Office Assistant and Social Media Manager

Mercer University; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercer University in Macon, GA is seeking a student to fill a combined role of Office Assistant and Social Media Manager. The position runs 15 hours per week at $14/hour, with 10 hours as office assistant and 5 hours as social media manager for the History and Africana Studies accounts.

The ideal candidate is a sophomore or higher, proficient with social media posting, Microsoft Office, and Canva for graphics. Strong organization and self-motivation are essential for long-term projects.

Qualifications

• Experience creating engaging social media posts.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office suite.
• Proficient with Canva for graphics.
• Strong organizational and self-starting abilities.
• Ability to manage long-term projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist with office tasks for History and Africana Studies.
• Manage History and Africana Studies social media accounts (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok).

Skills

Social media management

Microsoft Office

Canva

Organization

Content creation

Education

Sophomore status or higher

Tools

Instagram

Facebook

TikTok

Job description

Job Family: Student Work Study Department: History Supervisor: Meg Donahue Job Title: Office Assistant and Social Media Manager

Job Description:

The History and Africana Studies departments are looking for a student for the combined role of office assistant and social media manager. The position is 15 hours per week with 10 hours spent as office assistant and 5 hours as social media manager of the History and Africana Studies Instagram, Facebook and Tik Tok accounts. A well qualified candidate will be sophomore level or higher, well versed in creating engaging and professional social media posts, familiar with the Microsoft Office suite and Canva for creating graphics. Candidates should also be well organized, self starters and able to work on long-term projects. The position is 15 hour per week at $14 per hour. Work-study funding is a must for this position. Scheduled Hours: 15 Start Date: 08/18/2026 End Date: 05/1/2027

Mercer Student Employment – About Us

Student employees are vital to the success of Mercer University. At Mercer, we are dedicated to helping students find meaningful on-campus jobs and ensuring that students maximize the value of their employment experiences. We believe that having an on-campus job helps students become more involved with the Mercer University community, provides valuable work experience, helps build transferable skills, and habits that will benefit future career options. Moreover, on-campus jobs provide financial rewards.

Important Note:

In adherence to the Immigration Control Act of 1986, all student employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) and present documentation verifying citizenship or permanent residency. You will not be allowed to begin work until the I-9 form has been completed and properly certified. The required documents include either a valid US Passport, certificate of US citizenship, alien registration card with photograph OR two of the following documents: a state driver's license, validated student ID card, original social security card, birth certificate.