Flow Communications is seeking a junior social media specialist with strong writing skills, attention to detail and a good understanding of social media platforms. The successful candidate will support the social media team with day-to-day execution and development of content.
The role
Flow Communications is a 100% remote South African marketing and communications agency. This role will support the team across content creation, community management, reporting and live events for multiple clients. The successful candidate will be organised, curious, willing to learn and able to contribute ideas while working with guidance from more experienced colleagues.
Requirements
- A relevant qualification in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing or a related field
- A positive attitude, strong culture fit and a genuine interest in working at Flow Communications, with knowledge of the agency
- A reliable, proven internet connection and ability to work effectively in a fully remote team
- Ability to travel for work, including live events; Johannesburg-based candidates are preferred
- Proven ability to adopt new technologies and use AI prompting and other tools effectively to develop strong content
- Strong writing and storytelling skills, with attention to detail
- A good understanding of major social media platforms, audiences and content formats
- Ability to turn briefs and content plans into clear, engaging posts
- Understanding of community management and social media trends
- An interest in social listening, analytics and reporting, with willingness to learn the relevant tools
- Ability to organise tasks and meet deadlines across multiple accounts
- Willingness to learn about paid social and social media management platforms
- Ability to contribute ideas, take feedback and work collaboratively
Willingness to support live event coverage and create content on the go
Duties and responsibilities
- Draft and adapt social media content for different clients, audiences and platforms
- Support content planning, scheduling and day-to-day account execution
- Assist with community management and social listening
- Gather performance data and assist with social media reports
- Support content capture and posting during live events and activations
- Keep up with platform changes and bring relevant ideas to the team
- Use AI and other technology responsibly and effectively to support content development
- Check copy and content carefully for accuracy, tone and quality
- Coordinate with the social media team and project managers on briefs, feedback and deadlines
Appointments of suitably qualified candidates will be made in accordance with the company’s Employment Equity Plan, aligned with the Employment Equity Act.
To apply
Please submit your CV, an application letter explaining why you are a suitable candidate and examples of relevant social media work to applications@flowsa.com. Use the position you are applying for as the subject line.
Closing date: 21 October 2026