Social Media jobs in South Africa

Job Title: Social Media/Digital Specialist

Location: Remote

Salary: Between R27,000 and R33,000 per month, dependent on experience

About Pegasus Search and Selection

Pegasus is a specialist recruitment consultancy serving the construction sector in the UK and US predominantly. We pride ourselves on delivering outstanding client and candidate experiences through our expert knowledge and industry insight. We are now looking for a passionate and driven Social Media Technician to take our digital presence to the next level.

The Role

We are seeking a creative, highly organised, and technically skilled Social Media Technician to lead the development, scheduling, and optimisation of content across our social media platforms. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with strong digital production skills. You’ll be responsible for growing our online presence, driving engagement, and representing the Pegasus brand in a professional yet dynamic way.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of daily social media output across Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok and YouTube.
• Develop and manage a long-term content calendar and social media schedule.
• Produce, edit, and publish engaging video content using Adobe Premiere Pro, CapCut and related tools.
• Create visually compelling static and animated content using Photoshop and Canva.
• Edit, and publish podcast episodes across relevant platforms.
• Monitor and interpret analytics tools to assess engagement and inform strategy.
• Drive growth across all platforms, increasing followers and interactions.
• Develop interactive content such as polls, stories, Q&As, and live sessions.
• Stay ahead of social media and digital content trends to ensure content remains fresh and competitive.
• Liaise with the internal team to ensure content supports broader recruitment and marketing goals.

Key Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a social media, content creation, or digital marketing role.
• Proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Canva, CapCut, and podcast editing platforms.
• Skilled in using social media scheduling tools such as Buffer or Hootsuite.
• Confident using analytics platforms such as Meta Business Suite, LinkedIn Analytics, TikTok Analytics, and YouTube Studio.
• Excellent command of Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and YouTube.
• Good knowledge of design principles such as layout, colour, and typography.
• Photo and audio editing skills for polishing content.

Desirable Technical Skills

• Understanding of email marketing platforms like Mailchimp or HubSpot.
• Familiarity with website content management systems (CMS).
• Awareness of digital marketing campaigns and integration with recruitment goals.
• Strong copywriting and caption writing ability tailored to various platforms.
• Sound understanding of Search Engine Optimisation for social media (hashtags, descriptions, tagging).
• Ability to manage social media issues or negative feedback professionally.
• Previous experience working within a recruitment company, B2B environment, or a construction-related brand, with a clear understanding of professional tone and industry-specific content.

Soft Skills & Attributes

• Creative thinker with the ability to generate original ideas.
• Strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach.
• Excellent time management
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Team player with strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Strong sense of brand awareness and consistency.