Social Media Expert at Inspire Vocational Acedemies

Inspire Vocational Academies has been established with a vision to transform lives of youngsters in Nigeria and the first center has been opened at Yaba, Lagos. Inspire Vocational Academies is promoted by an international corporate group headquartered in UK. Inspire with global standards for pedagogy and training will make the youngsters of Nigeria industry ready to pursue career opportunities in a wide range of sectors - Automotive, Textile, Hospitality, Electronics, Manufacturing, Mining, Oil & Gas, and Technology etc. Inspire centers are built with highly equipped labs to ensure the students receive practical and hands-on training that will equip them with skills to pursue gainful employment opportunities and enable to them face industry demands. The pedagogy is delivered by certified trainers with standardized teaching practices. Each trainer is guided by Inspire teaching modules and training kit to ensure every aspect of the course is imparted consistently to every enrolled student.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Social Media Expert

Location: Egbeda, Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time

Responsibilities
Social Media Management:

• Manage and oversee daily activity on social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, TikTok, Pinterest, etc.).
• Monitor and respond to comments, messages, and interactions in a timely and brand-consistent manner.

Analytics & Reporting:

• Track social media metrics (e.g., engagement, reach, follower growth, website traffic)

Trend Research & Innovation:

• Stay up-to-date with current social media trends, tools, platforms, and best practices.
• Experiment with new formats, trends, and technologies to stay competitive.
• Content Creation & Copywriting: Ability to craft compelling and engaging content that resonates with target audiences.
• Creativity: Must be able to edit videos, Develop original ideas, create graphics, and multimedia content.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with the audience and stakeholders.
• Social Media Expertise: In-depth knowledge of social platforms, their algorithms, and tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer).
• Project Management: Strong organizational skills to manage content calendars, deadlines, and multi-platform campaigns.
• Adaptability: Ability to quickly adapt to changes in social media trends, algorithms, and industry practices.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to handle crises and respond strategically to negative or unexpected events.

Qualifications

• Education: A degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field is often preferred but not always required.
• Experience: Proven work experience as a Social Media Manager or a similar role.
• Tools: Familiarity with social media management tools (e.g., Sprout Social, Hootsuite), and content creation tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite).

Career Growth Opportunities:

• Senior Social Media Manager: Leading larger campaigns and strategy development.
• Digital Marketing Manager: Overseeing broader digital marketing strategies beyond social media.
• Content Director: Managing the content creation process across all digital platforms.
• Social Media Consultant: Offering strategic guidance to clients on social media practices.

Application Closing Date
21st February, 2025.