Social Media Expert Volunteering Opportunity

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I know, I know, another volunteering opportunity. But this one is a great portfolio-builder and you’d be helping out a great organization, so if you’re a social media practitioner, take a look. You can see the posting on their site at VolunteerVancouver as well.

This one came straight to my social media inbox, bloggingclasses@gmail, thanks to my poster at Thurlow and Alberni. At least the posters are good for something!

Position:
Social Media Outreach Expert
Organization:
Volunteer Vancouver

Volunteer Vancouver’s mission is to inspire and build leadership in the voluntary sector. On April 30th 2009, we launched a new e-book, tentatively titled “A People Lens: 101 Ways to Move Your Organization Forward”. The book illustrates to organizations the vast number of ways volunteers can be employed in order to further their mission; it is sprinkled with stories, best-practice tips and tricks, trends and tools. We are looking to engage a Social Media Outreach Expert to ensure that the message of the book is widely distributed, read, discussed and referred to online.

The volunteer will be responsible for the following:
– Familiarizing themselves with the goals and key messages of the e-book
– Creating a plan for outreach to bloggers; recommending strategies for wide reach and ways to create an online “buzz” – about the book and its key messages
– Ensuring that the book increases Volunteer Vancouver’s reputation as an expert on people engagement – through social media

** Execution of the outreach plan is a potential volunteer role for this person, but is not required.

The approximate time commitment is 20 – 30 hours, ideally between June and July
Volunteers Required: 1
Skills and Experience: – Expertise in social media / blogger outreach strategies and campaigns
– Demonstrated ability to successfully create a blogger outreach strategy
– Ability to work to deadlines and achieve deliverables
– Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – verbal and written
– Familiarity with the not-for-profit sector would be considered an asset
Other Language Required: –
Requirements: –
Reimbursements: –
Training Provided: –
Benefits to Volunteer: You will have the chance to contribute to an innovative project focused on creating a future where every community mindfully engages passionate citizens. You will learn about the voluntary sector, hear inspiring stories, and meet new people.

Volunteer Vancouver will provide a letter of recommendation at the successful conclusion of the project, upon request, and serve as a reference if appropriate.
Contact: Lynda Gerty
604 637 8293
lgerty@volunteervancouver.ca