Social Media Manager
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Pulse NG, Nigeria's popular online news and entertainment platform, is hiring a full-time Social Media Manager in Lagos. The role covers real-time news sourcing and publishing across Instagram, X, Facebook and TikTok, content ideation, sponsored post scheduling, event coverage, community engagement, and performance reporting. A Bachelor's degree (or relevant experience) and 2-4 years of social media experience are required.
- Full-time Social Media Manager role with Pulse NG based in Lagos.
- Publish breaking news and original content across Instagram, X/Twitter, Facebook and TikTok.
- Requires a Bachelor's degree or relevant experience plus 2-4 years in social media management.
- Includes community engagement, sponsored content scheduling, event coverage and performance reporting.
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Original source description
Pulse.ng is Nigeria's popular news platform online highlighting the entertainment, style, and news that are part of and the West African DNA.
Social Media Manager
Job Type: Full Time
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
Experience
2 - 4 years
Location: Lagos
Job Field: Marketing and Communication
Responsibilties
News Sourcing & Publishing:
Monitor local and global news, trends, and conversations in real time to identify fast-breaking stories worth posting
Draft and publish timely, accurate social posts across platforms (Instagram, X/Twitter, Facebook, TikTok, etc.) within tight turnaround windows
Coordinate with the editorial/content desk to verify facts before publishing
Content Ideation:
Generate original content ideas (not just repackaged news) that reflect Pulse's voice and audience interests
Pitch formats, series, and trends the team should jump on
Collaborate with the Storytelling and Amplification units to bring ideas to life.
Advertising & Sponsored Content:
Schedule and publish paid/sponsored posts and ad creatives per brand and client specifications
Ensure ads are tagged, formatted, and posted correctly across all relevant pages
Track posting deadlines for advertiser deliverables.
Event Coverage:
Receive and review video content from the Event Coverage team for social media publishing.
Coordinate with the Event Coverage team to understand the event schedule, key moments, available content and publishing priorities.
Publish event content across relevant social media platforms in line with the agreed content plan and timing.
Ensure event coverage is posted promptly and consistently while maintaining platform-specific formats and standards.
Community Engagement:
Monitor comments, DMs, and mentions; respond promptly and in Pulse's tone of voice
Flag trending conversations, complaints, or opportunities to the wider team
Foster and grow an active, engaged online community.
Reporting:
Track post performance (reach, engagement, video views, follower growth) across platforms
Compile weekly/monthly performance reports with key wins, learnings, and recommendations
Flag underperforming content patterns and suggest adjustments
in Marketing, Communications, Media, Public Relations, or a related field.
2–4 years of
in social media management, content creation, community management, or a similar role.
Strong knowledge of major social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp, Twitter and their respective best practices.
Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
Strong understanding of social media analytics and performance metrics.
with content creation tools such as Canva, CapCut, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar platforms.
Ability to develop creative content ideas and translate them into engaging social media posts.
Ability to manage multiple campaigns and deadlines simultaneously.
Knowledge of current social media trends and digital marketing practices.
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Method of Application
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- Pulse NG on pulseafrica.clayhr.com
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Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree or relevant