Social Media Associate (Part-Time, Volunteer)

Location: Remote with optional travel to Elmira/Ithaca office locations & businesses in SO FLX region.
Pay: Volunteer
Hours: Approx. 5/wk
Schedule: Flexible based on your preferences; to be determined upon hiring.

Position Overview

We are thrilled to open this position and start the search for our first part-time, volunteer social media associate. Now is an especially exciting time to work with our organization. You will collaborate with our Executive Director and Director of Development to create and implement social media engagement strategies, content, and campaigns. Responsibilities include creating and maintaining a social media content calendar, developing and posting content on various platforms, and monitoring analytics for regular reporting.

This position is fully remote, and scheduling is flexible. We are committed to cultivating a safe, non-judgmental space for folks to explore their ideas and grow professionally.If you are seeking to earn college credit through this position, we would be happy to discuss partnering with your instructor and/or educational institution.

As an organization committed to equity, we welcome all applicants. We do not require a college degree or advanced certificates. Our ideal candidate is:

• Self-managed and self-motivated. We’re a small, growing nonprofit looking to foster a supportive and trusting environment free from micromanaging. Our ideal candidate has a demonstrated ability to self-motivate and manage their time and responsibilities. This might look like having held multiple jobs at once, growing a passion into a side hustle, or having worked while acting as a primary caregiver for a loved one. 

• Collaborative. You enjoy working alongside others in pursuit of a shared goal. Maybe you are active in team sports or maybe you love Dungeons & Dragons. Whatever it is, you come alive when you get to collaborate with others. 

• Willing to learn, with a growth mindset. We believe that when you think you have all the answers, there is more to learn. We value continued learning and pushing ourselves to grow and think outside the box. Advancing equity depends on it!

• Committed to antiracism and dismantling white supremacy. You understand the pervasiveness of white supremacist culture and are keenly aware of the disproportionate impact it has on marginalized communities. You may not have experience doing equity work related to small business and lending practices, but you deeply understand the positive impact this work has on local communities and the economy. Bonus points if you bring your own lived experience with anti-racism and anti-oppression work. At Amplify Equity, we believe that those closest to  economic and racial injustice are best positioned to lead solutions.

• Create a content calendar outlining topics and posting schedule for each social media platform.

• Develop engaging and relevant content including text, images, and short videos.

• Schedule and publish posts on social media platforms.

• Analyze and report on social media performance using analytics tools.

• Collaborate with Amplify Equity staff to ensure social media aligns with overall strategic goals.

We recognize that knowledge and skills do not come solely from work or formal education, so we encourage you to think of other areas of your life where these might show up. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor those skills to a variety of audiences.

• Experience creating content for social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

• Knowledge of trends and best practices in social media (especially for nonprofit organizations).

• An understanding of web analytics and digital marketing strategies.

• Keen attention to detail.

• Ability to exercise good judgment and independent decision making.

• Creative problem-solving skills.

• Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects at once.

• Proficient in using Google Workspace, Canva, Asana, and Slack (or similar software).

Amplify Equity offers a work environment that is committed to the wellbeing and support of its employees. We embrace a human-centered approach to our practices and policies.

This is a part-time, volunteer position of approximately 5 hours per week. This position is fully remote with the option of traveling (if needed) to local businesses in Elmira, Ithaca, and other areas of the Southern Tier and Finger Lakes regions of new York. Mileage for travel will be reimbursed. Flexible working hours can be accommodated.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Amplify Equity does not discriminate against applicants or employees due to their race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, physical ability, hairstyle, record of arrest or conviction, or length of time spent unemployed. 

We encourage you to apply if you’re passionate about this position and our mission, even if you think you don’t meet every qualification. 

Black, Brown, Indigenous, Latinx, and LGBTQIA+ folks are encouraged to apply.

To apply complete the application at this link: https://forms.gle/QE8yEuVV9uNWKshk7

Please include a cover letter, your résumé, and 3-4 samples of original social media content that you’ve created for a personal, professional, or business/nonprofit account. Samples may be screenshots from any platform, and should include written copy and a visual component (photo or graphic; no video, please). Examples include (but are definitely not limited to):

•  A Facebook post promoting a local fundraising event or campaign.

• An Instagram post featuring a testimonial from a client or customer of a local business or nonprofit organization.

• A LinkedIn post sharing an important milestone from a business or nonprofit organization.

Our ideal start date for this role is mid-March 2024 with interviews beginning in the second half of February. Applications will be evaluated as they arrive and the position will remain open until filled.