Social Media Manager

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We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Social Media Manager to join our Communications team. This is a new and exciting role that is both creative and strategic. You will lead on the DEC’s organic social media presence and expertise to deliver impactful content on all our channels and explore new opportunities to reach our audiences.

Ideally, you will have worked in an NGO, can demonstrate successes in a similar role, have proven experience advising senior leaders and have exceptional people skills. 

If you’re passionate about using your skills to raise funds for our national appeals, share stories of communities affected by disasters and have great ideas on how to demonstrate the impact of our work, we’d love to hear from you!

As part of a small, successful core team, you will work closely with our lead on paid social media, and collaborate with colleagues from across our 15 member charities as well as our national partners. The DEC provides opportunities to learn and grow in a supportive and productive environment.

How to apply

If this role is of interest and meets your skills, experience, and knowledge, then please apply with your anonymised CV & cover letter [i.e. please state your initials only, not your full name] to HR@dec.org.uk by 9am, Wednesday 12 June 2024.

The DEC is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from anyone who can meet the criteria, regardless of gender, race, age, disability, sexuality, or religion.

The DEC is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children and vulnerable adults and participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from successful applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.  

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