Administrative/Social Media Assistant

JobStart Scheme; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Belfast is seeking an Administrative/Social Media Assistant to manage administrative operations and enhance social media presence. This role involves supporting general office tasks, creating engaging content, and managing social media accounts. Candidates should have experience in administrative roles and social media management, with strong communication and creativity skills. Salary starts at £7.55 per hour, with flexible working hours.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in administrative support and social media management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support, including managing phone calls and scheduling appointments.
• Manage and update social media accounts to enhance brand visibility.
• Create and curate engaging content for social media posts.

Skills

Administrative support

Social media management

Communication skills

Creativity

Time management

Knowledge of social media analytics

Education

Marketing, Communications, Business Administration or related field

Tools

Social media management tools

Job description

Marion Centre of Excellence is seeking an Administrative/Social Media Assistant to support administrative operations and manage social media presence.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support, including managing phone calls, scheduling appointments, and handling correspondence.
• Assist in organising and maintaining files, records, and documents. Help prepare reports, presentations, and other documents as needed.
• Manage and update social media accounts (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn) to enhance brand visibility and engagement.
• Create and curate engaging content for social media posts, including text, images and videos.
• Monitor social media channels for comments, messages and mentions, and respond promptly and appropriately.
• Analyse social media metrics and insights to track performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Generate ideas for social media content that align with the company’s brand and marketing goals.
• Develop and edit visual and written content for social media posts, including graphics, videos and captions.
• Curate relevant and engaging content from external sources to share with the Marion Centre of Excellence audience.
• Engage with followers, customers and other stakeholders on social media platforms to build relationships and foster community engagement.
• Monitor trends and participate in relevant conversations to maintain an active and responsive social media presence.
• Work collaboratively with other team members, including marketing and communication staff, to coordinate social media campaigns and promotions.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment between social media activities and overall business objectives.
• Attend events.

Skills and Qualifications

• Marketing, Communications, Business Administration or a related field preferred.
• Proven experience in administrative support and social media management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Proficiency in social media platforms and social media management tools.
• Creative thinking and ability to generate engaging content.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of social media analytics and reporting tools is a plus.
• Creative skills in Art and Design and knowledge of how to use a Cricut machine.
• Sales and retail experience.

Further Information

Standard hours: up to 25 hours per week. Flexible or reduced hours may be available upon approval by a Work Coach. Additional hours may be offered depending on availability and should be discussed directly with the employer before employment. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Salary

£7.55 per hour for ages 16-17, £10.00 per hour for ages 18-20, £12.21 per hour for ages 21 and over.

Location

Belfast, Area Belfast.

Application Information

JobStart is open to working age benefit claimants eligible by a Work Coach. If on Universal Credit, contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If receiving other working age benefits, contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office at 0800 001 5782.