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Social Media & Influencer Manager

Somewhere

Fully Remote
πŸ“ Bogota, Capital District
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πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants

This fully remote full time position at Somewhere is open to applicants from South Africa. The estimated monthly salary is R27,750 – R37,000 ZAR. This role is suited for mid-level professionals. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa β€” whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.

Job Description

Job Description: Social Media & Influencer Manager

Role:Social Media & Influencer Manager

Experience Level:Mid-level (3+ years)

Location:Remote (Global) - Strong English Proficiency

Working Hours:9 AM – 5 PM EST

Role Overview

Our Client is seeking a proactive, self-startingSocial Media & Influencer Managerto oversee digital content strategy and lead targeted influencer programs. This role is a blend of creative strategy and execution, focusing on enhancing "online noise" for our clients through organic engagement and paid amplification. You will work on high-impact campaigns, including those in the healthcare and consumer health space (e.g., emergency contraception/Plan B).

The ideal candidate is a mid-level professional who is comfortable managing the "back-and-forth" of social media, from writing content to coordinating with specialized influencers such as doctors, pharmacists, and patients.

Key Responsibilities
* Content Strategy & Creation:Write and develop social/digital content for various clients; create engagement plans to enhance online presence.
* Influencer Management:Identify, engage, and set up programs with professional influencers (healthcare providers) and patient advocates.
* Content Governance:Provide guidance to influencers on content creation; review and approve all posts to ensure alignment with client standards and regulatory requirements.
* Campaign Integration:Integrate social and influencer efforts into broader marketing campaigns and product launches.
* Community Management:Monitor online sentiment and respond to engagement where necessary (though many systems have limited monitoring requirements).
* Paid Social:Assist in thinking through how to put paid media spend behind organic content to "enhance the noise."

Requirements & Qualifications
* Experience:3+ years of experience in social media management and influencer marketing.
* Industry Knowledge:Strongconsumer marketingexperience is essential.
* Experience inHealthcare/Pharmais a significant plus but not required.
* Communication:Exceptional English comprehension and delivery.
* Technical Skills:* Proficiency withSprout Social(preferred).Familiarity with Google Sheets and standard project management tools.
* Familiarity with Google Sheets and standard project management tools.
* Portfolio:Must be able to provide a portfolio of past work/campaigns

Soft Skills & Attributes
* Self-Starter:Ability to take initiative and manage workloads with minimal supervision.
* Reliability:Highly responsible, dedicated to deadlines, and punctual.
* Adaptability:Comfortable working in a remote, global team environment.

Interview Process
* Initial Screen:Portfolio review and preliminary conversation.
* Interviews:Meeting with Janene and one additional team member.
* Onboarding:Looking for a start date as soon as possible in the New Year.

Tips for South African Applicants

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Timezone Advantage

South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.

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Salary in Context

At R27,750/month, this role is on par with the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($1,500/mo) benefits from the favourable exchange rate.

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Application Tips

Tailor your CV to international standards β€” use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.

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Load Shedding Preparedness

If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.

About Somewhere

Somewhere is a company in the Recruitment & Staffing industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 614 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs β†’