Social Media Specialist

Number of Positions Available:

1

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About the Role:
Our incredible Brand team are looking to appoint a permanent, full time, Social Media Specialist to be based out of our Blackburn, Melbourne office (with hybrid working arrangements).

The role’s objectives are to grow and enhance the performance of social media marketing and be a designated social media support across the organisation in order to support and improve the overarching marketing goals of The Salvation Army (TSA) by leading the implementation of TSA’s paid social media strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

- Monitor social media industry developments and advise appropriate tactics and organic strategies including changes in the social media algorithms and channel behaviour, and competitor review
- Prepare campaign and monthly content performance reports when requested
- Support the copy writing, asset development, content briefs and tone of voice for all social media posts on TSA channels
- Provide active support during and following crisis events including employing social media strategies as directed by the Manager to monitor issues on social platforms
- Ensure all assigned social media activities are developed and executed in accordance with legislation, TSA policy and values and applicable Codes of Practice
- Assist with community management (monitoring, responding to comments and private messages) to ensure positive brand sentiment and engagement with our online community

About you:

- Degree in Marketing/Communications (or related discipline)
- At least two year’s experience in a similar role with responsibility for social media channels for a brand or organisation
- An understanding of marketing principles and social media creative best practice
- Clear understanding for asset types and placements across all owned organic social channels
- Experience in writing and editing copy for organisations or brands
- Experience in developing, creating and maintaining content calendars

Why work for us:

- Eligible employees can access NFP salary packaging
- Flexible working arrangements
- Opportunity for career development
- Paid parental leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Internationally renowned not-for-profit organisation
- An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
- Rare opportunity to work with passionate, like-minded people who enjoy being a part of an organization that makes a difference within the Australian community

How to Apply:

- The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. _
- We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. W_
- The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check._
- The Salvation Army has a mandatory vaccination procedure _
- to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our community_
- and works in areas covered by Public Health Orders requiring vaccination. _
- We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration_