Remote Digital Outreach Coordinator for Non-Profit Advocacy

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work environment

Competitive salary and benefits

Online training and professional dev.

Collaborate with remote team

Impactful social change initiatives

National scope fundraising support

Flexible working hours

Professional networking in digitaladv

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for a Remote Digital Outreach Coordinator for a national charity. This fully remote role enables you to contribute from anywhere in South Africa, collaborating with virtual teams to expand reach and mobilize support through innovative digital campaigns.

You will manage social media, create engaging content, conduct email marketing, build online communities, and analyze performance to refine strategies.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in digital marketing and social media management.
• Strong content creation and copywriting skills with attention to detail.
• Experience with email campaigns and marketing automation.
• Familiarity with analytics tools and SEO fundamentals.
• Ability to work independently in a remote, cross-functional team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow social media presence across platforms.
• Create, curate, and schedule engaging content (text, images, video).
• Develop and execute email marketing campaigns to inform and mobilize supporters.
• Build online communities and foster dialogue among supporters.
• Monitor trends and provide performance reports.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure consistent brand messaging.
• Identify influencers and advocacy partners for engagement.
• Support online fundraising initiatives.

Skills

Digital marketing

Social media management

Content creation

Email marketing

Analytics

SEO basics

Copywriting

Remote collaboration

Graphic design (Canva)

Tools

Hootsuite

Buffer

Google Analytics

Facebook Insights

Mailchimp

Constant Contact

Canva

Job description

About the Role Our client, a forward-thinking charity organization focused on national advocacy, is looking for a motivated and tech-savvy Remote Digital Outreach Coordinator. This position is entirely remote, allowing you to contribute your skills from anywhere in South Africa. You will be responsible for expanding our client's reach and impact through innovative digital strategies. This includes managing social media platforms, developing engaging online content, coordinating email marketing campaigns, and fostering online communities to support our client's mission. The role is crucial in connecting with a wider audience, raising awareness, and mobilizing support for important social causes. As a remote-first role, clear communication, self-discipline, and strong organizational skills are paramount. You will collaborate closely with virtual teams across different locations, ensuring seamless execution of digital campaigns. This is an exciting opportunity for a digital native with a passion for social change to make a significant impact without geographical constraints. We value initiative and creative problem-solving in our virtual workspace.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and grow our client's presence across various social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn).
• Create, curate, and schedule engaging and impactful digital content, including text, images, and video.
• Develop and execute email marketing campaigns to inform, engage, and solicit support from subscribers.
• Build and nurture online communities, fostering interaction and dialogue among supporters.
• Monitor online conversations and trends relevant to our client's mission, identifying opportunities for engagement.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure brand consistency and messaging across all digital channels.
• Analyze website and social media traffic, providing regular reports on key metrics and campaign performance.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with online influencers and advocacy partners.
• Support the development and execution of online fundraising initiatives.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest digital marketing trends and best practices in the non-profit sector.

Requirements

• Proven experience in digital marketing, social media management, or online community coordination, ideally within a non-profit or charity setting.
• Exceptional content creation and copywriting skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Proficiency in social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer) and analytics platforms (e.g., Google Analytics, Facebook Insights).
• Experience with email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, Constant Contact).
• Strong understanding of SEO principles and how to apply them to digital content.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse online audiences.
• High degree of self-motivation, organization, and ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• A genuine passion for social advocacy and the mission of our client.
• Experience with graphic design tools (e.g., Canva) is a plus.

Benefits

• Fully remote work environment, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful social change initiatives on a national scale.
• Access to online training and professional development resources.
• Collaborate with a passionate and supportive remote team.
• Direct impact on raising awareness and driving support for critical causes.
• Be part of an organization committed to innovation in the charity sector.
• Flexible working hours conducive to a remote lifestyle.
• Build a strong professional network in the digital advocacy space.