Work-Force
Posted recently. We believe great workplaces are built on great people. We are looking for a Social Media Manager in Bethlehem, and we encourage applicants from across Free State to consider this opportunity.
About the Opportunity
The Social Media Manager position is part of an ongoing recruitment drive across Free State. The brief has been shaped carefully, with a focus on delivery in Bethlehem and across the marketing jobs space.
Communication runs both ways. Managers across the marketing jobs team in Free State make time for one-to-ones, and people are expected to speak up early when something needs attention.
Reasonable working hours and respectful planning are part of how the role runs. The team values strong delivery, and load is balanced fairly across the marketing jobs group in Bethlehem.
Practically speaking, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Bethlehem also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.
Career Growth
Career progression here is real, not a slogan. The marketing jobs space in Bethlehem offers a clear runway from delivery into team leadership and beyond, and managers sit down with each team member regularly to map out the next step in Free State.
Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Bethlehem have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Free State.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Bethlehem team member.
The Environment
Notably, the environment is creative, deadline-driven and data-aware. Cross-functional work with sales, product and design is the norm, and ideas are tested with real audiences quickly.
A respectful, professional environment is the standard in Free State. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Bethlehem site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
In addition, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.
Meet the Team
Crucially, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Bethlehem office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Free State operations get busy.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
Practically speaking, the team mix in Bethlehem reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.
Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.
Our Commitment to Transformation
Diverse teams build stronger workplaces. Applications are welcome from candidates of every background, language and community across Free State, and recruitment is fair, transparent and aligned with the EE Act.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Bethlehem.
B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.
Practical steps back the words. Structured EE reporting, transformation initiatives and learnership programmes give real opportunities to candidates from across Free State.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct market research and competitor analysis to inform positioning
- Test, learn and iterate on creative, channels and audience targeting
- Ensure all marketing complies with POPIA and consumer protection codes
- Track campaign performance against KPIs and produce monthly reports
- Monitor brand reputation and respond to customer comments online
- Manage email marketing journeys, segmentation and lifecycle automation
What You’ll Need
- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Marketing, Communications or related field
- Excellent written and verbal communication in English
- Working knowledge of CMS platforms (WordPress preferred)
- Proven experience managing paid media campaigns
- Strong copywriting skills with a portfolio of published work
Each application is reviewed carefully, and strong matches against the criteria above will move forward in the process.