Social Media Volunteer for Bristol International Twinning Association

Bristol International Twinning Association (BITA) is the umbrella organisation for Bristol’s seven volunteer-run twinning associations for Beira (Mozambique), Bordeaux (France), Guangzhou (China), Hanover (Germany), Porto (Portugal), Puerto Morazan (Nicaragua) and Tbilisi (Georgia).

https://www.bristol.gov.uk/residents/museums-parks-sports-and-culture/twinning

As a Social Media volunteer your role is to contribute to BITA’s online presence on Instagram @bristoltwincities, supporting their commitment to international partnership and global citizenship and solidarity. You will be managed by Bristol City Council’s International Twinning Officer, and may attend the quarterly BITA meetings.

You should be passionate about creating engaging content, building online communities, and eager to contribute to charities making a real difference to communities in Bristol and its partner cities.

Key volunteer tasks:

Create Instagram posts based on information from the 7 associations
Engage with followers, responding to comments and messages
Research local Instagram pages to follow and monitor their content (like/share/comment)
Observe social media trends which BITA should follow

Optional volunteer tasks:

Create a schedule of dates for posting approx every fortnight (BITA events and Trustee Day, Volunteer Day, International Days etc.)
Create a Social Media Policy (based on a template from one of the 7 groups)
Encourage the 7 groups to produce content (keep up to date with their activities)
Encourage 4 groups to set up Instagram accounts

Skills you’ll need:

Passion for social media
Good written communication skills
Creativity and eye for detail
Basic photo and video editing
Familiarity with Instagram and its analytics

Perks and benefits:

Gain practical experience in social media coordination
Gain knowledge about international partnerships, international relations, and international development
Make a tangible difference to global citizenship
Volunteer within a supportive and welcoming team environment

Things to consider: