Social Media Coordinator – Marketing & Communications

at  Initiate International

Are you a lively, dynamic, and passionate individual with an unquenchable love for social interactions? If so, we’re on the lookout for a Social Media Guru to inject life into our marketing team! Your mission, if you choose to accept it, is to be a driving force in elevating our brand to unprecedented heights. As the Social Media Coordinator in our Cape Town offices, you’ll be part of a team of enthusiastic individuals who collectively contribute to a culture where everyone thrives on their passion for what they do.
We’re not just seeking any Social Media Coordinator in Cape Town; we crave someone whose enthusiasm is infectious, whose vitality gets everyone excited, capturing moments and sparking conversations. If your vibe is magnetic, your ideas as fresh as morning dew, and you’re attuned to the latest social media trends and tactics, then you might just be the social media dynamo we’re after! If this resonates with you, read on.

Your key job responsibilities as the Social Media Coordinator in Cape Town (Hybrid) will include:

• Daily monitoring and community management across various platforms
• Building and maintaining content calendars, ensuring posts align with social media best practices
• Responding to social media queries and comments in line with brand tone and guidelines
• Scheduling and posting content accurately and timely
• Analyzing, reviewing, and contributing to the delivery of Social Media reports
• Developing creative and engaging content
• Copywriting for various platforms
• Actively participating in social media event coverage, both during and after work hours in line with regulations
• Identifying and capitalizing on opportunities to engage our followers at a deeper level
• Reading and understanding Content Strategy Documents, giving input where you feel you can add value
• Contributing fresh and original ideas to elevate our brand
• Collaborating with the head office marketing team
• Actively participating in the design and creation of visual content

What you can look forward to as a Social Media Coordinator in Cape Town (Hybrid):

• Competitive Basic Salary
• Hybrid work environment
• Medical Aid contributions
• Subsidised gym membership and other fringe benefits to keep you happy & help keep your mental health in check too
• Incentive schemes and rewards
• Above average annual leave and wellness days
• Flexible working environment, with possibility to work away for a month a year in one of our other office locations worldwide!
• Unlimited barista coffee, plus fruit and snacks to bring you balance
• International training & budget for development (we have TWO in-house training academies!)
• Travel overseas, international & local events organised by us
• Work in one of the friendliest & dynamic industries in the world (we might be a bit biased!)

Requirements for this Social Media Coordinator job in Cape Town (Hybrid):

• Relevant qualification
• Passionate and extroverted personality with an infectious energy
• In-depth knowledge of social media platforms (TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, X etc.) and current trends
• Experience with tools such as Meta, Hootsuite, and Canva
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Creative mindset with a keen eye for design
• Familiarity with social media analytics and reporting

If you’re a social media enthusiast who thrives on creativity, community engagement, and building brand presence, we want to hear from you! Join our team as the Social Media Coordinator in Cape Town (Hybrid) and be part of an exciting journey towards making our brand a household name. Please send your CV through to contact@initiateinternational.com today! If you do not receive any feedback within 7 days of your application, please be advised that you were not successful in making the shortlist.
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• Daily monitoring and community management across various platforms
• Building and maintaining content calendars, ensuring posts align with social media best practices
• Responding to social media queries and comments in line with brand tone and guidelines
• Scheduling and posting content accurately and timely
• Analyzing, reviewing, and contributing to the delivery of Social Media reports
• Developing creative and engaging content
• Copywriting for various platforms
• Actively participating in social media event coverage, both during and after work hours in line with regulations
• Identifying and capitalizing on opportunities to engage our followers at a deeper level
• Reading and understanding Content Strategy Documents, giving input where you feel you can add value
• Contributing fresh and original ideas to elevate our brand
• Collaborating with the head office marketing team
• Actively participating in the design and creation of visual conten