Social Media Specialist

An exciting opportunity exists for a Social Media Specialist to join the Mukuru team in Cape Town. The main purpose of this role is to provide specialist support and management of Mukuru social media platforms. The Social Media Specialist reports directly to the Digital Marketing Manager. This role is responsible for the creation of content strategies and efficient execution and management of multiple social media pages. It offers a chance to work in a purpose‑driven, fast‑paced organisation and make an impact by enhancing engagement on our social media platforms to expand our customer base. Internal liaison takes place with all internal departments; external liaison takes place with customers through social media. Duties and Responsibilities Initiate and execute creative content strategies that align with the Mukuru brand. Copywrite all social media posts according to the brand guidelines. Conduct market research analysis to identify trends, real‑time search and news media activity, popular social media topics, e‑commerce trends, market opportunities, or competitor performance. Assist in the development of social media transaction or security policies. Keep abreast of government regulations and emerging web technology to ensure regulatory compliance by reviewing current policies and SOPs, engaging with colleagues, participating in educational programs, attending workshops or conferences, or participating in professional organisations. Input into improving and developing the digital marketing function through social platforms. Collaborate with other marketing staff to integrate and complement marketing strategies across multiple social media platforms. Participate in the development and implementation of online marketing strategy with overall responsibility for social media implementation. Improve social media platforms activities through ongoing analysis, experimentation, or optimisation tests, using different approved methods. Conduct online marketing initiatives, such as paid ad placement, affiliate programs, sponsorship programmes, e‑mail promotions, or viral marketing campaigns on social media. Identify appropriate key performance indicators (KPIs) and report key metrics from social media platform activities or initiatives. Ensure positive social media sentiment and provide recommendations to improve or tweak when necessary. Responsible for setting up or optimising analytics tools for tracking visitors’ behaviours. Collect and analyse web metrics, such as visits, time on site, page views per visit, transaction volume and revenue, traffic mix, click‑through rates, conversion rates, cost per acquisition or cost per click. Manage tracking and reporting of social media activities on all platforms to provide analyses and insights to key stakeholders. Conduct financial modelling, tracking and reporting for online marketing programmes or website revenue forecasting. Execute digital competitions (planning, design, sign‑off and execution). Evaluate new emerging media or technologies and make recommendations for their application within internet marketing and social media marketing campaigns. Identify, evaluate, and propose procurement of hardware or software for implementing social media marketing initiatives and campaigns. Propose online or social media channel campaigns to marketing leaders. Collaborate with web, IT, service providers, and graphic design staff to create multimedia social media content that conforms to brand and company visual format. Contribute to the identification and development of commercial or technical specifications, such as usability, pricing, checkout, or data security, to promote transactional internet‑enabled functionality and inform social media marketing tactics. Execute and manage social media campaigns or promotional strategies with sales, operations, and other key stakeholders. Assist in the evaluation and negotiation of contracts with vendors or online partners. Attend monthly KPI discussion with Digital Marketing Manager. Attend bi‑annual performance meeting with Digital Marketing Manager. Maintain knowledge of current digital marketing methodology and practices. Keep abreast of remittance developments within the money transfer service industry. Keep abreast of new product/partner launches. Key Requirements Grade 12 or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree or advanced diploma. Social media and digital marketing courses. Minimum 5 years digital marketing experience. Minimum 5 years social media platform experience (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok). Minimum 3 years (advantageous, not necessary) fintech and/or financial services experience. Knowledge of social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok). Knowledge of marketing and communication processes. Knowledge of content creation (video and static). Knowledge of websites. Additional Skills Presentation skills. Verbal and written communication skills. Organisational and administrative skills. Interpersonal skills. Detail‑oriented. Analytical skills. Computer skills. I am sure you are reading this job description and meet the majority of the criteria, but you may also still not be 100% comfortable in applying. We believe that there is a place for everyone under the Mukuru sun and we want you to contribute to our diverse tapestry of talent. So come on, take a leap of faith, and send your application if you meet the majority of our requirements. Remember to include a snippet of how you will bring value and help us build a future of success that will help us determine where and how you may best be suited – maybe you are just the future Mukurian we need Should you be appointed in a remote/work‑from‑home role at Mukuru, it is your responsibility to ensure that you have uninterrupted internet connectivity and a “work‑like” environment at your home location, in order to deliver your best in terms of performance, productivity and service to our customers. If you do not receive any response after two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. NB: ALL STAFF APPOINTMENTS WILL BE MADE WITH DUE CONSIDERATION OF THE COMPANY’S DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION PLANS. Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Marketing and Sales #J-18808-Ljbffr