Social Media Manager

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTD000145/JG

Date posted:

Tuesday, July 29, 2025

Location:

Capetown, South Africa

SUMMARY:
A global leader in performance gear and protective equipment for high-adrenaline sports is seeking a skilled and strategic Social Media Manager. The company produces cutting-edge products used in sports ranging from motocross to mountain biking and is known for its innovation, quality, and dedication to safety.

We're looking for a digitally savvy storyteller to lead social media strategy and execution across international markets. If you thrive on turning product drops, athlete sponsorships, and live events into scroll-stopping content, this role is for you. You’ll manage content calendars, community engagement, campaign ideation, ad execution, and reporting—all while working closely with a passionate global team.

POSITION INFO:

Develop and execute social media strategies that align with marketing objectives
Manage daily community engagement and customer service via direct messages and comments
Build and maintain monthly content calendars for global distribution
Plan and implement targeted paid ad campaigns (Meta, Google, YouTube, etc.)
Advise on platform optimizations and website/social media integrations
Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to inform strategy
Provide monthly performance reports and insights
Coordinate localised content for international markets, including language-specific posts
Collaborate cross-functionally on campaigns, launches, and events
Assist with digital media budget tracking and recommendations

Skills & Experience (Not negotiable):
5+ years of hands-on social media or digital marketing experience
Experience with Meta Business Suite, content scheduling, and analytics platforms
Strong writing, editing (photo/video/text), and communication skills
Collaborative mindset with a proactive, detail-oriented approach
Background in marketing, PR, communications, or a related field preferred
Bonus points if you’ve worked in action sports, lifestyle, or product-based industries

Contact JADE GELDENHUYS on , quoting the Ref: CTD000145.

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