Social Media Support

The Boroondara Volunteer Resource Centre is advertising this opportunity on behalf of Alamein Neighbourhood & Learning.

Alamein Neighbourhood & Learning is a friendly neighbourhood house located in Ashburton, running programs in adult community education in English, technology, employment and job skills, as well as local community activities, men's shed, community garden, a chatty cafe, community referral and events.

We are looking for a volunteer to utilise their creativity and social media skills to support Alamein's social media presence with engaging and fun content.

**TASKS/DUTIES INVOLVED:**

* Follow Alamein’s social media strategy
* Help maintain a consistent and engaging social media presence
* Create and schedule engaging posts & reels for Instagram & Facebook:
* Source photos and graphics (in-house and external) for posts / reels
* Provide updates and highlights from community programs and events
* Help promote upcoming classes, workshops, and activities
* Ensure posts are clear, friendly, and aligned with the centre’s community values
* Maintain Alamein’s social media calendar
* Monitor comments and flag any important enquiries to staff
* Take photos and videos at Alamein to include in social media posts (optional).

**SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE NEEDED:**

* Expertise with Instagram, Facebook and Canva (or similar platform)
* Ability to program social media calendar in Excel.
* Knowledge of scheduling automation systems (not essential but a bonus).
* Excellent written communication and editing skills
* Creativity and an eye for engaging content
* Good smartphone photography skills
* Reliable and able to follow simple guidelines
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Ability to meet deadlines.
* Interest in community activities and local engagement

** Category **
Community Services

** Commitment **
Regular - more than 6 months

** Type Of Work **
Marketing, Media & Communications,Writing & Editing,

** Time Required **
2-4 hours a week