ERA Social Media Coordinator

CONSTITUTIONAL EQUALITY VOLUNTEER SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR

Location: Remote (with occasional in-person meetings)

Commitment: 5-10 hours per week

Duration: Ongoing 1 year (with the option to extend)

About Austin NOW: The Austin chapter of the National Organization for Women (NOW) is dedicated to advancing gender equality, reproductive rights, economic justice, racial justice, and LGBTQIA+ rights. Our efforts include advocacy, community engagement, and education, and we are currently focusing on promoting the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA), a historic push to enshrine gender equality in the U.S. Constitution.

Position Overview: Austin NOW is seeking a passionate and creative Social Media Coordinator to help amplify the ERA campaign’s message through engaging and impactful online content. As a volunteer, you’ll play a key role in shaping our digital presence, promoting events, and educating the public about the importance of the ERA.

Key Responsibilities:

Content Creation: Develop and manage social media posts, including graphics, videos, and articles that educate the public about the ERA and gender equality.
Event Promotion: Create and schedule posts to promote Austin NOW’s ERA-related events, campaigns, and rallies.
Community Engagement: Respond to comments, messages, and inquiries in a timely manner to foster positive engagement with followers.
Social Media Strategy: Help define and execute social media strategies to expand Austin NOW’s digital reach and engagement.
Analytics: Track and report on the performance of social media campaigns, using insights to refine strategies and improve outreach.
Collaboration: Work closely with the ERA Campaign Committee Lead and other volunteers to align social media efforts with overall campaign goals.

Qualifications:

Proven experience managing social media accounts, especially for nonprofits or advocacy groups.
Strong writing skills and the ability to create compelling, engaging, and informative content.
Proficiency with social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.) and content scheduling tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer, or similar).
Passion for social justice, gender equality, and the mission of NOW.
Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and collaborate with a team of volunteers.
Graphic design experience is a plus but not required (basic tools like Canva or Adobe Spark will be used).

Benefits:

Be part of a dynamic, impactful organization working to advance gender equality.
Gain hands-on experience in digital advocacy, social media management, and nonprofit communications.
Opportunity to work with a team of like-minded volunteers and activists.
Flexible schedule and remote work environment.

How to Apply: Please send a brief statement of interest, a resume, and any relevant social media samples (links to posts, graphics, etc.) to nowaustintx@gmail.com with the subject line: "ERA Social Media Coordinator Application."

We are excited to collaborate with passionate individuals who are committed to advocating for the Equal Rights Amendment and ensuring that gender equality becomes a permanent part of the U.S. Constitution.