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Social Media Lead

Strivo Labs

Nigeria · On-site Full-time Lead Today

About the role

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced and creative Social Media Lead to drive and scale our social media strategy across multiple client portfolios. This role requires a strong blend of strategic thinking, content direction, performance analysis, and team leadership.

The ideal candidate is deeply immersed in digital culture, understands platform trends, and has a proven track record of building engaging, high-performing social media campaigns for brands.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and execution of comprehensive social media strategies for multiple clients across platforms (Instagram, X, LinkedIn, TikTok, etc.)
  • Oversee content planning, creation, and publishing to ensure consistency, quality, and alignment with brand voice
  • Manage and mentor a team of social media managers, content creators, and community managers
  • Translate brand objectives into engaging and measurable social media campaigns
  • Monitor trends, conversations, and emerging platforms to keep clients ahead of the curve
  • Analyze performance metrics and optimize campaigns based on data-driven insights (engagement, reach, conversions, ROI)
  • Collaborate with creative, strategy, and paid media teams to deliver integrated marketing campaigns
  • Oversee community management and ensure timely, on-brand responses across platforms
  • Present performance reports and strategic recommendations to internal stakeholders and clients
  • Manage social media calendars, budgets, and campaign timelines

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field
  • 5–8+ years of experience in social media management, preferably within a marketing or advertising agency
  • Proven experience managing multiple brand accounts and delivering measurable growth
  • Strong understanding of social media algorithms, trends, and platform best practices
  • Experience leading and managing a team
  • Proficiency in social media management and analytics tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Sprout Social, Meta Business Suite)
  • Strong copywriting and content direction skills
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Nice to Have

  • Experience with paid social campaigns and performance marketing
  • Familiarity with influencer marketing and creator partnerships
  • Basic knowledge of design tools (Canva, Adobe Suite) and video content trends
  • Experience working with diverse industries and high-growth brands

Key Competencies

  • Strategic Thinking
  • Creativity & Innovation
  • Leadership & Team Management
  • Data-Driven Decision Making
  • Client Management
  • Adaptability & Trend Awareness

What We Offer

  • Opportunity to work with diverse and exciting brands
  • Collaborative and creative work environment
  • Career growth and leadership opportunities
  • Competitive salary and performance-based incentives

Skills

HootsuiteLinkedInMeta Business SuiteSprout SocialTikTokX

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