26 Social Media Coordinator jobs in Cape Town

Cape Town (hybrid, some office attendance required)
R35 000 - R50 000 per month
Full-time, Permanent

About the Company
We are a specialist consultancy focused on helping organisations build real, sustainable capability in artificial intelligence. With teams based in the UK and South Africa, we deliver consultancy, training, and programme delivery support to clients across the UK and internationally. Our mission is to embed AI in a responsible, strategic, and value-driven way, supporting organisations to harness its potential effectively and ethically.

Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced and creative Marketing and Social Media Manager to lead the development and delivery of our marketing strategy. Reporting to the Director of Product and Operations, you will play a key role in building brand presence, generating leads, and supporting the growth of our consultancy and training services. This role combines strategic planning with hands-on content creation and campaign delivery. Youll work independently to drive initiatives across digital channels, with a strong focus on content development, client engagement, and brand awareness.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the overall B2B marketing strategy and report on outcomes

• Lead content planning and delivery primarily across LinkedIn and other relevant platforms

• Produce engaging B2B content including short-form videos, thought leadership, and campaign assets

• Manage and optimise the CRM for lead generation and campaign tracking

• Plan and execute marketing campaigns for consultancy and training offers

• Oversee SEO, website updates, and analytics performance reporting

• Conduct client interviews to create testimonials and case studies

• Set up and manage affiliate or referral programmes

• Collaborate with the team to launch and promote events, courses, and digital products

• Identify marketing challenges and opportunities, driving solutions and improvements

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience designing and executing B2B marketing strategies

• Skilled in social media content creation, video editing, and campaign delivery

• Confident communicator with experience conducting client interviews

• Hands-on experience with CRM systems and lead generation campaigns

• Strong understanding of SEO and website performance metrics

• Excellent written and verbal English communication

• Organised, proactive, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment

• Comfortable using AI tools to support marketing and content creation

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience in consultancy, training, or tech sectors

• Familiarity with affiliate marketing models

• Experience in UK or international professional services markets

• Familiarity with Zoho CRM and Zoho One

Why Join

• Help shape the public understanding of artificial intelligence

• Work in a mission-led, fast-moving team at the forefront of ethical and practical AI

• Contribute to real-world capability building with global impact

• Flexible remote working with a supportive, results-focused culture

• Opportunities for professional growth and skills development

Social Media Manager
Bring your creativity to a growing digital marketing team shaping impactful campaigns.
Observatory, Cape Town (Hybrid: Mon & Wed in-office) | R22 000 - R25 000 CTC | 8:00 - 17:00

About Our Client
Our client is a dynamic marketing agency based in Cape Town, known for delivering innovative, multi-channel campaigns for a diverse portfolio of clients. They combine creativity, data-driven insights, and a collaborative approach to help brands connect with their audiences in meaningful ways. The team values initiative, continuous learning, and a supportive culture where fresh ideas are encouraged and professional growth is a priority.

The Role: Social Media Manager
This role is ideal for a proactive and creative professional eager to take the next step in their marketing career. Youll manage day-to-day social media activities, support client campaigns, and collaborate with senior managers to execute strategies across multiple channels. Its a hands-on opportunity to develop your expertise, contribute to impactful projects, and grow within a fast-paced and creative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Bring 1 - 2 years of social media management or marketing coordination experience to manage client accounts.

• Plan, schedule, post, and monitor content across multiple social platforms.

• Manage online communities by engaging with audiences and handling queries.

• Assist in coordinating and executing multi-channel campaigns.

• Adapt content for social, digital, and traditional platforms in line with brand guidelines.

• Liaise with internal teams and suppliers to meet deadlines.

• Track campaign KPIs, compile reports, and provide insights for optimisation.

• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to support strategy development.

• Contribute to creative brainstorming sessions and campaign ideation.

• Support with marketing collateral, presentations, website updates, and events.

About You

• 1 - 2 years of experience in social media management, marketing coordination, or similar (agency background advantageous).

• Bachelors degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Confident using social media platforms, scheduling tools, and analytics.

• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple projects.

• Creative thinker with excellent attention to detail.

• Collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

This is an ideal position to work from home on an ad hoc basis assisting to drive a dynamic marketing project with your creative ideas and input.

The business needs you to do the following:

• Create a Facebook platform
• Drive the LinkedIn professional platform
• Create monthly newsmailer on Mailchimp or any other platform
• Drive website SEO
• Podcast and video set up

If you are a creative with good ideas to assist this team, then this opportunity might be just right for you.

Requirements:

• Relevant qualification and skills
• Relevant work experience in the social media marketing space
• A creative that can take a traditional business to a new level

Suitable candidates welcome - we would like to hear from you.

This is an ideal position to work from home on an ad hoc basis assisting to drive a dynamic marketing project with your creative ideas and input.

The business needs you to do the following:

• Create a Facebook platform
• Drive the LinkedIn professional platform
• Create monthly newsmailer on Mailchimp or any other platform
• Drive website SEO
• Podcast and video set up

If you are a creative with good ideas to assist this team, then this opportunity might be just right for you.

Requirements:

• Relevant qualification and skills
• Relevant work experience in the social media marketing space
• A creative that can take a traditional business to a new level

Suitable candidates welcome - we would like to hear from you.

Are you passionate about social media, content creation, and digital storytelling? We’re looking for a Social Media Intern to join our team and help manage the company’s online presence across multiple platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing and updating the company’s social media pages (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, and TikTok).
• Create and schedule engaging posts aligned with the company’s brand and strategy.
• Monitor social media activity, respond to comments and messages, and engage with our community.
• Track analytics and provide insights to improve content performance.
• Stay up to date with current social media trends and suggest creative ideas for campaigns.
• Currently studying or recently completed studies in marketing, communications, media, or a related field.
• Strong written communication and creative thinking skills.
• Familiar with social media tools and platforms.
• Eager to learn, proactive, and detail-oriented.

Location: Cyprus (remote)

Who We Are:
We are a fast-growing digital marketing agency that creates compelling online content for high-profile clients. Our team thrives on creativity, innovation, and delivering results that make an impact across social platforms.

Who We Are Looking For:
We are seeking a talented Social Media Manager with at least 4 years of experience managing social media campaigns. You are a creative storyteller with a keen eye for trends, a strong command of English, and a passion for building online communities.

What You Will Do:

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  Develop and execute social media strategies tailored to audience engagement and growth.

  
  


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  Create and manage content across multiple platforms, including copywriting, graphics, and video.

  
  


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  Edit video content for social media with attention to style, trends, and engagement.

  
  


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  Track, analyse, and report on social media performance to optimise campaigns.

  
  


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  Stay ahead of trends and provide innovative ideas for campaigns.

  
  

What You Will Need:

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  Minimum 4 years experience in social media management.

  
  


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  Excellent copywriting and communication skills in English.

  
  


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  Proficiency in video editing and content creation tools.

  
  


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  Experience growing and managing online communities.

  
  


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  Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

  
  

REQUIREMENTS

• Content
• Digital
• Social Media

Established in 2007, Committed To Good (CTG) now operates in 25 fragile and conflict-affected countries around the world delivering humanitarian and development projects through the provision of recruitment, human resources and project management services. CTG provides services to humanitarian organisations, government, non-governmental organisations and corporates enabling public and private sectors to achieve their objectives in conflict-affected regions.

CTG Creative is CTG’s Communications and Marketing Team that supports CTG and several of the Chelsea Group companies — a diverse portfolio spanning humanitarian staffing, security, leadership development, clean water innovation, and more. We manage the online presence, brand storytelling, and communications and campaigns for multiple brands, developing strategies and content that reach B2B audiences across the world.

The CTG’s Communications team manages the digital presence of multiple Chelsea Group companies. Over the past year, significant momentum has been built across social media platforms, driving brand visibility, engagement, and lead generation. The social media manager role is business-critical for sustaining the volume and quality of social media content that directly supports brand visibility, client engagement, and business development . High-priority brands of Chelsea Group have seen engagement multiply tenfold under the current social media strategy. Ensuring continuity and creative excellence in this role is essential for maintaining this momentum and supporting the group’s broader strategic objectives.

The Social Media Manager will combine creative content production, analytics, and stakeholder engagement while ensuring consistency and impact across brands.

1. Strategy and planning

• Develop and lead organic social media strategies for multiple Chelsea Group brands.
• Shape paid media strategies in collaboration with freelancers, defining objectives, audience targeting, creative direction, and success metrics.
• Build content calendars that align with each brand’s business goals and overall group priorities.

Social Media Content and community management

• Lead digital content strategy and execution across all brands, working closely with the Head of Content to ensure continuity across all touchpoints, producing 50 posts/month, managing LinkedIn newsletters, and promoting blogs while ensuring brand consistency in messaging, visuals, and voice.
• Work closely with the Head of Content, Copywriter and Head Designer on content ideation and design.
• Monitor and engage communities daily, fostering relationships, growing audiences, and proactively managing online reputation.
• LinkedIn is our primary platform, followed by Facebook with one brand presence on Instagram.

2. Client and Stakeholder Liaison

• Conduct regular check-ins with internal clients across the Chelsea Group to align content with strategy and key initiatives.
• Adapt content pipelines to meet urgent business needs through close collaboration with the Communications team.

3. Paid Media Management

• Coordinate with external specialists for paid campaigns, ensuring performance and lead generation align with objectives.
• Oversee ad creative design and campaign execution.

4. Analytics and Reporting

• Prepare monthly and quarterly reports on social media performance, engagement, and reach, with the support of the Junior Account Manager.
• Monitor trends, optimise strategies, and collaborate with Analytics Lead on website and Google Analytics insights.

5. Website and Digital Updates

• Manage monthly website updates, ensuring all brands’ sites reflect current campaigns, events, and initiatives.

REQUIREMENTS

Core competencies and skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Social Media or related field.
• 5 years’ experience in social media management or digital marketing with knowledge of paid media, scheduling platforms, and website CMS.
• Demonstrated experience creating and managing multi-brand content.
• Track record of driving engagement and measurable growth.
• Experience coordinating with external vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Strong copywriting and design skills (Canva proficiency is an asset).
• Digital strategy & analytics: Ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Ability to self-start, problem-solve, and work under pressure.

Why join us

• Work across multiple dynamic companies in sectors that matter — from humanitarian work to leadership development and clean water innovation.
• Be part of a supportive creative team at our Cape Town office.
• 30 days’ annual leave.
• Comprehensive medical aid.

Social Media & Website Manager

Drive digital growth and brand engagement in the sustainable construction sector

Remote (South Africa) | R25,000 R30,000

About Our Client
Our client is a specialist provider of innovative heat recovery solutions for the construction industry. Their mission is to help contractors, developers, and clients achieve greater energy efficiency and sustainability through cutting-edge products and services. As the business continues to expand its digital presence, they are seeking a dynamic Social Media & Website Manager to lead online growth.

The Role: Social Media & Website Manager
This fully remote role is ideal for a digital marketing professional who blends creativity with technical expertise. You will manage the company's social media platforms, oversee the Shopify-based online store, optimise SEO, and run campaigns that strengthen brand visibility and generate measurable results.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, schedule, and optimise engaging content across platforms (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, X/Twitter, Pinterest).

• Manage and update the Shopify store, including product uploads, collections, theme management, and troubleshooting.

• Implement SEO strategies (keyword research, on-page optimisation, link building) to drive traffic and improve rankings.

• Use Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and Google Ads to monitor performance and run PPC campaigns.

• Design graphics, write compelling captions, and produce content in line with brand identity.

• Run e-commerce campaigns including promotions, email marketing, and conversion optimisation.

• Track metrics, prepare reports, and make data-driven recommendations for growth.

• Balance creative and technical execution to deliver results across digital platforms.

About You

• Proven experience managing social media with both organic and paid campaigns.

• Strong knowledge of Shopify management and design.

• Hands-on SEO expertise (on-page, technical, and link building).

• Skilled in Google tools (Analytics, Search Console, Ads).

• Strong content creation skills, including copywriting and design.

• Experience in e-commerce marketing and conversion optimisation.

• Analytical mindset with excellent reporting abilities.

• Creative, detail-oriented, and able to work independently.

• Must be based in South Africa with reliable internet and flexibility to align with UK time zones.

You will be the hands-on day-to-day implementer and manager for both Fiber Tribe and Agency Acquisitions. This job will manage and schedule approximately 15 pieces of content per week across the two channels with the support of a full time video editor. 

This includes but is not limited to: 

• Writing the scripts to record for Reels

• Providing feedback on the video direction and quality of the videos. There is a video editor on the team who will edit and produce all of the video content. 

• Posting all of the Reels on Instagram per week, approximately 7-10 Reels per week for Agency Acquisitions and 4-5 Reels for Fiber Tribe. This includes:

  • Create engaging thumbnails as needed 

  • Add trending music if required

  • Proof the closed captions provided by the video editor

  • Write the caption to go with the Reels

• Scheduling all of the videos across all platforms (Instagram, YouTube Shorts, TikTok) 

• Creating carousels and images in Canva (at least 4 per week, per brand)

• Creating folders for tracking inside Canva and develop naming conventions for ease of use

• Researching and posting hashtags 

• Creating and sharing Instagram Stories daily 

YouTube:

• Uploading the long form videos to YouTube 

• Managing the channel and creating playlists

• Creating end cards and linking to other videos

• Managing thumbnail creation with with graphic designer 

Managing the video editor:

• Provide direction for look and feel of videos

• Feedback on how to improve the video process

• Manage the flow of video content to and from the video editor 

Content tracking:

• Create and update a tracking document for all content for social media

Community engagement

• Respond to comments and DM’s (or flag for response as needed) 

• Engage on other social media content for more visibility