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The Business:

Effer Ventures is an operationally-heavy investment business. The group is currently focused on rolling up staffing and recruitment businesses in the UK as well as a leading Employer of Record and recruitment business in South Africa. The model is to drive digitalisation and operational efficiency across the business, leading to an economies-of-scale-driven growth for each of the operating companies. We are looking to grow and scale both organically within these operating companies and through further acquisitions.

The Role:

The Digital Content & Social Media Strategist is responsible for driving brand visibility, engagement, and community growth through impactful social media content and visual storytelling. This role manages organic social media channels, creating, scheduling, and optimizing content across platforms like LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook, while ensuring all visual assets align with brand standards.

They repurpose long-form content into digestible, engaging formats, support basic video editing, and collaborate with SEO and marketing teams to ensure consistency and performance. With a strong foundation in graphic design and a data-driven mindset, the strategist continuously tracks performance metrics, refines content strategies, and identifies creative opportunities for community engagement and brand amplification.

The responsibilities of this role include:

• Develop and manage a monthly content calendar for platforms such as LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook.
• Write and schedule engaging organic posts, tailored to each platform’s format and best practices (carousels, videos, image posts, and text updates).
• Monitor social channels daily, responding to comments, mentions, and messages while maintaining a consistent brand voice.
• Track content performance (engagement, reach, saves, shares) to inform future content strategies.

• Create visually appealing assets for social posts, blogs, emails, infographics, and other collateral.
• Ensure all graphics follow brand guidelines including colours, typography, and visual tone.
• Collaborate with SEO and content teams to transform written content into engaging visual formats (e.g., infographics, quote cards, “How-To” carousels).
• Design reusable templates for recurring content series to speed up production.

• Convert long-form content (blogs, whitepapers, case studies) into short, shareable social formats.
• Assist with light video editing—trimming, adding captions, and applying simple transitions.
• Work alongside writers and freelancers to ensure cohesive visual-copy alignment prior to publishing.

• Align visuals and content with SEO strategy while ensuring compliance with alt text, image sizing, and structure.
• Support the Digital Marketing Manager with visuals for campaigns, product launches, and gated content promotions.
• Offer design input on landing pages and CRO experiments (e.g., A/B test visuals or lead magnet graphics).

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on social media management experience, ideally in a B2B setting.
• Strong graphic design skills with working knowledge of tools like Canva, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or Figma.
• A portfolio showcasing consistent brand design across at least two platforms (e.g., Instagram, LinkedIn).
• Familiarity with basic video editing software for creating short clips or animated visuals.
• Experience managing social media independently across multiple content streams.

• Deep understanding of platform-specific best practices (hashtags, ideal post formats, optimal timing).
• Strong written communication, able to craft concise, engaging, and on-brand captions.
• Analytical mindset—able to interpret engagement metrics and refine strategies accordingly.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage several content tracks simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Collaborative nature with experience working across departments (SEO, content, marketing).

• Bonus skills include:

• Basic HTML/CSS for image and blog formatting
• Knowledge of motion graphics or GIF creation
• Familiarity with social scheduling tools (Buffer, Later, Hootsuite)
• SEO awareness, especially how social supports broader inbound efforts
• Prior experience in hosting or supporting community events (e.g., LinkedIn Lives, webinars)

Compensation and Incentives:

• Base Salary: Monthly base salary R22,000.00 - R25,000.00 based on experience.
• Incentives:
• Quarterly Bonus Scheme
• Subsidized medical aid after one year of employment
• Coffee, tea, fruit, and breakfast in the office

• Bachelors degree (or equivalent) in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years experience in digital content creation, journalism, or social media management.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Proficiency with digital content tools and platforms.
• Working knowledge of Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), analytics platforms, and ethical communication standards.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent time management, and the ability to thrive under deadlines in a dynamic environment.

• Plan, create, and publish engaging content across LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, and TikTok.
• Write feature articles, blog posts, and multimedia content that reflect the organisations brand identity and values.
• Conduct interviews with internal and external stakeholders to generate authentic, story-driven content.
• Monitor and analyse content performance using Google Analytics, social media insights, and dashboards, applying data-driven decisions to improve reach and engagement.
• Collaborate with design, PR, and marketing teams to ensure consistent messaging and aligned strategy.
• Stay current with the latest digital media, social media, and journalism trends to keep content relevant and impactful.

About Keen

At Keen, we don't just deliver services, we embed ourselves into the heart of our clients' businesses. From digital marketing and creative to customer experience, we craft bold, high-performance digital experiences for global brands. Keen helps some of the most exciting U.S. and international brands scale smarter by embedding expert teams that drive results across marketing, creative, customer experience, and sales. We're not a legacy agency. We're a partner in growth, and that's where you come in.

About the Role

We’re hiring a Social Media & Content Creator to manage and grow brand social channels, create compelling content, and produce on-brand visuals across multiple platforms. You’ll be responsible for everything from planning content calendars to designing assets, writing blog posts, and editing short-form video. This role is ideal for a creative marketer who thrives in fast-paced, visually driven environments, understands DTC e-commerce, and knows how to create content that builds community and drives engagement.

What You’ll Do

● Manage and grow Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest channels. This includes content planning to posting

● Write and publish weekly blog posts aligned with the marketing calendar (product launches, partnerships, SEO topics)

● Design on-brand visual assets for campaigns, including social posts, website banners, email graphics, and blog imagery

● Edit and post short-form video content from in-house shoots, UGC, and photographer assets

● Ensure content is optimized for each platform and published on schedule

● Maintain brand consistency across all creative outputs

● Deliver monthly performance reports with insights and recommendations

● Collaborate with marketing, design, and e-commerce teams to align content with brand goals and product launches

What We’re Looking For

• 2–4+ years managing brand social channels and producing content for consumer brands (DTC experience preferred)
• Experience managing brands social media pages with large follower counts, able to keep engagement rates high while growing followers
• Strong skills in Figma, Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Confident in creating and editing short-form video for social media platforms
• Blog writing skills with the ability to match brand tone and style
• Strong eye for design, layout, and brand consistency
• Familiarity with e-commerce platforms (Shopify preferred) and social-first marketing
• Experience using scheduling tools such as Later, Planoly, or Buffer
• Highly organized, deadline-driven, and collaborating across time zones with U.S. teams

What’s In It for You

• Flexible remote work with the opportunity to collaborate with global teams
• Work with high-growth consumer brands in the wellness, beauty, lifestyle, and accessories space
• Competitive pay with opportunities for growth
• Birthday leave + professional development budget
• Join a collaborative, creative team that values both aesthetic and performance-driven content

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• We're Hiring: Junior Social Media Content Creator ? Location: On-site Type: Full-time
  
  

• We're Hiring: Junior Social Media Content Creator ? Location: On-site Type: Full-time
  
  

• Key Responsibilities
• Create, edit, and schedule content for platforms like Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn, X/Twitter, and YouTube
• Assist in planning and executing social media calendars and campaigns
• Write clear, engaging, and on-brand copy for posts and captions
• Collaborate with designers, developers, and content teams to bring ideas to life
• Monitor engagement and respond to comments/messages in line with brand voice
• Track and report on social media performance metrics
• Stay on top of trends, platform updates, and best practices
• Contribute fresh content ideas and support influencer/partner collaborations
• What We’re Looking For
• 1+ year of experience in marketing, content creation, or social media (agency or in-house)
• Solid understanding of major social platforms and their best practices
• Basic design skills (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar)
• Strong writing and editing skills with attention to grammar and tone
• Interest in photography/videography and short-form video creation (e.g., Reels, TikTok)
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• A collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn
  
  

• Experience with scheduling tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer, Later, Meta Business Suite)
• Video editing skills (e.g., CapCut, Adobe Premiere, Final Cut)
• Familiarity with social media analytics
• Experience managing a brand or personal account with proven growth or engagement
  
  

• Seniority level Entry level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
• Industries Advertising Services

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Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 1 week ago

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City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa 1 week ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Full-Time | On-site

Are you a digitally savvy storyteller with a passion for engaging content and vibrant online communities? We’re on the lookout for a content creator and social media coordinator to join our dynamic communications team and help bring our brand stories to life.

What you’ll do:

• Plan, create, and schedule engaging social media content across Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, X (Twitter), and TikTok.
• Craft compelling captions and generate creative ideas that align with brand goals.
• Produce basic visual content—graphics, reels, short videos—using tools like Canva, CapCut, Adobe Express, or InShot.
• Manage content calendars and use platforms like Meta Business Suite to schedule posts.
• Engage with our audience: respond to comments, messages, and mentions in a timely and professional manner.
• Track performance metrics and assist in compiling monthly analytics reports.
• Collaborate with designers and the broader brand team on campaigns, launches, and community-building initiatives.
• Stay on top of the latest trends in social media, bringing fresh ideas to grow and inspire our audience.

Ideal candidate:

• 1–3 years of experience in content creation or social media management.
• Excellent writing and communication skills, with a good sense of tone and audience.
• Basic graphic design and video editing capabilities.
• Highly creative, detail-oriented, and proactive.
• Willing to learn, adapt, and work collaboratively.

Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Full-Time | On-site

Are you a digitally savvy storyteller with a passion for engaging content and vibrant online communities? We’re on the lookout for a content creator and social media coordinator to join our dynamic communications team and help bring our brand stories to life.

What you’ll do:

• Plan, create, and schedule engaging social media content across Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, X (Twitter), and TikTok.
• Craft compelling captions and generate creative ideas that align with brand goals.
• Produce basic visual content—graphics, reels, short videos—using tools like Canva, CapCut, Adobe Express, or InShot.
• Manage content calendars and use platforms like Meta Business Suite to schedule posts.
• Engage with our audience: respond to comments, messages, and mentions in a timely and professional manner.
• Track performance metrics and assist in compiling monthly analytics reports.
• Collaborate with designers and the broader brand team on campaigns, launches, and community-building initiatives.
• Stay on top of the latest trends in social media, bringing fresh ideas to grow and inspire our audience.

Ideal candidate:

• 1–3 years of experience in content creation or social media management.
• Excellent writing and communication skills, with a good sense of tone and audience.
• Basic graphic design and video editing capabilities.
• Highly creative, detail-oriented, and proactive.
• Willing to learn, adapt, and work collaboratively.

Join a leading global non-profit organization in the medical field as a Social Media Coordinator based in Cape Town, where you'll play a vital role in raising awareness and educating the public about blood stem cell donation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Manage community engagement across platforms by responding to queries and addressing concerns.
2. Create relevant content to meet the needs and concerns of the community.
3. Conceptualize, create, and publish engaging digital content.
4. Coordinate interviews with patients, donors, and stakeholders for storytelling.
5. Assist in influencer and brand partnership activities.
6. Attend donor drives and stakeholder events to shoot content and provide support.
7. Support the rollout of local content for international social media campaigns.
8. Write and manage patient and donor content.
9. Assist with budgeting and other ad hoc activities.

REQUIREMENTS

• A relevant 3-year National Diploma; a Bachelor's degree in Journalism, PR, or related fields is advantageous.
• At least 2 years of community management experience, with strong writing skills, social media expertise, multitasking ability, news sense (journalism is a plus), and proficiency in videography and editing.
• Data analytics skills are a plus.
• Own car and valid driver's license.
• Willingness to travel nationally for content creation, training, and meetings.
• Excellent communication, editing, and writing skills.
• Project management skills.
• Passionate about community engagement and making a meaningful impact.

Appointment will be made in line with the organization's Employment Equity Plan. Preference will be given to Coloured and African males; however, applications from all designated groups are encouraged.

The proposed salary range is R30,000 - R35,000 per month, with the final offer depending on qualifications, skills, and experience.

NOTE: We ONLY accept online applications. We do not consider direct applications via WhatsApp or email.

Introduction

Pacific International Insurance is a dynamic cross-Tasman company that operates as part of a respected global insurance organisation. Along with a diverse portfolio of direct insurance brands a key strategic focus for Pacific is to partner with niche underwriting agencies via insurance binder business philosophy is to provide soft landings through our interactions with partners customers community our team and the broader industry. With our strong foundation and progressive mindset we continue to forge ahead anticipating and meeting the evolving needs of our customers in the ever-changing insurance landscape.

The opportunity

Due to business growth and an exciting new partnership we are seeking a permanent full-time Social Media Specialist to join our team. Reporting to the Marketing Manager you will be responsible for managing and growing the brands presence across all social media platforms. This role involves the development and execution of content plans publishing of posts community engagement and performance this role you will manage day-to-day social media activities while ensuring alignment with brand strategy and compliance requirements in a highly regulated Australian pet insurance industry.

This role is based in our Newcastle office with flexibility for hybrid working arrangements and parking provided.

In this role you will

• Set up manage and maintain all social media platforms including Facebook Instagram LinkedIn and others.
• Prepare and manage organic social media content plans in line with broader marketing campaigns and seasonal activity.
• Monitor engage and respond to interactions on all owned social media platforms.
• Manage queries complaints compliments and general feedback in a timely brand-appropriate manner.
• Escalate sensitive or complex queries to appropriate internal teams while maintaining customer-first communication.
• Track & report on key social media metrics including follower growth engagement rates reach and post performance.
• Collaborate with the broader marketing team to align social media with paid campaigns email marketing and website content.
• Identify opportunities to test new formats tools and engagement strategies to enhance reach and impact.
• Stay informed about social media trends competitor activity and audience preferences within the insurance and pet care sectors.
• Where applicable collaborate with partners to unlock and leverage opportunities

What you will bring

Why you will love working with us

If this role and our team sounds like a good fit for you we would love to hear from you!

Submit your application as soon as possible with applications being assessed progressively or contact Georgi Evans on (02)

Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

Marketing,Photography,Facebook Advertising,Hootsuite,Social Listening,SEO,Web Design,Adobe Photoshop,Social Media Management,Copywriting,Wordpress,Writing Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1