Social Media Community Manager

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Rare Genomics Institute (RG) is a nonprofit organization that helps families in need of genome research. The role will work remotely with talented peers to do good for the rare disease community. The social media community manager will assist with content creation, utilizing Canva to create colorful illustrated posts, and starting a new RG Instagram account.

The social media community manager will also serve as our ambassador and should be well-versed in social media best practices. The role will require experience using social networking sites such as linkedin, facebook, instagram, and X. The manager will post event information, publicize RG’s activities and publish content related to our mission. The role will require skill at writing and creating content that engages and inspires online users. You must be able to think strategically and have a passion for innovation and social impact! The goal is to reach a wider audience and to help establish RG’s new Instagram account.

Responsibilities:

• Utilizing Canva to generate visually appealing, compelling, and colorful content or Instagram.

• Developing and maintaining social media strategies and integrated marketing campaigns that aim to increase brand visibility and traffic across all social platforms.

• Creating social media content; managing the growth and development of our social properties.

• Participate in online conversations.

• Posting regularly on social media.

• Monitor trends in social marketing tools, trends and applications and appropriately apply that knowledge to support our online campaigns

• Stay informed about new sites and trends in how people get information

• Measure the impact of social media on the overall marketing efforts

• Attend weekly evening team teleconference call (Tuesdays, 9:00-10:00 PM EST).

Desired Skills and Experience:

• A degree in marketing/communications, business management, biomedical science or a related discipline are preferred.

• Knowledgeable in navigating social media sites.

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects efficiently.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills for effective communication to clients, internal staff and the management team.

• Ability to demonstrate tact, diplomacy and initiative when working with others.

• Passion for learning and serving rare disease communities.

• Able to thrive in a fast-paced, self-starter environment.

• Dependable in serving as a regular spokesperson for the organization over a sustained period of time.