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HEAD OF COMMUNICATIONS AND SOCIAL MEDIA

Remote | Volunteer; London Timezone (GMT+1)  
6 hours/week minimum

The Head of Communications and Social Media will manage all of GrassRootsWeb’s external communication lines bar email. This role involves developing and executing a cohesive social media strategy, ensuring that all messaging aligns with GRW’s mission and engages our audience effectively. You will work closely with the senior management team to amplify our digital presence, promoting our projects and fostering a community online. Additionally, you will oversee the GRW website, updating it as and when it’s needed.

OPPORTUNITIES@GRASSROOTS-WEB.COM

KEY responsibilities

  • Social Media Strategy
    ‍    Crafting and looking after a social media strategy that falls in line with our overall mission.

  • Social Media Management
    Looking after posting schedules, platform content, and community management.

  • Analytics and Reporting
    Using platform analytics to inform future decisions and improve social media engagement.

  • Website Maintenance
    Being the guardian of the GRW website means updating the website in line with new projects.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

  • Ability to participate in conversations around social platforms, digital trends, and creative ideation

  • Practical understanding of social mediaplatforms, specifically Instagram and LinkedIn.

  • Social calendar planning and management on a week-to-week basis.

  • Proficiency in analysing data and crafting recommendations from these.

  • Good video editing and graphic design skills

  • A creative mind that can come up with exciting new social-first ideas.

additional details

This role may range from a few hours a week to a couple of hours a day depending on workload but is very compatible with other commitments such as full time employment, part-time employment and university studies.

We ask for all of our senior roles that applicants can make a minimum of a six month commitment to the role. We also hope that you will do all you can to use your contacts to help GrassRootsWeb grow and assist in spreading the word on social media.

If you are an aspiring social media manager who is looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we encourage you to apply for the Head of Communications and Social Media position at GrassRootsWeb.

APPLICATION PROCESS

To apply, please email opportunities@grassroots-web.com with your CV and a short cover letter.