Paid Social Manager

6 days ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Jellyfish Full time R1 800 000 - R3 150 000 per year

At Jellyfish, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives and inclusive collaboration. We welcome individuals who excel in collaborative, varied teams and value the unique contributions that each person brings to the table.

Jellyfish is a global digital marketing agency; a unique fusion of tech enthusiasts, creative minds, and media and data experts all united to empower our clients along their digital journey. Our commitment to embracing diverse perspectives fuels our innovation and strategies that challenge the status quo, reinvent media activation, and craft influential stories for our global clients and their customers. Join us in shaping a future where business growth and personal fulfilment go hand in hand

Job Description

Reporting to our Senior Director, you will create impact within our Paid Social team. You'll help guide media performance and account growth. Your main responsibilities will include activation and optimization, reporting and insights, testing and data analysis, and client communication across complex accounts

Your primary responsibilities will include:

  • Manage and improve paid social campaigns inclusive of Meta, Snapchat, TikTok, Pinterest, X, and LinkedIn

  • Ensure accurate and full delivery of client budgets

  • Independently complete daily tasks; including but not exclusive to campaign builds, daily pacing, optimizing, and reporting

  • Help create professional client-facing documents highlighting clear and applicable performance insights

  • Work with clients through written, phone, and in-person communication

  • Collaborate with our teams to achieve campaign goals

  • Stay informed about new tools, trends, and best practices

Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated 2+ years expertise in paid social

  • Knowledge and experience on paid social platforms

  • Strong track record of managing complex media budgets

  • Immerse yourself in customers' expectations, preferences, and need to deliver exceptional experiences.

  • Identify and define problems, ensuring a clear understanding of the issue.

  • Anticipate future trends, changes, and challenges, staying one step ahead of potential impacts

Note: We emphasise skills, expertise and behavioural attributes over years of experience and traditional degrees. If you want to join our collaborative team, we invite you to apply today with your resume in English.

Additional Information

Join Jellyfish and experience a workplace where we prioritise your growth, celebrate your contributions, and empower you to tailor your work environment to suit your needs.

Reward: You'll be eligible to join our discretionary annual bonus scheme.

Custom Work Environment: Work remotely for up to 60% of your days and shape your day between 8am and 6:30pm with flexible working hours.

Growth, Your Way: Accumulate one paid day each month (2 hours per week) for self-development and access to Jellyfish Learn.

Family Support: Enjoy 14 weeks of paid leave for primary caregivers and 4 weeks of paid leave for secondary caregivers. We also provide £1000 (or equivalent) towards courses for returning primary caregivers to support your transition back into work.

"Jellyfish will give preference to Employment Equity candidates in accordance with the company's Employment Equity Plan and its Affirmative Action measures."

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