Social Media Associate

Position Overview

Nonprofit organization seeks a social media professional with at least one year of experience to promote the organization’s campaigns, scientific studies, books, conferences, and videos in digital and social media. The position may be performed remotely from any location in the United States though candidates in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area are preferred.

About the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine

Industry: Nonprofit organization

The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine is dedicated to saving and improving human and animal lives through plant-based diets and ethical, effective scientific research. Our vision is to create a healthier world in which health and compassion are central values in science and medicine.

The Physicians Committee’s Values

• Compassion: We encourage compassion for people and animals.
• Health: We promote good health through good nutrition. We practice what we preach by having a vegan office environment, ongoing nutrition education, and a culture that supports health and wellness.
• Truth: We base our recommendations on evidence, not on biases or what is commonly accepted.
• Professionalism: We hold our work to the highest standards, down to the last detail. This shows up in our scientific publications, campaign work, public communications, and also in our appearance, work ethic, and workspace care.
• Action: We speak out against unhealthful, dangerous, and unethical practices. We push limits and persevere.
• Innovation: We bring new approaches to solving problems and continually seek ways to be more effective. We are not afraid to take risks.
• Urgency: Our problems are urgent, and so are our responses. We stay alert to issues and remain in close touch with our members and partners to take immediate action when necessary.
• Dedication: This is a cause, not just a job. We go the extra mile to bring about a healthier, more compassionate world.
• Collaboration: Working together, everyone achieves more. We collaborate with each other, with our members, and with other organizations.
• Positivity: We approach our work with optimism. We plan with the end in mind and envision success.

Location

Washington, D.C.

Organization Size

Approximately 100 employees

Employee Benefits

Primary health and financial benefits include:

• Health insurance with 100% of the deductible and 75% of the premium paid by the Physicians Committee for full-time employees
• Dental insurance available at a group discount
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with a matching contribution of $0.50 per dollar up to 6% of salary
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Pre-tax purchase of Metro fare
• Long-term disability income protection insurance and life insurance fully paid for by the Physicians Committee
• 20 days of paid time off to start, plus 14 paid holidays

Learn more about the Physicians Committee at PCRM.org or on our YouTube channel.

About the Role

Position Title/Job Function: Social Media Associate

Position Objective: Promote the Physicians Committee’s campaigns, scientific studies, books, conferences, and videos in digital and social media. Create social media posts that help team members reach new and diverse followers for our campaigns and educational programs.

About the Communications Team

The Physicians Committee’s communications team works to maximize publicity for our campaigns, programs, and research studies through traditional and social media. The team oversees all media relations, social media, videos, advertising, digital marketing, and website management for the organization.

Essential Functions

• Develop and execute social media strategies across platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and YouTube
• Coordinate social media graphics and videos to stay current with trends
• Manage existing social media pages and introduce new pages as trends shift
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to integrate social media into broader marketing campaigns
• Research social media trends and inform the team of changes
• Implement best practices to grow social media accounts
• Track and analyze social media metrics to measure success and identify areas for improvement
• Keep the holiday and food day calendar up to date and schedule correlating posts
• Engage with followers, influencers, and celebrities on platforms
• Monitor social media accounts, including responding to comments and messages

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Required Physical Abilities

Office work plus the ability to travel to events

Work Location

This is a full-time position that may be performed remotely from any location in the United States. Candidates in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area are preferred.

Required Travel

Approximately quarterly to support events

Work Schedule

This is a full-time exempt position (40+ hours per week). Core business hours are 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday. This position involves occasional weekend posting and quarterly evening/weekend event attendance.

Position Level

Associate

Salary

Salary range: $65,000 – $68,000. Candidates are encouraged to discuss salary with the hiring manager early in the interview process.

Reports To

• Supervisor: Video and Communications Specialist
• Department Director: Vice President of Communications

Qualifications

Required:

• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• A minimum of one year of experience
• Knowledge of Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and Threads and their trends
• Experience with management of social media pages
• Experience with copywriting for graphics and social media captions

Preferred:

• A minimum of three years of experience
• Nonprofit experience is a plus

If you believe you can perform the position’s essential functions but do not meet the minimum qualifications, we invite you to apply. Similarly, if your qualifications exceed the above profile, we encourage you to apply.

How to Apply

Application Materials: A formal cover letter and resume are required. In your cover letter, please tell us about your interest in our mission, your related experience and accomplishments, and your professional goals. You may also be asked to respond in writing to screening questions.

Application Deadline: Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis.

For More Information: Contact the Physicians Committee’s human resources department at [email protected].

Application Process

1. 20-minute phone call with Video and Communications Specialist
2. 1-hour video interview with Video and Communications Specialist and Vice President of Communications
3. 2.5-hour remote working interview with communications team members, including a sample project
4. 15-minute video interview with Physicians Committee President Dr. Neal Barnard
5. Reference checks with the most recent direct supervisor and two other professional references