Social Media Manager

About the role

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Social Media Manager to join our volunteer team. In this role, you will play a critical part in building and amplifying OpenGov Africa's online presence to grow our civic tech and open governance movement across Africa. You will work closely with our leadership and communications team to develop a bold social media strategy, create compelling content, and engage a growing community of citizens, advocates, and changemakers who believe in transparent and accountable governance.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify trending topics, conversations, and opportunities in civic tech, open governance, and African development to inform content strategy
• Create, edit, and publish clear, engaging, and well-structured content across LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube
• Maintain a monthly social media content calendar to track posting schedules, campaigns, and platform-specific requirements
• Collaborate with program leads, designers, and volunteer teams to gather impact stories, updates, and supporting visuals for content
• Monitor and respond to comments, messages, and community interactions across all platforms in a timely and professional manner
• Help build and maintain a library of reusable content assets including templates, brand graphics, captions, and campaign materials
• Track and analyse social media performance metrics and stay informed about platform algorithm changes, trends, and best practices in civic tech and open governance

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of demonstrated experience managing social media accounts for an organization, brand, or social cause
• Excellent written communication and storytelling skills with the ability to adapt tone across platforms and audiences
• Strong research and analytical abilities, including experience with social media analytics tools
• Proficiency in graphic design tools (Canva Pro, Adobe Express, Photoshop, or Illustrator) and scheduling platforms
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage a content calendar across multiple platforms
• Passion for civic technology, transparency, and open governance
• Experience with nonprofit or social impact organizations is an advantage
• Video creation and editing skills are an added advantage

Commitment Details

Position Type: Volunteer
Time Commitment: 3 hours per day
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9 AM to 12 PM WAT
Duration: Minimum 6-month commitment preferred

Location

Remote

Expectations

• Reliable participation
• Timely content delivery
• Consistent communication

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience managing social media for a pan-African civic tech and open governance organization
• The opportunity to directly contribute to meaningful civic change across Africa
• A collaborative, mission-driven remote team environment
• A reference letter upon successful completion, and a Certificate of Contribution for active volunteers
• Growth opportunity: Find out how contributors can become leaders at OpenGov Africa - (https://github.com/OpenGovAfrica/.github/blob/main/governance.md)

How to Apply

If you are passionate about the Social Media Manager role, we would love to have you on our team!

Please apply by filling this form: https://forms.gle/gyymWVbEEpYMpd1M6

Private Group Details

• Group Size Range: 1 - 50+
• Event can be held virtually
• No Donation