Nonprofit
Published 4/7/26 8:45PM

Social Media Assistant

Remote, Volunteer must be in or near Washington, DC
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    4–6 hours per week
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    1
    Cause Areas:
    Family, Volunteering, Women
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Participation Requirements:
    Attend Orientation
    Other Requirements:
    Interest in social media, digital communications, Basic experience with Canva preferred Strong attention to detail and ability to follow branding guidelines Ability to work independently

    Description

    Use Your Creativity to Make a Real Impact

    Are you passionate about social media and storytelling? Want to use your skills to support young mothers and uplift underrepresented voices?

    Position Summary

    Join Young Mothers, Inc. as a Social Media Assistant and help bring our mission to life online. You’ll play a key role in creating engaging, meaningful content that connects with our community and spreads awareness of programs that truly make a difference.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Create and publish posts and stories across Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter
    • Write engaging, platform-specific captions aligned with our content calendar
    • Research and apply relevant hashtags to expand reach
    • Tailor content to resonate with our core audience, young mothers (below 25 years)
    • Design eye-catching social graphics and flyers using Canva
    • Select visuals that align with our brand identity
    • Tag partners, collaborators, and featured individuals to boost engagement
    • Schedule posts using tools like Buffer (or similar platforms)
    • Double-check accuracy of captions, hashtags, and links before publishing
    • Create and promote events on Facebook and other platforms
    • Share program updates and registration details across social channels
    • Keep social media bios updated with current links and opportunities

    Qualifications

    • Interest in social media, communications, or nonprofit work
    • Familiarity with Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter
    • Basic Canva skills (you don’t have to be a designer, just creative!)
    • Experience with scheduling tools like Buffer
    • A passion for digital storytelling and community engagement
    • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow brand guidelines
    • Self-motivated and comfortable working independently
    • Open to feedback and excited to learn

    Benefits

    • Build real-world social media and marketing experience
    • Contribute to a mission that supports and empowers young mothers
    • Collaborate with a passionate, purpose-driven team
    • Receive training and guidance to grow your skills
    • Enjoy a flexible schedule that fits your life

    We look forward to receiving your application. All information will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines.

    Please visit youngmothersinc.org to learn more about our non-profit organization!

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer must be in or near Washington, DC
    Associated Location
    Washington, DC, USA

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