Volunteer Position : Social Media Marketing Assistant

Catholic Community Services Of York Region; Golden Horseshoe; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused organization is seeking a Social Media Marketing Assistant. This role is perfect for someone who loves social media and wants to use their creativity for a good cause. Responsibilities include creating engaging content, managing accounts, and collaborating on campaigns. The position offers flexibility and a chance to build hands-on experience while spreading positivity in the community.

Benefits

Gain hands-on experience

Build a portfolio

Reference letter

Qualifications

• Passionate about social media and making people feel good.
• Experience with platforms like Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
• Basic graphic design skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and curate engaging content for social media.
• Manage social media accounts and respond to comments.
• Collaborate on creative campaigns.

Skills

Social media management

Graphic design (Canva)

Strong communication skills

Content creation

Job description

Overview

Volunteer Position: Social Media Marketing Assistant

Department: Marketing and Communications

Organization: Catholic Community Services of York Region (CCSYR)

Location: York Region, ON (remote or hybrid options available)

Time Commitment: 5–10 hours per week (flexible, with bonus points for good memes).

Position Overview: Are you the person in your friend group who knows exactly which emoji to use in every text? Do you have a knack for turning everyday moments into Instagram-worthy posts? If so, CCSYR is calling your name! We’re on the hunt for a Social Media Marketing Assistant to help us brighten newsfeeds, connect with the community, and maybe even go viral (in a good way). This is your chance to use your social media superpowers for something meaningful—while having a little fun along the way.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with creating and curating engaging content for our social media platforms (funny captions encouraged).
• Help manage our social media accounts, respond to comments, and sprinkle positivity everywhere.
• Collaborate with the team to brainstorm creative campaigns that inspire and connect.
• Schedule posts and ensure everything looks polished and professional.
• Keep an eye on analytics, because data is cool when it involves likes, shares, and comments.
• Stay updated on social media trends and occasionally suggest how we can jump on the latest bandwagon.
• Assist with creating visuals using Canva or similar tools to ensure our content stands out.

Qualifications

• Passion for social media and making people feel good.
• Experience with platforms like Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
• Basic graphic design skills (Canva wizards and meme lords are welcome).
• Strong communication skills and a good sense of humor.
• Self-starter who can manage tasks independently but also loves being part of a team.
• Open to learning and experimenting with new ideas.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Use your social media scrolling habits for good.
• Gain hands-on experience and build a portfolio that shows off your skills.
• Work with a team that appreciates creativity, humor, and hard work.
• Help spread CCSYR’s message of compassion and care to the community.
• Receive a reference letter and major bragging rights for volunteering at an amazing organization.

How to Apply

Ready to make social media a force for good? Send your resume / portfolio and a short statement about why you’re interested to [e-mail]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis—so don’t wait too long to slide into our inbox. Let’s make the internet a kinder, more inspiring place. Join our team today!