Job Title: Social/Digital Media Marketing Specialist
Location: Rivonia, Johannesburg (Hybrid work flexibility)
Department: Marketing
Salary: Around R18k/month (negotiable), depending on experience

About the Role

Our client is looking for a creative and strategic Social Media Marketing Specialist to join their dynamic marketing team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for digital storytelling, an eye for design, and the ability to create engaging, data-driven content that resonates with diverse audiences.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys collaboration, and has a strong grasp of the ever-evolving world of social and digital media.

Key Responsibilities

1. Content Creation and Management

• Develop and schedule engaging, high-quality content across platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and TikTok.
• Craft compelling, audience-specific captions and copy tailored to the South African market.
• Write blog articles that support brand voice, enhance SEO performance, and deliver value to target audiences.
• Create content for newsletters, product campaigns, and marketing promotions.

2. Community Management

• Monitor and respond to messages, comments, and reviews promptly and professionally.
• Foster online engagement through polls, interactive posts, and brand-building campaigns.

3. Advertising Campaigns

• Plan, execute, and optimize paid social media campaigns.
• Monitor performance metrics (CTR, CPC, ROI) and adjust strategies to achieve marketing objectives.

4. Analytics and Reporting

• Track and analyze social media performance using tools like Google Analytics, Hootsuite, or Meta Business Suite.
• Use data insights to refine content and campaign performance, staying current with trends, tools, and algorithms.

5. Collaboration

• Work closely with the broader marketing team to ensure consistency across all brand touchpoints.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or related field.
• 2–4 years of proven experience in social media management or digital marketing.
• Proficiency in major social media platforms and analytics tools.
• Strong writing, editing, and communication abilities.
• Graphic design proficiency (Canva, Photoshop, or similar).
• Experience running paid campaigns and managing budgets.

Preferred Attributes

• Creative, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven.
• Strong multitasking and time management skills.
• Passionate about storytelling and audience engagement.
• Analytical thinker who uses insights to inform strategy.

If you’re ready for your next career move, please email your updated CV in Word format along with a copy of your qualification, ID, Drivers Licence, reference letters or contactable referee, your portfolio and a profile picture of yourself to cvs4belinda@therecruiters.co.za

Please note:  Only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be considered for this position