Social Media Coordinator

Job description

Are you a digitally savvy storyteller with a passion for engaging content and vibrant online communities? VoltAfrica is on the lookout for a Social Media Coordinator to join our dynamic communications team. This role is central to building and amplifying our brand presence online, requiring a blend of storytelling, content creation and community engagement to bring our brand to life across multiple platforms. Dynamic communications team and help bring our brand stories to life.

Responsibilities:

The social media coordinator will be responsible for managing and growing VoltAfrica’s digital presence, including but not limited to:

• Content planning and scheduling: Planning, creating and scheduling engaging content across Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, X (Twitter) and TikTok.
• Copywriting and storytelling: Crafting compelling captions and generating creative content ideas aligned with brand voice and objectives.
• Content creation: Producing basic visual content including graphics, reels and short-form videos using tools such as Canva, CapCut, Adobe Express or InShot.
• Calendar management: Maintaining content calendars and ensuring consistent and strategic posting using platforms such as Meta Business Suite.
• Community engagement: Managing audience interactions by responding to comments, messages and mentions in a timely and professional manner.
• Performance tracking: Monitoring social media performance metrics and assisting in compiling monthly analytics reports.
• Campaign collaboration: Working closely with designers and the broader brand team on campaigns, launches and community-building initiatives.
• Trend monitoring: Staying up to date with social media trends and insights to continuously improve content relevance and audience growth.

How to apply

VoltAfrica is committed to its Employment Equity and transformation objectives.

Interested and suitably qualified applicants are invited to submit a written application and a detailed CV with the subject line “Social Media Coordinator – VoltAfrica” to:
Email: az.oc.ecivresetaroproc@epacseicnacav
Closing date: 18 May 2026

Minimum requirements

• Qualifications: Degree in marketing, communications or a related field.
• Experience: 3–5 years of experience in social media management or a similar role.
• Technical skills: Proficiency in social media platforms, content scheduling tools and basic design and video editing software.
• Creative ability: Strong visual and creative skills with the ability to produce engaging multimedia content.
• Attributes: Detail-oriented, proactive and adaptable with a strong passion for digital storytelling.

Competencies

• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong sense of tone and audience.
• Creativity: Ability to generate innovative ideas and translate them into engaging content.
• Organisational skills: Strong time management skills with the ability to manage multiple platforms and deadlines simultaneously.
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively within a team environment and contribute to shared goals.
• Adaptability: Willingness to learn, evolve and stay ahead of digital and social media trends.

Posted on 28 Apr 21:56, Closing date 18 May