Social Media Manager & Content Strategist

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg is seeking a Social Media Manager & Content Strategist to develop and execute dynamic social media strategies that amplify brand reach and engagement. You will create compelling content, manage social channels, and analyze performance metrics to drive continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in social media management and content strategy, strong copywriting and communication skills, and proficiency with tools like Hootsuite and Buffer.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of social media management and content strategy experience.
• Proven ability to grow social media presence and engagement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and copywriting ability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive social media strategies across platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn).
• Create, curate, and schedule engaging content for all channels.
• Monitor conversations, respond to comments/messages, foster community engagement.
• Analyze social media metrics and report KPIs with insights for optimization.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure brand consistency and marketing alignment.
• Stay abreast of emerging social media trends, tools, and best practices.

Skills

Copywriting

Social media strategy

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Marketing or Communications

Tools

Hootsuite

Buffer

Analytics platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an innovative Social Media Manager & Content Strategist to join their team in Rustenburg . This on-site role is crucial for developing and executing dynamic social media strategies that amplify brand reach and engagement. You will be responsible for creating compelling content, managing social channels, and analyzing performance metrics to drive continuous improvement. The ideal candidate possesses a keen understanding of digital marketing trends, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for building vibrant online communities. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact on our brand's digital footprint within the local community.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive social media strategies across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
• Create, curate, and schedule engaging and relevant content (text, images, videos) for all social media channels.
• Monitor social media conversations, respond to comments and messages, and foster community engagement.
• Analyze social media metrics and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), providing insights for optimization.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure brand consistency and alignment with marketing goals.
• Stay abreast of emerging social media trends, tools, and best practices.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in social media management and content strategy.
• Proven ability to grow social media presence and engagement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong copywriting abilities.
• Proficiency in social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer) and analytics platforms.
• Experience with graphic design tools for social media content creation is a plus.
• A degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary commensurate with experience.
• Full-time position based at our offices in Rustenburg .
• Comprehensive employee benefits package, including medical aid.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment fostering creativity and teamwork.