Job Description

Social Media Manager Volunteer

Please follow the application process noted below.

Tipi of Hope Foundation is an Indigenous-founded and led Registered Charity based in Calgary. With the support of volunteer Board Members, we provide a path for Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities to create a joint vision of reconciliation. We work collaboratively with all Indigenous peoples, communities, organizations, and groups to ensure meaningful action.

The Role

As our Social Media Manager, this

unpaid volunteer position

can help you build your profile or resume. This position is remote and requires the volunteer to have access to their own computer and workspace. The position will enhance our social media experience for our partners and supporters, leading to increased partnerships. It will also improve our branding efforts to ensure alignment with our commitment to Indigenous Relations and reconciliation.

What are we looking for?

Do you have some experience as a content creator? Do you have 2 hours a week to oversee our LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram social media presence? Do you have experience delivering a social media strategy? We are currently looking for a Social Media Manager to help develop and deliver our media strategy, enhance our online presence, engage with our audience, and support funding and volunteer recruitment. You will work closely with our Founder, Board Members, Members, Partners and Volunteers to build connections between our Charity and the community.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement social media strategies and campaigns to achieve charity goals. Curate written, visual and video content for our social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn) Monitor and engage within social media channels for comments and messages - to build positive relationships with followers and stakeholders. Track, analyze and report social media performance to our Members and Board Members. Collaborate with Board Members to increase and maintain a positive social media presence. Ability to volunteer 2 hours per week. Responsible for collecting data and working with our Vice President to report on the data and provide insights to our Board Members.
Note: we have a non-profit Canva account that can be utilized to support this position.

Qualifications

Graduated or enrolled in a university degree, college diploma, or certificate program in Communications, Marketing or Social Media. 3 years of experience in social media management or a similar role. Strong understanding of Indigenous cultures, history, and the unique challenges facing Indigenous communities. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders and external partners, including Indigenous communities and organizations. Proficient knowledge of Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn Ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong organizational skills and an ability to keep on top of workload Sound computer skills, including operating Google Suite Strong creative design skills and competency using design platforms such as Canva and Photoshop. Knowledge of social media trends, strategies and current digital marketing processes Excellent communication and project management skills.
Note: You must be able to commit to one year with Tipi of Hope Foundation.

Additional Information

All volunteers come from diverse backgrounds but share many common traits and skills. They are committed to the vision, mission and values of Tipi of Hope and are willing to be ambassadors of the Tipi of Hope in the community. Our recruitment process aims to lead with Indigenous Values. With this in mind, we lead by building awareness, increasing understanding, and cultivating trust to create a shared vision. It is about recognizing that we are all connected and can build a future based on a foundation of knowledge, inclusion, and acceptance. Preference may be given to a candidate who identifies as Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, or Metis), and we encourage you to self-identify in your application. All positions are remote anywhere in Canada, and you must have a computer with a strong internet connection to attend meetings. All positions are exempt from pay, compensation, bonuses, stipends or any form of financial compensation.

Application process

Please email us your resume to melissa@tipiofhope.ca.

Our team reviews resumes on a rolling basis as they come in.

In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge that the Tipi of Hope's registered office is on the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani), the Tsuut'ina, the iethka Nakoda Nations, the Otipemisiwak Metis Government (Districts 5 and 6), and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of southern Alberta.

Job Type: Volunteer

Pay: $0.01 per hour

Application question(s):

Did you email your resume to melissa@tipiofhope.ca?
Experience:

Social media management: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: Remote