Social Media Specialist

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Organization: Black Men's Health Clinic

Job Title: Social Media Specialist

Department: Communications Department

Reports To: Associate Director of IT and Social Media

Location: Remote with occasional in-office visits and attendance at special events

Office Address: 6633 Highway 290 East, Suite 100, Austin, Texas 78723

Job Type: Part-time (Approximately 19 hours per week)

About Us: Black Men's Health Clinic (BMHC) is dedicated to improving the overall health and well-being of Black men, men of color, their immediate families, and those who have extenuating circumstances. Through comprehensive healthcare services and community engagement, we address the physical, mental, and social issues and/or disparities our clients face. As a student intern with BMHC, you will contribute to our mission of promoting health equity. We invite you to take part in this important advocacy movement that is raising awareness, helping eliminate disparities through access to care, and fostering thriving communities.

We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Social Media Manager, who wants to enrich their educational and workforce development experience by joining our remote team.

Responsibilities/Possible Opportunities to Learn How To:

1. Social Media Management:
• Manage and update content on various social media platforms, including but not limited to Instagram, Facebook, Google My Business, LinkedIn, [X] (formerly known as Twitter), YouTube, and Nextdoor
• Implement strategies for social media channel optimization to enhance visibility, engagement, and follower growth
• Post content on demand from the Co-founder, Director of Communications, and other relevant teams
• Ensure consistency in messaging and branding across all platforms
2. Newsletter Management:
• Assist in the creation and distribution of newsletters using Mailchimp
• Collaborate with the communications team to develop engaging and informative newsletter content
3. Proofreading and Copy Editing:
• Review and proofread social media posts, newsletters, and other digital content to ensure accuracy, clarity, and adherence to our brand guidelines
• Work closely with content creators to enhance the quality of written materials
4. Partnership Collaboration:
• Connect and tag relevant partners and collaborators in our social media posts
• Foster and maintain positive relationships with external partners to strengthen our online presence
5. Community Engagement:
• Monitor and respond to community engagement on social media platforms
• Address inquiries, comments, and concerns promptly and professionally
• Collaborate with the communications team to develop strategies for increasing community interaction

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a degree program related to Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field
• Proven experience in social media management or a similar role
• Strong knowledge of social media platforms and trends
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with Mailchimp or similar email marketing platforms
• Detail-oriented with exceptional proofreading and editing skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a remote, fast-paced environment
• Understanding of health-related issues and cultural sensitivity, particularly related to Black men's health is a plus, but there is an opportunity to learn

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to attend occasional in-office meetings and events, if needed
• Ability to travel to occasional special events, if needed

How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and a portfolio showcasing previous social media work to communications.team@blackmensclinic.org. Please include the "Name of Job Title - Black Men's Health Clinic" in the subject line. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

The Black Men's Health Clinic is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter, along with a writing sample(s) and/or a portfolio showcasing social media work, to previous communications-related work to: communications.team@blackmensclinic.org.

Please include "Social Media Specialist - Black Men's Health Clinic" in the subject line. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

The Black Men's Health Clinic is an equal opportunity employer.

We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.