Social Media Manager (Sports Platform) at Pulse Nigeria

Pulse is Africa’s leading innovative media company, informing and engaging Africa’s young audience - and providing expansive media reach and creative marketing solutions to partners. We run news websites and social channels and marketing and production across Francophone and Anglophone West Africa and East Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Social Media Manager (Sports Platform)

Location: Maryland, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are looking for a Social Media Manager to join the team. As a Social Media Manager, you will be responsible for developing and executing dynamic social media strategies that drive engagement and growth across various platforms.
• In addition to content creation, you will be responsible for writing and publishing social media content and other brand copy across digital channels.
• You should have a strong understanding of the sports industry, as your work will reflect the brand’s voice and objectives within this niche.
• You will collaborate with creative teams, clients, and stakeholders to ensure all content is on-brand and achieves business goals.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Write, publish, and manage high-quality, engaging content tailored for diverse social media platforms, including posts, stories, graphics, and videos.
• Actively monitor and engage with the audience, responding to comments and messages to foster a vibrant online community.
• Work closely with designers, copywriters, and marketing strategists to ensure cohesive messaging and branding across all digital channels.
• Analyze performance metrics to assess the effectiveness of social media campaigns, providing actionable insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Support in preparing detailed reports on social media performance, highlighting key metrics, trends, and growth opportunities to inform strategic decision-making.
• Stay updated on social media trends, platform changes, and emerging technologies to keep strategies relevant and innovative.
• Plan and execute social media campaigns that support broader marketing initiatives and drive traffic, leads, and conversions.
• Provide support for team members on best practices for social media management and content creation.
• Stay informed about sports-related news, trends, and audience interests to ensure content resonates with sports fans and aligns with the brand’s positioning.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in social media management, preferably within a digital agency or in-house marketing team.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating successful social media campaigns and content strategies.
• In-depth understanding of major social media platforms and their advertising tools.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills with the ability to adapt tone and style for various audiences.
• Proficiency in social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer, Sprout Social) for scheduling, analytics, and engagement tracking.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Creative thinker with a passion for storytelling and brand development.
• Knowledge of sports and the sports industry, with an ability to create content that resonates with fans and aligns with the brand’s focus on sports-related themes.

Application Closing Date
29th April, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified Candidates should:
Click here to apply online