Social Media Volunteer
Waves of Wellness (WOW) Foundation is on the hunt for a social media/marketing/PR volunteer to assist the communications team with digital media engagement, content and marketing strategies.
You will have excellent communication skills, the confidence to bring new ideas to the table, a love for social media and a passion for helping raise awareness for a charity organisation. You have the drive and ambition to help create powerful marketing content that helps highlight the work that we do. A passion for the ocean and mental health is desired. Photography/graphic design skills are a huge bonus, but not required.
As a volunteer you will be able to work remotely with flexible hours while building up your digital media portfolio and gaining invaluable insights into the non-profit and media sectors at once.
The volunteer role is for a minimum of 3 months, for approx. 8-16 hours per week. Work is currently remote, with the ability to come into WOW’s HQ office in Sydney’s CBD from time to time. All volunteers are required to provide their own computer for use. This volunteer position is unpaid and at the end of it, we expect you’ll receive a stellar reference.
Responsibilities:
Brainstorming of new ideas for blog content
Drafting social media posts for Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook
Creation of short videos (15-30 seconds) for TikTok using WOW footage
Creation of blog content as briefed by the WOW team
Video/photo editing assistance where required
Brainstorming of marketing ideas for fundraising campaigns
Social media engagement and account monitoring (communicating with audience on behalf of WOW team)
Assist the Communications and Partnerships team as required
About You
Have excellent communication skills
Organised and structured, with good attention to detail
Confidence to bring new ideas to the table
A passion for mental health, a love for the ocean and/or surfing is welcome
Ability to work collaboratively with the partnerships team and communicate with various stakeholders
Desired Experience:
Experience in social media/marketing/content creation
Experience working or volunteering for a non-profit
Photography, Graphic Design and/or video editing skills are a huge plus but not required
About Waves of Wellness (WOW) Foundation
WOW is a for-purpose mental health charity committed to changing the face of mental health. We strive to change lives through innovative mental health and wellbeing programs based on our three pillars of wellness, social inclusion, connection to nature, and engagement in meaningful activity. Our mission is to create and implement innovative mental health programs that break down the barriers and stigma that prevent people from being well.
Next Steps
If you think you’re the right fit for us and ready to bring the WOW factor with you, email info@foundationwow.org with the subject line SOCIAL MEDIA VOLUNTEER with your CV attached plus a brief outline (cover letter) of why you would like to volunteer with us as well as your availability and possible time commitment. Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.