Social Media Manager

Exceed HR and Recruitment; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Stellenbosch is seeking a Social Media Manager to develop and execute creative strategies for various platforms. The role requires a marketing degree, proven social media experience, and strong creative skills. You'll be responsible for content creation, engagement, and performance analysis. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in social media management and content creation, with a portfolio required.
• Strong creative skills with attention to detail.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute creative social media strategies.
• Create high-quality content for various platforms.
• Engage with followers and analyze performance metrics.

Skills

Social media strategy development

Content creation

Copywriting

Analytics

Trend monitoring

Community engagement

Education

Marketing degree or diploma

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

CapCut

Job description

Social Media Manager job vacancy in Stellenbosch.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute creative social media strategies to increase engagement, reach, and brand awareness.
• Create high-quality, eye-catching, and on-brand content (graphics, photos, videos, captions, and stories).
• Plan, schedule, and manage content calendars across multiple platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok, etc.).
• Monitor trends, hashtags, and platform updates to keep content fresh and relevant.
• Write compelling captions and copy that align with brand voice.
• Engage with followers by responding to comments, messages, and community interactions.
• Analyse social media performance metrics and provide insights to improve content strategy.
• Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, design, recruitment, etc.) to align social media with business goals.
• Maintain a consistent brand aesthetic and tone across all channels.

Requirements:

• Marketing degree or diploma
• Proven experience in social media management and content creation (portfolio or examples required).
• Strong creative skills with a keen eye for detail and design aesthetics.
• Proficiency in content creation tools (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, CapCut, etc.).
• Excellent copywriting skills with the ability to adapt tone for different audiences.
• Passionate about social media, with knowledge of current trends and platform best practices.
• Highly organised with the ability to plan ahead, manage deadlines, and work on multiple projects at once.
• Strong analytical mindset to interpret social media insights and adapt strategies.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.