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Social Media Manager – iGaming, Betting & Gambling job – Highly competitive salary – Cape Town, South Africa

About the Opportunity

Our client is shaking up the iGaming and sports betting market bringing a fresh perspective to the iGaming and sports betting industry, combining bold, unconventional campaigns with an integrated marketing strategy that keeps players engaged across multiple touchpoints.

They’re looking for a creative and commercially minded Social Media Manager to strengthen their digital presence, create standout content, and build engaged online communities in a fast-paced, competitive market.

What You’ll Do:

  • Develop and execute social media strategies aligned with brand and commercial objectives.
  • Manage content calendars and social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn and X.
  • Create engaging content, including reels, videos, graphics, carousels, and campaign assets.
  • Develop campaigns around sporting events, casino products, promotions, and key industry trends.
  • Manage online communities, audience engagement, and brand reputation.
  • Track performance metrics, analyse insights, and optimise content to improve reach, engagement, and conversions.
  • Monitor competitor activity, emerging trends, and opportunities across African markets.
  • Ensure content aligns with gambling advertising regulations, platform policies, and responsible gambling guidelines.

What We’re Looking For:

  • 4–6+ years of experience in social media management or digital marketing.
  • Experience in iGaming, online gambling, or sports betting is highly advantageous.
  • Proven ability to develop social media strategies and create engaging, platform-specific content.
  • Strong copywriting, creative thinking, and community management skills.
  • Experience with analytics, reporting, and content creation tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or CapCut.
  • Understanding of digital marketing, audience growth, and brand positioning.
  • Knowledge of social media compliance requirements within regulated industries.

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to take ownership of growth marketing strategy within a competitive iGaming environment, influence commercial performance, and build scalable acquisition and optimisation strategies across key markets.

Ready to Make Your Next Move?

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