Social Media Officer

Deirdre Hargey MLA; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A political representative in Belfast is seeking a Social Media Officer to promote their work across social media platforms and engage with local constituents. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in social media or related fields. Responsibilities include developing online content, managing communications, and analysing social media trends. This temporary position offers a competitive hourly rate of £14.57 for 16 hours per week, and applicants must be available to work on Fridays.

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent qualification) and 6 months experience or at least one year of relevant experience in Social Media, PR, Journalism or equivalent.
• Excellent knowledge of the political landscape and social media, with ability to analyse trends.

Responsibilities

• Develop MLA and manage presence on social media and digital platforms.
• Create engaging social media content for local constituents.
• Monitor social media output and content.

Skills

Social Media

Public Relations

Journalism

Trend Analysis

Education

Degree or equivalent in relevant field

Job description

Social Media Officer required for an MLA in a political role, promoting the work and engaging on all media platforms and with stakeholders etc.

Responsibilities

• Develop MLA and manage MLA presence on social media, digital media platforms and via constituency letters etc
• Create an engaging social media content for local constituents and ensure MLA work is communicated
• Developing and monitoring social media output and content

Skills and Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent qualification) and 6 months experience or at least one years’ relevant experience in Social Media, PR, Journalism or producing background
• Excellent knowledge of the political landscape and social media, analyse trends

Job Details

• Vacancy ID 1750132
• Job ref. SMO
• Job Sector: Marketing, Media, Print and Design
• Area: Belfast
• Location: South Belfast
• Salary: £14.57 per hour
• No. vacancies: 1
• Contract Type: Temporary
• Weekly hours: 16
• Published date: 12/12/2025
• Closing date: 05/01/2026
• Worktime: To be confirmed but must have ability to work on Fridays