Social Media Manager (JB5539)

Kontak Recruitment; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting firm is looking for a Social Media Manager to drive digital strategies across various brands. You'll manage social media presence, create engaging content, and analyze performance metrics. The ideal candidate has experience in social media management and a strong understanding of major platforms. This position offers flexible work options and the opportunity to work in a dynamic, high-trust environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Social Media Manager or similar.
• Hands-on experience creating, scheduling, and managing posts across platforms.
• Strong copywriting skills with a sharp eye for tone and language.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute social media strategies for multiple brands.
• Build and manage content calendars aligned with marketing goals.
• Track performance across platforms, analyse data and report on KPIs.

Skills

Social Media Management

Content Creation

Analytics

Copywriting

Time Management

Tools

LinkedIn

Instagram

Facebook

YouTube

TikTok

Job description

Social Media Manager (JB5539)
Location: Fourways, Johannesburg, Gauteng
Salary: Market Related (based on experience and qualifications)
Employment Type: Permanent
Workplace: In-Office

Drive Digital Strategy with Substance
Join a private investment firm with over two decades of operational experience across manufacturing, telecoms, retail, and food services in Southern Africa, the US, and Europe. This fast-moving, execution-focused team values authenticity over appearances and results over titles. It’s a high-trust, low-ego environment where you’ll work directly with decision-makers.

As Social Media Manager, you’ll take the lead on developing and executing digital strategies across a portfolio of diverse brands and business units. This is a hands-on, high-impact role, perfect for someone with sharp instincts, deep platform knowledge, and the ability to balance content creation, analytics, and brand voice with ease.

Minimum Requirements:
Proven experience as a Social Media Manager or similar.
Deep understanding of LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and other key platforms.
Hands-on experience creating, scheduling, and managing posts across platforms.
Experience with paid ad campaigns, A/B testing, and analytics tools.
Ability to brief content creators, collaborate with videographers, and maintain brand consistency.
Strong copywriting skills with a sharp eye for tone, language, and digital engagement.
Exceptional time management, attention to detail, and creative judgment.

Key Responsibilities:
Develop and execute social media strategies for multiple brands across B2B and B2C audiences.
Build and manage content calendars aligned with broader marketing goals.
Collaborate with videographers, photographers, and content teams to brief and guide content creation.
Create engaging written, visual, and video content across platforms.
Track performance across platforms, analyse data, and report on KPIs.
Stay current with platform updates, algorithm changes, and emerging trends.
Maintain consistency in brand tone and messaging across all digital
touchpoints.
Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure the timely delivery.
Manage community engagement, queries, and feedback across platforms.

If you're ready to craft bold, purpose-driven digital content, we want to hear from you. Apply now!

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