Vacancy: Social Media Manager (Volunteer)

JOB DESCRIPTION 

• TITLE: Volunteer social media manager 
• SITE: Remote 
• REPORTING TO: Chief Editor 
• SALARY: This is a volunteer role with no pay except N20,000 data fee. 

About AWiMNews   

AWiMNews is a specialised news platform dedicated to reporting African women-centred narratives and viewpoints on global matters, aspiring to become a leading authority in gender-focused journalism worldwide. The platform consists of three primary components: 

1. Open-access content comprising features and opinion editorials that emphasise the gender perspectives of current affairs, new research findings, policy developments, and other relevant subjects of interest.
2. AWiM Member- Only content that delves into the experiences of African women within the media landscape, the depiction of African women’s issues in media coverage, and specialised series like the gender fact-checkers segment.
3. Agency content providing in-depth investigative reports on gender-related topics for dissemination to various news outlets and media channels. 

About the Role  

As a Volunteer Social Media Manager, you will oversee AWiM’s social media presence and strategy on various platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. This role involves creating and scheduling posts, engaging with followers, monitoring analytics, and implementing social media campaigns to increase brand awareness and engagement. As a Volunteer Social Media Manager, you will play a crucial role in helping AWiM connect with its target audience, build relationships, and drive meaningful online interactions. 

Job description  

• We are seeking a proficient Social Media Manager to integrate into our editorial team and oversee the management of our social media platforms. 
• The selected individual will work closely with AWiMNews’ editorial and programs team to effectively strategise and implement social media campaigns, promotions, and pertinent events. 
• Responsibilities include monitoring social media trends, evaluating performance metrics, and conducting data analysis to derive valuable insights into audience behaviour, subsequently leveraging these findings to enhance the overall AWiMNews social media strategy. 
• Furthermore, the role involves nurturing and expanding the AWiMNews user and follower community through active engagement, including prompt responses to comments, messages, and inquiries. 
• The incumbent will be expected to fulfil other associated duties as required within the scope of the position. 

Key Requirements and Qualification   

• Fluency in the English language is a prerequisite. 
• Proficiency in Canva design software is a must. 
• Competence in utilising pertinent video and graphics editing tools is crucial. 
• Effective communication skills and the capacity to operate autonomously are required. 

Benefits of the role  

Working with AWiMNews has several benefits, including working with a diverse team, gaining writing and editorial experience and working from home.  

How to apply 

Share one sample of your work or portfolio of your published articles, along with your application and CV, with simbiat@africanwomeninmedia.com  (Use the subject line Volunteer Social Media Manager) by 30 April 2024.  

NO FEE:  

AFRICAN WOMEN IN MEDIA DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING)