Volunteer Social Media Officer

Purpose of the role

The role of the Social Media Officer is to promote the activities of Digital Inclusion Research Hub, enhance the profile of the organisation, and promote its values and aims through relevant social media channels

You will support the Director and Research Manager to:

· Research and create content for our social media channels

· Identify opportunities for partnership building with community organisations and similar organisations

Skills needed

· Educated to a degree level (desirable)

· Good understanding of X, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, etc.

· Previous experience in managing organisational social media accounts

· Excellent command of written English, and good communication skills

· Interest in issues regarding the digital divide in the United Kingdom

· Previous experience in sourcing content on digital inclusion (desirable)

· Willingness to dedicate 3-5 hours per week and work remotely

Benefits for you

· Develop your skills in managing social media accounts

· References for employers

· The satisfaction of contributing to an important cause

· Fully remote working, with the ability to fit the role around other commitments

Application Process

· Please send a letter of interest and CV to info@digitalinclusionuk.org, with "Volunteering" in the subject line

· We will be in touch after reviewing the application. If successful, we will schedule a short interview

Induction/training

We provide an introduction to the roles and responsibilities. The induction may partly be tailored depending on the volunteer’s background, interests, and ambitions.

Ongoing Support / supervision

Per our “Volunteer Agreement”, Digital Inclusion Research Hub ensures the out duties. We respect any other commitments the volunteer might have which may, on occasions, prevent their ability to deliver reports on time.