Social Media & Communications Associate

Somo is a business accelerator that supports social entrepreneurs working to transform low-income communities. We invest in community-led initiatives and provide the resources entrepreneurs need to build sustainable enterprises. These resources include business training, funding, access to new markets, and tailored advising and mentorship.

Social Media & Communications Associate

This role involves managing and growing Somo's social media platforms and supporting overall communications efforts, ensuring consistent branding, high-quality content, and active community engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and grow Somo's social media platforms, ensuring consistent branding, high-quality content, and active community engagement.
• Develop and implement content calendars and digital campaigns aligned with organizational goals and key milestones.
• Create, capture, edit, and publish engaging multimedia content (text, graphics, photos, and videos) across platforms.
• Collaborate with internal teams and the Design Lead to ensure visuals, messaging, and storytelling align with Somo's brand identity.
• Support communications and PR efforts, including press releases, newsletters, blogs, and media engagement.
• Monitor analytics, prepare performance reports, and use insights to continuously optimize content and engagement strategies.

Requirements

Candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Education: Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field.
• Experience: At least 2 years of experience in social media management, digital communications, or content creation.
• Skills:
  • Strong skills in content creation, including copywriting, photography, videography, and basic video editing.
  • Proficiency in major social media platforms, content scheduling, and analytics tools.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong storytelling ability.
  • Creative, proactive, and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.