Tygerberg), or at [e-mail].

Currency

Commencement Date: 01-Dec-2025

Closing Date: 11-Nov-2025

Amount of Travel: –

Work At Home: Yes