Social Media Manager

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Creative environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a creative and strategic Social Media Manager to lead our digital presence across Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn and TikTok for the Mpumalanga region. You will develop and execute social media strategies, craft engaging daily content, monitor trends and conversations, and analyze performance to optimize campaigns.

This hybrid role combines remote work with in-office collaboration in Nelspruit and offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, PR, or related field.
• 3+ years of proven social media management experience.
• Excellent copywriting and editing skills.
• Portfolio of successful brand campaigns.
• Knowledge of social media analytics and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage social media strategies across multiple platforms.
• Create, edit, publish, and share engaging content daily.
• Monitor trends, competitor activity, and conversations.
• Respond to comments and queries to foster engagement.
• Analyze performance and report insights for optimization.
• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and customer service for brand consistency.

Skills

Copywriting

Content creation

Social media management

Analytics

Brand storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and strategic Social Media Manager to join their dynamic team in Nelspruit . This role is responsible for developing and executing social media strategies that enhance brand visibility, engage the online community, and drive measurable results. You will manage all social media channels, create compelling content, monitor online conversations, and analyze performance metrics to optimize campaigns. This is an exciting opportunity to shape our digital presence and connect with audiences across various platforms in the Mpumalanga region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage social media strategies across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and TikTok.
• Create, edit, publish, and share engaging content daily (e.g., original text, photos, videos, news) that builds meaningful connections.
• Monitor social media channels for industry trends, competitor activity, and relevant conversations.
• Respond to comments and customer queries in a timely and professional manner, fostering community engagement.
• Analyze social media metrics and report on campaign performance, providing insights for optimization.
• Collaborate with other teams, including marketing, sales, and customer service, to ensure brand consistency and coordinated efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Proven work experience as a Social Media Manager or similar role (3+ years).
• Excellent copywriting, editing (photo/video/text), presentation, and communication skills.
• Demonstrable experience managing social media for brands, with a portfolio of successful campaigns.
• Knowledge of social media marketing principles, best practices, and analytics tools.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid setting, balancing remote tasks with collaborative sessions in our Nelspruit office.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Generous paid time off and professional development opportunities.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• A creative and energetic work environment in Nelspruit .