About Takealot

Takealot is the leading eCommerce retailer in South Africa and one of the largest, most innovative eCommerce retailers on the African continent. Our mission is to be the most customer-centric online shopping destination in Africa, built around the simple concept that our customer comes first.

Qualifications & Experience:

• N6 certificate in Marketing, Media, Communications, or related field.
• Applicants must provide a portfolio or link to a digital folder (Canva, Google Drive) showcasing previous social media content or creative work.

The skills we need:

• Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets (vlookups, pivots, data validation, etc.), Google Workspace
• Effective time-management and organizational skills
• Proactive, hands-on, and able to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong “know-how” of design principles and proficiency in social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok).

Attributes required: 

• Collaborative
• Creative Energy
• Hands on
• Have an opinion and voice it
• Strong communication skills
• Strong problem solving skills

Key responsibilities:

• Assist in the daily execution of the Personal Shopper Program’s social media strategy, including scheduling, posting, and community engagement
• Produce high-quality visual assets (static images, GIFs, and short-form video) using tools like Canva or Photoshop to support the team’s ongoing design needs.
• Support the rollout of marketing campaigns for both internal stakeholders and external partners to drive program awareness.
• Translate program benefits and updates into engaging social content that resonates with our community of personal shoppers.
• Ensure all content produced aligns with the Takealot Group brand guidelines while maintaining the unique voice of the Personal Shopper Program.