Social Media Marketing Coordinator

Core Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Johannesburg is seeking a Social Media Marketing Coordinator to develop engaging content and manage social media strategies. This full-time role requires a relevant qualification and 2-3 years of experience in digital marketing. The candidate will support marketing initiatives and monitor social media metrics to optimize performance.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience in social media and digital marketing.
• Strong communication and copywriting skills.
• Proficiency in social media management tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and create engaging content for various social media platforms.
• Assist in the development and execution of effective social media strategies.
• Support wider marketing initiatives by creating and managing social media campaigns.

Skills

Communication

Copywriting

Content Creation

Education

Relevant qualification in Marketing, Communications, or a related field

Tools

Social media management tools

Content creation platforms

Job description

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Job title : Social Media Marketing Coordinator

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Key Responsibilities

Content Creation and Management

• Develop and create engaging content (text, imagery, and video) for various social media platforms.
• Maintain a consistent brand voice and visual identity across all channels.
• Schedule and publish content using social media management tools.
• Monitor social media for industry trends and relevant news.
• Coordinate external paid media marketing briefs related to digital marketing activities, including key events.
• Prepare and manage paid media campaign briefs (text, artwork links, budgets, audience targeting).
• Obtain final approval on all briefs from the Campaign Manager and Performance Media Strategist before campaigns go live.
  
  

Social Media Strategy and Execution

• Assist in the development and execution of effective social media strategies.
• Research and analyse target audiences to identify the most relevant platforms and messaging.
• Monitor key social media metrics (e.g. engagement, reach, conversions).
• Analyse campaign performance data to optimise content and strategies.
  
  

Marketing Support

• Support wider marketing initiatives by creating and managing social media campaigns.
• Contribute to the development of marketing briefs and integrated marketing plans.
• Monitor and update the company’s digital footprint, including social media platforms and website content.
  
  

Other Duties

• Stay abreast of the latest social media trends, tools, and best practices.
• Attend events to produce live content and enhance event visibility online.
  
  

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• 2–3 years’ experience in social media and digital marketing.
• Proficiency in social media management tools and content creation platforms.
• Strong communication and copywriting skills.
• Experience in briefing and coordinating with creative teams and external agencies.
• A collaborative and proactive approach with a willingness to learn and grow.
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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing and Sales

• Industries

  Mining

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