Job Description

About Us:

Single Women In Motherhood (S.W.I.M.) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to offering hope, support, and guidance to single mothers. We empower women to achieve safe, secure, and independent futures for themselves and their families through programs, services, and community support.

Position:

Marketing Assistant (Volunteer)

Description:

The Marketing Assistant will support the development and implementation of marketing, communications, and public relations initiatives to raise awareness of S.W.I.M.'s programs and services. This role is ideal for a creative, organized, and motivated individual who wants to make a meaningful impact in the community while gaining valuable experience in nonprofit marketing and communications.

Key Responsibilities

Social Media & Content Creation

Assist in managing S.W.I.M.'s social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram) Create engaging written, graphic, and video content (flyers, carousels, brochures, reels, stories) using Canva Schedule and publish posts for events, workshops, and campaigns Support live social media engagement during events (e.g., Facebook Live, Instagram Stories)

Community Engagement & Communications

Monitor and respond to comments, messages, and inquiries across platforms Support the management of S.W.I.M.'s Facebook Community Group Assist with email campaigns, newsletters, and marketing communications (Mailchimp) Help develop creative strategies to grow online presence and audience engagement

Event Support

Take photos and short videos at events and upload them to Google Drive Support event promotion through social media, email, and community outreach Assist the Events team in cross-promotional activities

Marketing & Administrative Support

Assist in market research and identifying trends to enhance outreach Support the onboarding process for new marketing/social media volunteers Help maintain organized marketing files, media libraries, and campaign reports Propose new ideas for marketing initiatives and outreach campaigns

Requirements:

Strong writing and communication skills Experience with Canva or other design tools Interest in social media and digital marketing trends Creative thinker with attention to detail Ability to take initiative and work independently Must be at least 16 years of age Valid vulnerable sector check

Preferred:

Experience in marketing, communications, public relations, or related field (education or volunteer/work experience) Photography and videography skills Knowledge of email marketing platforms

What You Will Gain

Hands-on experience in nonprofit marketing and communications Skill development in social media strategy, content creation, and community engagement Opportunity to build a professional portfolio of marketing projects A chance to contribute to the empowerment of single mothers and their families
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Work Location: In person