Social Media Marketing Manager - Temporary

Geduglobal Iabmbn Open · verified Oct 6, 2026

Hybrid Dubai Full-time Manager Social Media

At a glance

Manager-level Social Media role at Geduglobal Iabmbn. Dubai · full-time.

Pay not stated Social Media salary

RoleSocial Media

SeniorityManager

LocationDubai

WorkplaceHybrid

EmploymentFull-time

PostedOct 5, 2026 · 1d ago

Role brief

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What you'll do

Plan the social calendar and create or coordinate photo, video and written posts that match the school’s brand
Reply promptly and professionally to comments, messages and mentions, while building connections with current and prospective parents
Track reach, engagement, follower growth and enquiry attribution, then share results with the Head of Marketing
Use performance findings and platform trends to adjust content and posting plans
Promote campaigns and events on social, provide live coverage and align messaging with the Brand and Digital team

What you bring

You have at least two years managing social accounts for a brand, organization or school
A marketing, communications or related degree is required
You can produce social content in photo, video and copy formats
You need a valid UAE residence visa for this temporary role

Who this fits

This manager-level role suits someone who is organized, visually creative and comfortable engaging directly with parents online. It is based in Dubai and is hybrid. Applicants must be prepared for child-protection screening, including checks with previous employers and police clearance certificates for countries where they have lived.

From the employer

Job Purpose

The Social Media Manager owns QE Dubai, Sports City social media presence, building brand awareness and community engagement through compelling, on-brand content. The role plans and executes the social media calendar, engages with the school's online community, and tracks performance to continuously improve results.

Key Responsibilities

Content Planning & Creation

Plan and manage a regular social media content calendar across relevant platforms.
Create or coordinate the creation of engaging photo, video, and written content that reflects the school's brand and community.
Ensure all content is on-brand, accurate, and aligned with the broader marketing strategy.

Community Engagement

Monitor and respond to comments, messages, and mentions in a timely, professional manner.
Build an engaged online community of current and prospective parents.
Coordinate with the Parent Relations Manager and Admissions on parent-facing social content and enquiries.

Performance & Reporting

Track social media performance (reach, engagement, follower growth, enquiry attribution) and report regularly to the Head of Marketing.
Use performance data and platform trends to continuously refine content and posting strategy.

Campaign Support

Support broader marketing campaigns and events with social media promotion and live coverage.
Work with the Brand and Digital team to ensure consistent messaging across channels.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
2+ years' experience managing social media accounts for a brand, organisation, or school.
Experience creating content (photo, video, copy) for social platforms.
Familiarity with social media scheduling and analytics tools.
As this is a temporary role you will need to hold a valid UAE Residence Visa.

Skills & Competencies

Strong creative and visual sense, with good copywriting skills.
Confident using social platforms and basic content creation/editing tools.
Responsive and personable, comfortable engaging directly with parents online.
Organised, with the ability to plan and stick to a content calendar.

Key Working Relationships

Internal: Head of Marketing, Outreach Manager, Parent Relations Manager, Brand and Digital team.
External: Current and prospective parents and the school's wider online community.

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

Queen Elizabeth’s Global Schools are an equal opportunities employer and is deeply committed to safeguarding our students, ensuring their safety and wellbeing. We expect all staff and members of our community to share this commitment and to promptly report any concerns about a student’s or community member’s safety or wellbeing. Applicants must be willing to undergo rigorous child protection screening, including checks with past employers and providing Police Clearance Certificates from all countries that the applicant has resided in.