Social Media and Digital Content Manager

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Fully remote work

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Learning budget

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a creative Social Media and Digital Content Manager to build a strong online presence and drive brand awareness through engaging content. You will develop strategies, manage content across platforms, and analyze metrics to optimize campaigns.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years in social media and content creation, with excellent writing and visuals, and experience with tools like Hootsuite or Buffer. This role offers remote flexibility within South Africa.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in social media management and digital content creation.
• Proven experience developing and executing successful social media campaigns.
• Excellent writing, editing, and visual communication skills.
• Proficiency with social media management tools and analytics platforms.
• Understanding of the digital landscape and trends in Polokwane.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive social media strategy across key platforms.
• Create, curate, and manage high-quality digital content (text, image, video).
• Monitor channels for trends, conversations and engagement opportunities.
• Respond to comments and messages, fostering a positive community.
• Analyze performance data and provide reports with actionable insights.
• Collaborate with marketing to align social media with campaigns.

Skills

Social media strategy

Content creation

Analytics

Copywriting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing

Tools

Hootsuite

Buffer

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a creative and tech-savvy Social Media and Digital Content Manager to join their marketing team in Polokwane. This role is integral to building and maintaining a strong online presence, engaging with audiences, and driving brand awareness through compelling digital content. You will be responsible for developing and executing social media strategies, creating engaging content, and analyzing performance metrics to optimize campaigns. The ideal candidate will have a passion for all things digital, a deep understanding of social media platforms, and the ability to craft captivating narratives that resonate with the target audience.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive social media strategy across key platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn).
• Create, curate, and manage high-quality, engaging digital content, including text, image, and video.
• Monitor social media channels for trends, conversations, and engagement opportunities.
• Respond to comments and messages promptly, fostering a positive community interaction.
• Analyze social media performance data and provide regular reports with actionable insights.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to align social media efforts with broader marketing campaigns and objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in social media management and digital content creation.
• Proven experience developing and executing successful social media campaigns.
• Excellent writing, editing, and visual communication skills.
• Proficiency with social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer) and analytics platforms.
• Understanding of the digital landscape and current trends, with an eye for innovation in Polokwane.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement for flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement plan.
• Budget for continuous learning and professional development.
• A creative and dynamic team environment with ample growth opportunities.