Vacancy Announcement : Social Media Associate (Contract)

 

Job title: Social Media Associate (Contract)

Reports to: Executive Director

Location: Remote-based

Duration: Contract

Date of Deadline: August 30th

Overview

Embode is an international human rights consulting agency focusing on social protection, responsible business, labour, migration, and corporate accountability. With 8 years of experience, we have conducted groundbreaking work in Asia and Africa's agricultural and manufacturing sectors. As an independent expert voice, we bridge the gap between industry, governments, and civil society. Our diverse clientele includes UN organisations, NGOs, and corporations. Through research, field assessments, training, and policy development, our growing virtual team based in over 15 countries ensures the highest standards of accountability and worker protection.

Embode offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. We offer a stimulating work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and international working environment.

See www.embode.co for more details about our work.

Job Role

As a Social Media and Communications Associate at Embode, you will play a pivotal role in amplifying our company brand, engaging audiences on human rights issues, and influencing public debate on solutions to critical social issues. You will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive social media and communication strategies to raise awareness, drive engagement, and promote our initiatives,projects and thought leadership across many digital platforms. The role will begin as a part time, project-based contract with the possibility of growing the role to a more core team position. 

Responsibilities:

Social Media Strategy and Management:
 

• Develop and execute social media strategies aligned with the organisation's goals and objectives.

• Manage all social media platforms (e.g., Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) including content creation, publishing, monitoring, and engagement.

• Grow and nurture our social media communities by fostering meaningful interactions, responding to inquiries, and addressing concerns.

• Utilise analytics tools to track and analyse social media performance metrics, making data-driven decisions to optimise strategy and content.

• Create, manage and build a digital community ensure high engagement levels 

• Support the Executive Director in growing their profile and personal brand

Content Creation and Curation:

• Create compelling, shareable content (e.g., posts, articles etc) that educates and informs our audience 

• Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., researchers, consultants) to source content and stories for social media campaigns.

• Update content on website within agreed guidelines
   

Brand Management:

• Update branding guidelines and strengthen the organisation's brand identity and public expression through consistent messaging and informative articles.

• Respond promptly to any online reputation management issues or crises, taking appropriate action to mitigate negative sentiment and maintain trust.

 

Community Management:

• Foster and nurture our online community by actively engaging with followers, responding to comments and messages, and facilitating meaningful conversations aligned with Embode’s mission and thought leadership.

• Develop and implement strategies to encourage user-generated content and participation within our community.

• Manage Embode’s digital platform where we are housing our training, events and inner community of practice
   

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and integration of communication efforts.

• Engage with partners and stakeholders to amplify our message, build partnerships, and expand our reach.

 

Stay Informed and Innovate:

• Stay updated on emerging trends, best practices, and technologies in social media, digital marketing, and communications.

• Continuously innovate and experiment with new strategies, formats, and tools to engage audiences effectively.

 

Application Process:

Please send the following to admin@embode.co  

• CV/Resume  

• Cover letter: Expressing your interest in the role, relevant experience and expected daily remunerations  

• Portfolio: Samples of work in social media posts, campaigns, or communications strategies you have developed as well as links to any active campaigns you are currently working on