Overview
Volunteer Social Media Volunteer | The VIP - Violence Intervention Project
We are seeking a skilled Social Media Specialist to volunteer approximately 2-3 hours per week to make a real difference in our mission to prevent youth violence.
What difference will you make?
In West London, the VIP has had a huge impact on the lives of young people and families by building trusted relationships in challenging times. We aim to reach more young people, pioneer shame-based practice, and create opportunities for training and consultations with practitioners in schools, social services, probation, and beyond. Your role will help raise awareness of our work and identify opportunities to expand our reach.
What are we looking for?
* Professional experience in marketing communications, content creation, or social media management
* Strong writing skills with the ability to create engaging, purpose-driven content
* Understanding of social media best practices and content scheduling tools
* Basic understanding of SEO principles
* Experience with email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp)
* Basic design skills using Canva or similar tools for creating social media assets
* Ability to translate complex information into compelling stories
* Passion for social impact and youth-focused nonprofit work
What will you be doing?
* Support the implementation of our content marketing plan, working with the Funding & Ops Manager and the fractional Chief Marketing Officer
* Create and schedule social media content across platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
* Assist with the development of monthly blog posts focusing on youth violence intervention and the VIP's impact
* Help draft and distribute quarterly email newsletters to donors, volunteers, and professionals
* Support the creation of infographics and data-driven content showcasing our impact
* Assist with documenting success stories and case studies
* Support PR activities and media outreach to raise the VIP's profile
* Contribute to website content optimisation for improved SEO
Details
* Seniority level: Not Applicable
* Employment type: Volunteer
* Job function: Writing/Editing, Marketing, and Design
* Industries: Individual and Family Services
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