Media & Entertainment

Social Media Manager

Manpower SA (Pty) Ltd.·South Africa, south-africa·Default
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-Closes Dec 6, 2026

About the RoleWe are looking for creative, digitally savvy Social Media Managers to develop engaging content, grow online communities and strengthen brand presence across multiple social media platforms.This is an exciting opportunity for someone who understands what makes content stand out in a busy digital environment, particularly short-form video and mobile-first content.You will be responsible for managing social media platforms, developing content strategies, identifying emerging trends and creating meaningful engagement across a portfolio of brands.Key Responsibilities

Develop and manage social media strategies and content calendars across multiple brands.

Create engaging, mobile-first content, including short-form videos filmed and edited using a smartphone.

Manage and grow brand presence across TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, X and YouTube.

Build and manage online communities through active engagement and interaction.

Monitor social media trends and identify opportunities to create relevant, engaging content.

Collaborate with influencers and content creators to support brand awareness and engagement.

Work closely with the creative team, providing clear content briefs and campaign direction.

Monitor social media performance and prepare regular reports on engagement, audience growth and campaign results.

Monitor online reviews, brand mentions and customer feedback.

Manage online reputation and implement appropriate response protocols.

Handle escalated queries and reputational concerns professionally.

Monitor sentiment and review ratings to identify potential issues and improvement opportunities.

3–5 years' experience in social media management or digital content creation.

Previous agency experience is essential.

A portfolio demonstrating experience creating engaging, mobile-first social media content.

Experience managing multiple social media platforms, including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Proficiency in video editing applications such as CapCut.

Experience using social listening and social media monitoring tools.

Strong written communication skills and an excellent understanding of social media trends.

Experience within the higher education or EdTech industry.

Experience with influencer marketing and creator collaborations.

Previous experience in online reputation management (particularly for the position with this additional responsibility).

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Company

Manpower SA (Pty) Ltd.

Location

South Africa, south-africa

Employment

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Experience

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Valid until

December 6, 2026

Created

November 2, 2026

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