Social Media Volunteer

Purpose of Volunteer Role

Pain Concern would not exist without the support of our volunteers. We are seeking highly motivated individuals to join our social media team to help raise awareness of chronic pain and the work of Pain Concern to reach more people in need of the support we offer.

 What would you be doing:

·       Help develop social media campaigns and day-to-day activities;

·       Manage presence in social networking including Facebook & Twitter;

·        Prepare graphics for sharing across channels

·        Monitor the impact of social media campaigns; Analyse, review and report on effectiveness of campaigns in an effort to maximize the charity’s reach.  

·        Scheduling and posting social media content

·        Capture and report on monthly data from across all social media platforms

Is this role right for me:  

We are looking for an individual who possesses some or all of the below experiences, skills and qualities.  

·        Excellent communication skills 

·        Good knowledge and understanding of social media platforms 

·        Knowledge of marketing 

·        Strong IT skills and knowledge of MS Office 

·        Attention to detail 

·        Knowledge of / interest in pain and long-term conditions  

Availability and location

Minimum commitment of 6 months.

Minimum 2-3 hours per week.

Hybrid volunteering from our office at Newcraighall Road, Edinburgh EH15 3HS or from your own location.

Benefits to you:  

·      Experience volunteering as part of a friendly team

·      Meet new people  

·      Build on your employability skills  

·      Training and a dedicated volunteer line manager looking after you   

·      A job reference after 6 months of volunteering. 

·      Satisfaction of giving a valuable service to the community 

·      On-site car parking 

·      Reasonable travel expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with our Volunteer Policy