Job Description

If you are up for the challenge and would like to be considered for this position, we would like to hear from you. The British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (BC SPCA) is looking to fill the following career opportunity:

POSITION: Social Media Specialist (Ad Strategy Portfolio)

STATUS: Permanent; Full-Time

SHIFT: 35 Hours per week

LOCATION: Provincial Office

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

WAGE: Salaried

CLOSING DATE: September 12, 2023 (midnight EST)

We welcome diversity, value differences, and foster inclusion in our employment practices. Find out more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion by reading our on our website. We invite applications from all qualified individuals who are philosophically aligned with our mission and principles.

The BC SPCA is looking for a talented and enthusiastic team player who is passionate about social media, content creation, and animal welfare. This position is responsible for all social media channels of the BC SPCA and works in collaboration with the Communications team and other departments to support the strategic growth and success of the Society through digital channels with a focus on social media.

About the Position:

You embrace digital culture, the internet, and emerging technologies and recognize their value and reach. You are excited and passionate about using social media as a means of communicating with online audiences and have a deep understanding of what motivates people to engage with various social media platforms.

You keep up-to-date with the latest trends and changes in social media, including video and written content and the measurement and analysis of these tactics. This position demands exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational, creative, and interpersonal skills.

Some specific duties:

• In conjunction with the Chief Communications Officer and the Manager, Digital Strategy provides input into the strategic direction of the society\'s digital communications.
• Monitors trends in social media for non-profit organizations and more broadly to incorporate new approaches, platforms and tactics to meet the Society\'s strategic goals.
• Supports the management of the social media calendar to make sure content is scheduled and organized with the BC SPCA marketing calendar.
• Co-manages the BC SPCA social media interactions with supporters on our main channels inbox (Facebook, Tiktok, Twitter, Instagram) supporting the customer service model of the society.
• Schedules daily content on all channels working with departments on campaign dates and Communications team on news items, releases etc.
• Supports BC SPCA departments and programs with campaigns, promotions and messaging on social media.
• Train and support BC SPCA Animal Centres on social media monitoring, campaign posting and content development.
• With the social media team, provide monthly reporting and learnings on social media marketing tactics, engagement, traffic to site, community growths and outcomes of top content.

• Oversee volunteer resources to support social media activities.

Ad Strategy Portfolio:

• Manages social media advertising - both ongoing monthly ads and departmental campaigns. (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok focus)
• Reports on social media activities monthly and per campaign, providing updates and strategic direction as needed.
• Collaboratively develops and implements strategies and establishes metrics to ensure that engaged social media audiences are converting to supporters for the Society.
• Monitors trends in social media for non-profit organizations and more broadly to incorporate new tactics, platforms and strategies to meet the Society\'s strategic goals.

Qualifications you need to have:

• Post-secondary education in social media marketing or related field plus a minimum of three (3) years\' related experience or an equivalent combination of education/experience acceptable to the Employer
• Highly experienced and passionate about content creation, both written and image (photo/video) for web and social channels.
• Excellent social media skills and a history of active participation experience in social networking channels, mainly: Facebook, Tiktok and Instagram (Twitter, Youtube, Linkedin)
• Experience utilizing social media management tools, (Sprout Social, Hootsuite, Later)
• Excellent online customer service skills and experience managing brand voice online: personable, engaging, and respectful of a diverse audience, able to project the BC SPCA\'s personality through online channels
• Experience writing for web and news media items; the ability to track down stories through internal and external contacts, gather content (photo/video) and edit to publish.
• High level of experience in digital photography, video editing and videography.
• Strong digital design skills; creative flair, originality and a strong visual sense with experience using Canva or other creative editing tools.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Strong project management and time management skills demonstrated in your ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Able to take initiative, but accepting of feedback and guidance
• Experience with WordPress CMS or other Content Management Systems an asset
• Philosophical harmony with the vision, mission, and strategic directions of the BC SPCA.

How to apply:

If you are interested in joining our team and are legally entitled to work in Canada, we would like to hear from you. Click on apply now or use the link to apply

We thank you for your interest in the BC SPCA, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls, please.

The BC SPCA is a Registered Charity BN 11881 9036 RR0001

Other details

• Pay Type Salary

• 1245 E 7th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5T 1R1, Canada

The British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals