Social Media Lead - Conviction

Social Media Lead - Conviction

Ongoing role
J102334
At a glance

Skills

  • Social media marketing
  • Digital and IT strategy
  • Service design

Where

Manchester, M8 9SB
Remote opportunity

Time

Either in or out of office hours Estimate of time needed:
7-15 hours / week
This volunteer role is entirely remote, offering flexibility to fit around your schedule.

Are you passionate about social media and eager to make a difference in the criminal justice sector? Join our team to plan, create, and manage our social channels, engaging our community and shaping our policy presence online.

What will you be doing?

As our Social Media Lead, you will take the lead in revitalising our social media presence across platforms including X, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Planning and Strategy: Develop a comprehensive social media strategy aligned with our organisational goals and current affairs in criminal justice.
  • Content Creation: Prepare and curate engaging content using a variety of digital methods such as videos, images, GIFs, and written posts.
  • Community Engagement: Interact with our current followers, respond to comments and messages, and foster a vibrant online community.
  • Policy Advocacy: Assist in setting our position on policy matters through thoughtful and strategic social media campaigns.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with our team to identify key topics, gather insights, and ensure consistent messaging across all channels.
  • Analytics: Monitor and analyse social media performance, providing reports and recommendations for continuous improvement.

What are we looking for?

Social Media Expertise: Proven experience managing social media platforms, particularly Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

  • Creative Skills: Ability to create compelling content using various digital formats, including video editing and graphic design.
  • Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and engagingly.
  • Passion for Criminal Justice: A genuine interest in criminal justice and current affairs, with a desire to advocate for policy changes.
  • Organisational Ability: Strong planning and organisational skills, capable of managing multiple projects and deadlines.
  • Collaborative Spirit: Ability to work effectively within a team, sharing ideas and supporting collective goals.
  • Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with social media management tools and analytics platforms.
  • Commitment: Willingness to commit to a regular volunteer schedule and contribute consistently to our social media efforts.

What difference will you make?

Your expertise will breathe new life into our social media channels, enhancing our visibility and influence in the criminal justice sector. By engaging our community and advocating for important policy matters, you will help drive positive change and support our mission to make a meaningful impact.

Before you apply

Please send us a copy of your CV and a covering letter explaining how your skills and experience make you a perfect fit for this role. Suitable candidates will be invited to an informal interview and will need to complete BPSS vetting. If you have any questions about the application process, feel free to get in touch.

Causes
  • Black, asian and minority ethnic groups
  • Campaigning
  • Community safety / victim support / domestic violence
  • Counselling / advice
  • Criminal justice
  • Education
  • Health and well being / research and care
  • Human rights
  • Learning disabilities / difficulties
  • Lesbian, gay, bisexual & transgender
  • Local / community
  • Men
  • Mental health
  • Older people / later life
  • Poverty relief
  • Women
  • Organisation type: 
    Not for profit

    We believe in empowering people and communities to play an active role in the criminal justice process through the provision of independent criminal justice advocacy and community outreach...