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A leading name in South Africa’s fast-moving consumer goods industry is looking for a creative and results-driven Social Media Manager to take its digital presence to the next level. The role is based with a client in Sandton, Gauteng, and is offered on a permanent basis through DJ Recruitment, with a monthly salary of R25,000 to R45,000. Applications close on 28 December 2026.
About the company and the work
DJ Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a well-known FMCG client in Sandton. Fast-moving consumer goods is one of the most competitive spaces in South African marketing: brands live or die by how well they connect with shoppers every single day. This role sits right at that front line. You will own the brand’s social presence, turning products and campaigns into content people actually want to watch, share and talk about, and building an online community that keeps coming back.
Role details and duties
As Social Media Manager, you will:
- Develop and execute engaging social media strategies and content calendars.
- Manage content across the relevant social media platforms.
- Create compelling short-form video and multimedia content.
- Drive engagement, brand awareness, reach and follower growth.
- Build relationships with influencers, creators and brand advocates.
- Identify trends and cultural moments to keep the brand relevant.
- Analyse performance and optimise campaigns for maximum return on investment and return on advertising spend.
- Build an engaged online community and strengthen brand loyalty.
The role is permanent, based in Gauteng with the client in Sandton, and the advertised salary is R25,000 to R45,000 per month. The closing date is 28 December 2026.
Requirements
Only the requirements stated in the original advert are listed here:
- A BCom in Marketing, Digital Marketing, Advertising, Media Studies, or an equivalent qualification.
- Five or more years of experience in content creation, marketing or a similar role.
- Strong copywriting and storytelling skills.
- Experience with Canva, Photoshop, Illustrator and/or video editing tools.
- Knowledge of Meta Business Suite, LinkedIn Analytics, TikTok Ads Manager or similar platforms.
- Understanding of paid social media, social SEO, algorithms and digital funnels.
- Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills.
- Creative, adaptable, proactive and results-driven.
Where to find and apply safely
Apply only through the original Careers24 advert, using the Apply button on this page, which opens that advert. Never pay anyone to apply for a job, and never share banking details or passwords as part of an application. If anyone asks for a fee to secure this role, treat it as a scam and report it.
Practical tips
Put your strongest work first: link to the accounts, campaigns or short-form videos you have actually run, with the results they achieved. Recruiters for a role like this will look for proof of growth, engagement and return on spend, not just a list of tools. Be ready to talk through one campaign end to end — the idea, the content, the budget, and what the numbers showed afterwards. Check that your own social profiles look professional before you apply, since they are effectively part of your portfolio.
How the process works
Submit your application through the original Careers24 advert before 28 December 2026. Shortlisted candidates can expect to be contacted by the recruiter or the client; if you have not heard back after the closing date, the role has most likely been filled. Keep an eye on your email and phone, and be ready to share examples of your work at short notice.
Important information
This post is for information only. It summarises the original Careers24 advert for DJ Recruitment’s client in Sandton and is not the employer. Always confirm the salary, duties, requirements and closing date in the original advert before applying, as details can change. This is a different vacancy from the Social Media & Content Manager role in the Eastern Cape and from the Senior Social Media Manager role in Pretoria.
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