Media manager volunteer roles in Wembley, greater london

Shanzu Technologies

We build affordable digital solutions for underserved communities to access essential services.

Social Media Manager

The Social Media Manager is responsible for growing Shanzu Technologies’ social media presence by increasing reach, engagement, and brand visibility across digital platforms.

They create and manage content that clearly and engagingly communicates the company’s work, products, and impact.

They also ensure consistency by developing and maintaining standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all social media activities, including content creation, posting, and reporting.

Minimum Hours per Week:

2-3 hours per week

Duration:

3-5 months

About Us

The New Normal are a growing charity whose mission is to change the way we discuss our grief, mental health and wellbeing in open and honest spaces. We believe that nobody should ever feel isolated, and there is always someone who will relate to your story. “If there’s one, there’s two.”

We run free virtual and in-person peer support meetings for adults facing life’s difficult moments, particularly bereavement. 

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about using social media for good? This is your chance to use your skills to support people through one of life's most difficult experiences.

You'll help us spread our message that nobody should face grief alone, connect people to our free virtual and in-person peer support meetings, and grow an online community built on openness and compassion. You'll receive regular check-ins and guidance from a dedicated Volunteer Coordinator, free safeguarding training, and a reference letter upon completion, all while building real, meaningful experience in the rewarding charity sector.

This role is ideal for students, recent graduates, or career changers looking to build experience in charity communications or digital media.

What You'll Do

• Create social media posts in line with our brand tone: inclusive, warm, and sensitive to the subject of bereavement
• Schedule and post updates about weekly peer support meetings and events
• Help plan simple campaigns or awareness posts around key dates (Mental Health Awareness Week, Grief Awareness Week, World Suicide Prevention Day, etc.)
• Contribute creative ideas to help our mission reach more people online
• Communicate regularly with your coordinator and flag any challenges early

What We're Looking For

• Someone who can commit to the full 6-month term (potential to extend)
• Reliable, communicative, and respectful of sensitive subject matter
• An interest in mental health, bereavement support, or nonprofit communications
• Confidence using social media (Instagram)
• Comfortable working independently with light supervision and taking initiative

What You'll Gain

• Valuable experience in charity communications and social media management
• Free safeguarding, peer support and Suicide First Aid (lite) training worth £500 (a great addition to your CV)
• A reference letter or LinkedIn recommendation upon successful completion
• Regular mentorship, support, and a welcoming volunteer community
• The chance to make a genuine difference for people navigating challenging circumstances

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive volunteer community and actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from global majority and gender marginalised groups.

Chetacare

We deliver predictive chronic disease management to African patients through continuous monitoring between clinic visits.

Social Media Manager (Linkedin, Instagram, Twitter)

About Chetacare
Chetacare is a predictive chronic disease management platform built for Africa. We help patients living with hypertension and diabetes stay consistent with their medications, access clinical care remotely, and get triaged by real humans when it matters most. We reach patients through a mobile app, WhatsApp, and an IVR voice system, so no one is left out, regardless of their device or digital literacy.
We need a voice as strong as our mission.

Role description
As our Volunteer Social Media Manager, you will own Chetacare's presence across LinkedIn, Instagram, and Twitter/X. You will be the person who turns our story, the patients we reach, the emergencies we prevent, the communities we serve into content that informs, moves, and grows our audience.
This is not a content scheduling role. This is a storytelling role. We want someone who understands that behind every data point is a human life, and who knows how to make that land online.

What you will be doing

• Managing and growing Chetacare's LinkedIn, Instagram, and Twitter/X accounts
• Developing and executing a monthly content calendar across all three platforms
• Writing captions, threads, and posts that are clear, human, and on-brand
• Sharing Chetacare's impact stories, health statistics, and platform updates in engaging formats
• Engaging with followers, responding to comments, and building community
• Tracking performance metrics and sharing monthly insights with the team
• Collaborating with our graphic designer to align visuals and copy
• Staying current with conversations around African health, digital health, and global health equity

What we are looking for

• Demonstrated experience managing social media accounts, ideally for a brand, NGO, startup, or campaign in Africa.
• Strong writing skills, you can adapt your tone across platforms without losing the human touch
• Understanding of what performs on LinkedIn vs Instagram vs Twitter/X
• Comfortable with scheduling tools
• Self-starter who can work independently in an async, remote environment
• Genuine interest in healthcare, African innovation, or social impact

Bonus if you have:

• Experience in health communications, global health, or development sector content
• Basic graphic design skills or familiarity with Canva
• A strong understanding of African digital communities

What you will gain

• Hands-on experience managing social media for a real-world healthtech startup
• A measurable track record of growing and engaging a mission-driven audience
• A strong reference letter and LinkedIn recommendation upon completion
• Collaboration with a passionate international team
• The satisfaction of using your skills to contribute to better health outcomes across Africa

Minimum Hours per Week:

10+ hours per week

Duration:

6+ months

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

Children With Voices has been serving Hackney for over 25 years — and we need someone passionate about storytelling to help us share that story with the world.

As our Volunteer Social Media & Marketing Manager, you'll take the lead on our digital presence across Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and Facebook — creating content that celebrates our community, raises our profile, and helps us reach the families, partners, and supporters who need to know we exist.

This is a creative, community-driven role at the heart of a nationally recognised grassroots charity.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Develop and manage a content calendar across Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and Facebook

• Create engaging posts, reels, and stories that reflect the heart of our work

• Grow our online community and engagement with families, supporters, and partners

• Monitor analytics and share simple monthly insights with the team

• Support the CEO in amplifying key campaigns, appeals, and announcements

• Ensure all content aligns with Children With Voices brand, values, and safeguarding guidelines

• Collaborate with programme staff to capture stories, photos, and milestones

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

ESSENTIAL

• Active user of at least two of: Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook

• Creative flair and a genuine love of community storytelling

• Good written communication and an eye for design

• Understanding of safeguarding principles when working with children and families

• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently

HELPFUL BUT NOT ESSENTIAL

• Experience using Canva, Adobe tools, or similar

• Background in marketing, communications, journalism, or a related field

• Knowledge of the Hackney community or similar urban settings

• Experience working with charities or community organisations

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN

• Real-world experience managing social media for a nationally recognised charity

• A portfolio of live, impactful community content

• A reference from our CEO for your professional portfolio

• The chance to be part of something that genuinely changes lives in Hackney

• Ongoing support and guidance from our leadership team

We are looking for a Social Media Manager to help lead and grow our online presence.

You will guide our social media team, support campaigns, and help us build an engaged community that spreads awareness and drives impact.

This is a leadership role within our volunteer social media team.

What You Will Do

• Lead and support the social media team

• Help plan and coordinate social media content

• Support awareness and advocacy campaigns

• Monitor engagement and respond to community interactions

• Work with other teams to align messaging and campaigns

• Help track social media performance and growth

What We’re Looking For

• Experience managing or contributing to social media accounts

• Interest in social impact, safeguarding, or advocacy

• Good communication and teamwork skills

• Understanding of platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, YouTube or Facebook

• Ability to support and motivate a volunteer team

Leadership experience is helpful but not essential.

Location

Remote role with occasional team meetings.
Ideally based in the UK.