Social Media & Communications Officer

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote position

Work-life balance

Professional development

Meaningful cause

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative Social Media & Communications Officer to elevate our charitable presence online. You will manage social channels, craft compelling content, and help share success stories that demonstrate social impact.

The ideal candidate has proven social media campaign experience, strong writing and visuals skills, and comfort working remotely. You will analyze performance, report insights, and support newsletters and website content to engage a broad audience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Social Media Manager or similar role.
• Excellent writing, editing, and visual content creation skills.
• Proficiency with social media management tools and analytics platforms.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• Passion for storytelling in the charity sector.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive social media strategy across platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn).
• Create, curate, and schedule engaging content including text, images, videos, and infographics.
• Monitor social channels, respond to comments/messages, and engage with the online community.
• Analyze performance metrics and generate regular reports to inform strategy and improve engagement.
• Support the development and distribution of newsletters and website content.

Skills

Social media management

Content creation

Copywriting

Analytics & reporting

Remote work

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a creative and tech-savvy Social Media & Communications Officer to enhance their online presence and engage with a wider audience. This role is crucial for disseminating information about our charitable activities, sharing success stories, and fostering a strong sense of community online. You will manage our social media channels, create compelling content, and support broader communication efforts. The ideal candidate has a proven ability to craft engaging digital content, understand social media trends, and is passionate about using communication to drive social impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive social media strategy across various platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn).
• Create, curate, and schedule engaging and relevant content, including text, images, videos, and infographics.
• Monitor social media channels, respond to comments and messages, and engage with our online community.
• Analyze social media performance metrics and generate regular reports to inform strategy and improve engagement.
• Support the development and distribution of other communication materials, such as newsletters and website content.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Social Media Manager or similar role, with a strong portfolio of successful campaigns.
• Excellent writing, editing, and visual content creation skills.
• Proficiency in social media management tools and analytics platforms.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects effectively in a remote environment.
• A passion for storytelling and communicating the impact of the Charity & Voluntary sector, with an understanding of the Kimberley context.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package suitable for a remote position.
• Flexibility to work from home, providing a great work-life balance.
• Opportunities for training and development in digital marketing and communications.
• The chance to amplify the message of a meaningful cause and connect with a broad audience.
• A collaborative virtual team environment focused on making a difference.