Social Media & Communications Specialist

YMCA Brighton; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Meningitis Now is looking for a talented social media content creator who can raise awareness and support fundraising through engaging digital communications. You’ll work across platforms, craft creative posts and respond to communities with sensitivity.

You’ll bring a passion for social media, strong writing, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while collaborating with colleagues across the charity. This role offers opportunities to shape campaigns and measure impact.

Qualifications

• Excellent written communication skills and attention to detail.
• A passion for social media and digital communication.
• Creativity and an eye for engaging content.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Confidence using major social media platforms.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of people.
• An understanding of how social media can help organisations build awareness and engagement.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day management of Meningitis Now's social media channels, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok.
• Create and schedule engaging social media content, including posts, stories, reels, videos and graphics.
• Manage and moderate online communities, responding to comments and messages in a timely and sensitive way.
• Work with colleagues to promote fundraising activities, awareness campaigns, support services and events.
• Manage paid social media campaigns, working with third-party suppliers where appropriate.
• Monitor social media performance and contribute to reporting and campaign evaluation.
• Keep up to date with social media trends and help identify new opportunities for engagement.
• Support wider communications, marketing and campaign activities when needed.

Skills

Social media

Content creation

Written communication

Creativity

Organization

Platform proficiency

Collaboration

Engagement strategy

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Meningitis Now is looking for a talented social media content creator who can raise awareness and support fundraising through engaging digital communications. You’ll work across platforms, craft creative posts and respond to communities with sensitivity.

You’ll bring a passion for social media, strong writing, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while collaborating with colleagues across the charity. This role offers opportunities to shape campaigns and measure impact.