Social Media Volunteer (Community Manager)

The GeoAnalytics Center, a Nigerien NGO based out of Niamey, is currently expanding its project portfolio! To this end, we are looking to reinforce our team with a Social Media Volunteer (volunteer position) for a period of 6 months (may be renewed).

Major responsibilities

• Works with social media manager and/or founder to execute on social media strategy; creating audience journey segmentation and associated messages (awareness, interest, action, advocacy) that are aligned between audience and channel; conversion of value prop to humanizing story; and measurements for success.
• Monitors and moderates all social media communities daily for insight, action, questions, comments and thought leadership opportunities using social media tools.
• Monitors for competitive messages, brand mentions, and identified key topics and reacts accordingly.
• Identifies and engages with key external influencers (customers, partners, analysts, media) to increase brand advocacy and use as a source of industry trends; conducts “newsjacking” where appropriate.

Requirements

• Undergraduate student (preference for a senior) in Marketing, Market Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field.
• Minimum one year of experience in related field (through internships or other jobs).
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of social media platforms and monitoring tools; Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn etc.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Must be a self-starter
• Knowledge of French is preferred, as is the knowledge of Sahelian languages such as Hausa, Djerma or Tamalchek.

About GeoA

GeoA is an NGO based out of Niger. Our objective is to use technology to further peace in the Sahel. We reinforce international development programs related to security sector reform, countering violent extremism, gender issues and governance through the use of technology. When adapted to local realities and needs, tech can be a critical facilitating tool for learning, empowering, communicating, collecting and organizing data, as well as enhancing productivity and effectiveness. We base our approach on three overarching ideas:

• Technology is not a silver bullet. However, properly designed technological solutions may reinforce existing initiatives by streamlining processes and increasing efficiency.

• Technology is only as good as the people behind it. GeoA ensures that its approaches are well integrated within existing organizations, and provides training and long-term mentoring to ensure sustainability.

• GeoA’s solutions are locally adapted and are always based on the recipients’ capacity to understand and effectively apply technologically based solutions.

Our teams are composed of both development and IT experts. Together, we make it possible to implement the latest technological trends in the most remote areas.