Social Media Manager at dentsu

Job Description:

Latest job information from dentsu for the position of Social Media Manager. If the Social Media Manager vacancy in Sandton matches your qualifications, please submit your latest application or CV directly through the updated Jobkos job portal.

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We are looking for a dynamic Social Media Manager to join our team. This individual will play a key role in developing, executing, and managing social media strategies that grow our brand presence, drive engagement, and deliver measurable results. The ideal candidate is both creative and analytical, with a strong understanding of how social media fits into the broader marketing ecosystem.

Job Description:This is a 2 months Fixed-Term contract.

Key responsibilities:

• Strategy Development:
• Create and execute basic social media strategies aligned to business and campaign objectives.
• Translate strategy into clear, actionable plans across platforms.
• Content & Campaign Planning:
• Develop tactical social media plans and content calendars.
• Ensure content is engaging, trend-aware, and adapted for various formats (static, video, stories, reels, etc.).
• Collaborate with creative, strategy, design, and influencer teams to deliver cohesive campaigns.
• Community & Trends:
• Keep an "ear on the ground" by identifying emerging trends, conversations, and cultural moments relevant to our audience.
• Engage with communities to build authentic brand connections.
• Reporting & Analytics:
• Track, analyze, and report on performance metrics to measure success and optimize future campaigns.
• Provide actionable insights to improve engagement, reach, and ROI.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of social media platforms, formats, and best practices.
• Ability to create and manage tactical plans that connect strategy to execution.
• Proficient in social media analytics and reporting tools.
• Creative thinker with an eye for engaging content and storytelling.
• Highly collaborative, able to work across teams (creative, design, influencer, and strategy).
• Trend-savvy and culturally aware.

Qualifications & Experience

• 4-5 years of experience in social media management, digital marketing, or related roles.
• Demonstrated experience in creating social media strategies and content plans.
• Proven track record in reporting and analyzing campaign performance.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams within a fast-paced environment.

Location:Sandton

Brand:Dentsu Creative

Time Type:Full time

Contract Type:Fixed Term Contract (Fixed Term)

Job Info:

• Company: dentsu
• Position: Social Media Manager
• Work Location: Sandton
• Country: ZA

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