Social Media Manager

About The Role Job Title: Social Media ManagerJob Location: UK FlexibleSalary £, per annum Hours: per weekContract Type: Fixed term contract ( months) Do you want to lead one of the most awarded, impactful social media teams in the not-for-profit sector? Can you help the British Red Cross tell the story about who we are, what we do and what we believe? You will work alongside teams in our Communications and External Affairs Team to build a movement of supporters and raise money to support people in crisis.Your goal is to help people act, behave, or make decisions in a way that results in a positive change for people in crisis. A day in the life of a Social Media Manager will involve:

Develop and manage our corporate social media accounts, building engagement and encouraging people to join the British Red Cross movement through topical, creative content and messaging 

Respond with speed, confidence and political sensitivity to emerging events, crisis and relevant items on the news agenda, to positively position the work of the British Red Cross 

Manage integrated social media campaigns alongside day-to-day activities, supporting wider organisational objectives 

Regularly report on social media activity, using this data to improve our output and to mark and evaluate our ability to reach target audiences and drive actions

Oversee updates of and dissemination of social media guidelines for the entire organisation, including advice and training for volunteers and staff

Manage reputational risks on social media channels and advise on the social media aspects of risks to the Director of Media & Corporate Communications.

Do you have the following skills and experience to be a successful Social Media Manager?

Strong conception of social media platforms and how brands can engage audiences through social content

Substantial experience of and proven ability to manage and develop an organisation's social media channels

Confidence with owned channel social media analytics and insight tools like Brandwatch

Strong influencing skills including persuasive speaking and presentation skills and writing skills

Experience of how to positively portray people with lived experience and provide them with an empowered role in the storytelling process

Adapts to changing and / or new, sudden onset demands revising plans, content, and approaches as needed

Team or major project management experience.

We particularly welcome applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds and those with lived experience relevant to our work.

In return for your dedication and expertise, you’ll get:

Holidays: days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy extra days.

Pension scheme: Up to % contributory pension.

Flexible working: We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style.

Learning & Development: Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning.

Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.

Wellbeing Assistance: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.

Team Working: Champion our mission in a collaborative team.

CycleWork: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.

Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.

At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain dedicated to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the assistance of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.