Social Media Manager Volunteer (Level the Playing Field in Development)

Level the Playing Field in Development

We work at the intersection between human rights, decolonisation and anti-racism in international development.

Systematic and ongoing neocolonialism, racism within the development sector.

There are a lot discussion around decolonisation and anti-racism in the international development sector. We are here to create practical change.

We work towards addressing and combating the challenges in these spaces by:

Moving beyond discussions to practical solutions Contributing to the reform of current discriminatory policy frameworks and practices in the sector Providing a safe platform for open and candid discussions Collective activism within the global community Changing narratives

We encourage volunteers to come with openness and no judgement. We love creativity and people who are willing to learn and use the skills they have for change.

Social Media Manager

Volunteer Role Description (remote, unpaid)

We are looking for a Volunteer Social Media Manager to help grow and engage our online community across platforms. This role is ideal for someone passionate about social justice, anti-racism, and decolonization, who wants to use their digital skills to drive meaningful change. They will be responsible for managing our social media presence, increasing audience engagement, and aligning content with our mission and campaigns.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a social media strategy aligned with LPFDev’s mission and campaigns. Manage and- create content for Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and other platforms.
• Plan and schedule posts using social media management tools (e.g., Buffer, Hootsuite).
• Engage with our online community by responding to comments, messages, and relevant conversations.
• Monitor trends in social justice, anti-racism, and decolonization to create timely and relevant content.
• Collaborate with the team to promote research, events, and advocacy campaigns.
• Track analytics and engagement metrics to refine strategy and improve outreach.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in social media management, content creation, or digital marketing (professional or volunteer experience welcome).
• Strong understanding of anti-racism, decolonization, and social justice narratives.
• Excellent writing and storytelling skills, with an ability to create engaging, shareable content.
• Knowledge of graphic design tools (Canva, Adobe Spark) is a plus.
• Ability to analyze performance metrics and adapt strategies accordingly.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to work independently.

-->Why Volunteer With Us?: Be part of a mission-driven organization advocating for equity in global development. Gain valuable experience in digital advocacy and social justice communications. Collaborate with a diverse and passionate team. Make a tangible impact in challenging systemic inequalities and amplifying marginalized voices.

Weekly Time Commitment

7-9 hours per week

Duration of Volunteer Role (remote)

6+ months