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  • Posted: Nov 25, 2025
    Deadline: Not specified
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  • The first Woolworths store opened its doors to the public in Cape Town in October 1931. And it was founder Max Sonnenberg who captured the public’s imagination with dynamic store policies that set Woolworths apart from its competitors. Three years later, a second branch opened in Durban, with another two in Port Elizabeth and Johannesburg a year later. And...
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    Social Media Consultant

    Introduction

    • We are looking for a creative and strategic Social Media Consultant thelp manage and grow our brand’s presence and engagement. The ideal candidate will have a passion for content creation, content planning and community building. You will be responsible for developing engaging, on-brand content and managing interactions tgrow our audiences organically.

    Job description
    Content Planning 

    • Develop, implement and manage a strategic social media plan tincrease brand awareness, drive engagement and build community for our brand.
    • Capture and create engaging content directly from events and on-the-ground activations for real-time social media storytelling.
    • Support the creation of, and manage, diverse content tmaintain a consistent and compelling brand presence on Instagram.
    • Develop creative concepts for short-form videos and interactive posts, leveraging platform features.
    • Ensure content is visually aligned with the brand’s aesthetic and tone of voice.
    • Write compelling on-brand captions that resonate with our audience, builds community and drives growth. 
    • Ensure accuracy of captions, hashtags, tags and links.

    Community Engagement and Management

    • Schedule and post all content according tthe content plan and as needed
    • Foster a positive and interactive online community by encouraging conversations, reposting user-generated content, and building relationships with followers.
    • Tap intrelevant social media trends, ensuring the brand stays connected tcurrent conversations.

    Analytics and Performance Reporting

    • Track key metrics like impressions, interactions, follower growth, videviews, and reach and report on them monthly.
    • Use social media insights tmonitor performance and adjust content based on data-driven insights.
    • Prepare regular reports for the business, summarising social media performance and providing actionable recommendations for improvement.

    Trendspotting and Innovation

    • Stay up-to-date on emerging trends, viral challenges, and popular sounds across social platforms, including TikTok and Instagram, incorporating them intcontent when relevant.
    • Experiment with new content types and formats, tmaintain excitement and variety in our social media presence.

    Collaborations and Partnerships

    • Identify opportunities tcollaborate with influencers, creators, or other brands texpand reach and engage with new audiences organically.
    • Manage partnerships with UGC creators tensure their content is delivered on-time and within brand guideline.

    Minimum requirements
    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a similar field.

    Experience

    • 3 years of social media management experience, ideally in beauty and/or fashion. 
    • Experience with influencer marketing and community-building strategies.
    • Basic knowledge of videproduction techniques and editing for short-form content.
    • Familiarity with social listening and engagement tracking tools.
    • Proven track record of growing audiences and driving engagement on Instagram through organic content.

    Technical Skills

    • Proficient in content creation and mobile editing tools such as Instagram Creator Studio, TikTok’s native tools, Canva and Capcut.
    • Strong understanding of Instagram and TikTok algorithms, including best practices for Reels, Stories, and TikTok videos.
    • Familiarity with social media management tools (Brandwatch) for content scheduling and planning will be beneficial. 

    Soft Skills

    • A passion for social content and strong visual storytelling skills
    • Ability tmultitask and work well under pressure
    • Strong content planning ability
    • Strong communication and impeccable writing skills
    • Excellent time-management skills with the ability tbalance multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
    • Keen eye for new social media trends 

    Personal Attributes:

    • Passionate about social, with a deep understanding of Instagram and Tik Tok culture and trends.
    • Creative, innovative, and up-to-date with the latest social media tools and trends.
    • Self-driven, collaborative, and able tadapt quickly in a fast-paced digital environment.
    • Collaborative, positive and energetic

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    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to Woolworths on careers.woolworths.co.za to apply

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