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Digital Marketing and Social Media Assistant Jobs in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com

Digital Marketing and Social Media Assistant

Recruiter:

Talented Recruitment

Job Ref:

DBN003131/LP

Date posted:

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:

A dynamic South African import, marketing, and distribution company is seeking a creative and proactive Digital Marketing & Social Media Assistant who is passionate about social media and growing brands online.

Join a fast-paced team and apply now to take your digital marketing career to the next level!

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with the planning and execution of marketing campaigns.
  • Manage and schedule content across social media platforms including Meta (Facebook & Instagram), TikTok, and YouTube
  • Monitor and respond to customer queries and comments across social media platforms.
  • Engage with the online community to build strong brand relationships.
  • Communicate and collaborate with influencers and brand partners to support marketing campaigns.
  • Identify potential influencers and assist with influencer outreach and coordination.
  • Support the creation of digital content including posts, captions, and basic visual assets.
  • Assist with website updates and online marketing activities.
  • Conduct keyword research and support SEO optimisation efforts.
  • Assist with Google-related marketing tools including Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and Google Ads
  • Track and report on campaign performance and social media insights.
  • Stay up to date with digital marketing trends and platform updates.

Requirements:

  • Basic understanding of social media marketing and digital platforms
  • Knowledge of Meta platforms, TikTok, and YouTube
  • Understanding of Google tools and search engine optimisation (SEO)
  • Strong written communication skills and confidence engaging with customers online.
  • Experience working with influencer campaigns or partnerships!
  • Basic graphic design skills (Canva, Adobe, etc.)
  • Experience with content scheduling and analytics tools
  • Good organisational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
  • A passion for marketing, social media, and digital trends

Should you not receive a response within the next 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Vacancies are advertised on our website, should you wish to keep abreast with our active roles.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

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I hereby consent for Talented Recruitment to process my personal information as part of the recruitment process. Talented Recruitment shall take all reasonable measures to protect the personal information of applicants and for the purpose of this disclaimer “personal information” shall be defined as detailed in the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act 4 of 2013 (“POPIA”).

Title: Digital Marketing and Social Media Assistant

Company: ExecutivePlacements.com

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

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