{"id":30972,"date":"2026-03-02T14:00:41","date_gmt":"2026-03-02T14:00:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/social-media-manager-pr-account-executive\/"},"modified":"2026-03-02T14:00:43","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T14:00:43","slug":"social-media-manager-pr-account-executive","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/social-media-manager-pr-account-executive\/","title":{"rendered":"Social Media Manager \n\n\n            \n\n            \n            PR Account Executive"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Overview<\/p>\n<p>\tWe\u2019re looking for a whip-smart Social Media Manager who can stun our clients and teams with leadership, creativity, vision, and eloquence. The Social Media Manager is responsible for managing, executing, and optimising social media strategies and content across platforms to drive engagement, build brand communities, and support integrated marketing campaigns.<br \/>\n\tThis role works closely with the ECD and Strategy Lead, creative teams, media, and client service to bring social strategies to life through best-in-class content, community management, and performance-led optimisation. Sounds like you? Read on.<\/p>\n<p>Responsibilities<\/p>\n<p>Day to day, your role will include:<\/p>\n<p>\tYou\u2019ll spearhead social for integrated projects and ensure ever-improving service across multiple clients.<\/p>\n<p>Strategy &amp; Planning<\/p>\n<p>\tSupport the development and execution of social media strategies aligned to client objectives and target audiences<br \/>\n\tTranslate high-level social strategy into clear content plans, channel tactics, and always-on execution<br \/>\n\tStay up to date with platform updates, trends, and emerging social formats to inform content and recommendations<\/p>\n<p>Content &amp; Campaign Management<\/p>\n<p>\tManage and maintain content calendars across multiple social platforms<br \/>\n\tCollaborate with creative teams to deliver engaging, platform-appropriate content (static, video, stories, short-form, etc.)<br \/>\n\tEnsure consistent brand voice, tone, and visual identity across all social outputs<br \/>\n\tSupport paid social execution in collaboration with media teams, ensuring content is optimised for performance\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Community Management<\/p>\n<p>\tOwn day-to-day community management across brand social channels<br \/>\n\tMonitor, moderate, and respond to comments, messages, and mentions in a timely and brand-appropriate manner<br \/>\n\tEscalate community issues, queries, or crises in line with agreed protocols<br \/>\n\tTurn audience feedback and social listening into actionable insights\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Analytics &amp; Reporting<\/p>\n<p>\tTrack and monitor performance across platforms (engagement, reach, growth, conversions)<br \/>\n\tCompile regular reports with clear insights and recommendations<br \/>\n\tUse performance data to optimise content, posting strategies, and engagement approaches\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Collaboration &amp; Ways of Working<\/p>\n<p>\tWork closely with the Social Lead and wider team to deliver integrated campaigns<br \/>\n\tParticipate in client meetings where required, contributing social insights and executional expertise<br \/>\n\tManage multiple brands and priorities while maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy<\/p>\n<p>Qualifications<\/p>\n<p>\tBachelor\u2019s degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field (or equivalent experience)\u00a0<br \/>\n\t3\u20135 years\u2019 experience in social media management, preferably within an agency or fast-paced environment<br \/>\n\tProven experience managing social platforms and content for brands<br \/>\n\tHands-on experience with community management and social publishing<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re looking for a talented Social Media Manager with impressive work experience, which typically includes:<\/p>\n<p>\tStrong understanding of major social platforms (Meta, X, LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube, etc.)<br \/>\n\tExcellent written communication and storytelling skills<br \/>\n\tProficiency in social media management and analytics tools (e.g., Sprout, Hootsuite, Meta Business Suite, Google Analytics)<br \/>\n\tStrong organisational and time management skills<br \/>\n\tCreative eye with an understanding of visual storytelling and platform best practice<br \/>\n\tExperience with influencer content, UGC, or creator collaborations<br \/>\n\tExposure to paid social and performance-driven content<br \/>\n\tFamiliarity with broader digital marketing principles and integrated campaigns<br \/>\n\tSocial platform expertise<br \/>\n\tContent planning and execution<br \/>\n\tCommunity and crisis management<br \/>\n\tAnalytical and data-informed decision making<br \/>\n\tStrong communication and collaboration<br \/>\n\tInnovation and trend awareness<br \/>\n\tProject and time management<\/p>\n<p>go to method of application \u00bb<\/p>\n<p>Apply via company website (  ) or<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"","_company_name":"Publicis Groupe","_company_website":"","_company_tagline":"","_company_twitter":"","_company_video":"","_filled":0,"_featured":0,"_remote_position":0,"_job_salary":"","_job_salary_currency":"","_job_salary_unit":""},"job_listing_region":[15],"job-types":[12],"class_list":{"0":"post-30972","1":"job_listing","2":"type-job_listing","3":"status-publish","4":"hentry","5":"job_listing_region-western-cape","7":"job-type-full-time"},"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings\/30972","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/job_listing"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=30972"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"job_listing_region","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_region?post=30972"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-types?post=30972"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}