Social Media Manager

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We are recruiting for a reliable, creative Social Media Manager. As AsylumConnect's Social Media Manager, you will grow our presence across social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, etc.). This position offers an exciting opportunity to hone your social media skills while playing a key role in our organizational branding and advocacy work.

Responsibilities:

• Report to (and work closely with) the Director of Marketing and Publicity.
• Regularly update and monitor AsylumConnect's social media accounts (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube). Promptly respond to any comments on our posts.
• Work to grow our following across social platforms.
• Follow news and social media accounts related to LGBTQ asylum seekers/asylees, global LGBTQ rights, immigration advocacy, etc.
• Work with teammates to brainstorm and launch innovative creative multimedia campaigns using social media (Facebook Ads, Twitter Ads, etc.). Work with President, the Director of Finance, and related directors/associates on advertising any future online fundraising campaigns.
• Actively stay up-to-date on AsylumConnect's activities and growth.

Qualifications:

• Interest/background in one or more of the following areas: communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, computer science.
• Extensive experience and comfortable using social platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube).
• Advanced computer, research, and writing skills (e.g. the ability to write effective copy in different styles depending on the social platform).
• Superior written English language skills.
• Enthusiasm for raising awareness for our cause and organization.
• Bonus(es): Familiarity with any of the following: Social media management tools (Hootsuite, Buffer, etc.); Paid social media advertising (Facebook Ads, "Boosted" Facebook posts, Twitter Ads, etc.); Knowledge of writing for search engine optimization (SEO); Social media analytics and tracking/reporting key metrics over time.

To apply:

APPLICATION QUESTIONS:

1. Why AsylumConnect? What specifically about our cause resonates with you? (Maximum of 300 words)
2. Why are YOU the right person for the Social Media Manager associate position at AsylumConnect? This is your choice to convince us to give you the job. We’re looking for passion and creativity as well as exemplary understanding of and commitment to our vision and the job description. (Maximum of 400 words)

*Please email applications@asylumconnect.org with your answers to the above application questions along with your resume/cv.

For more information, please visit the recruitment section of our website:
http://www.asylumconnect.org/join-our-team/