Location: Hybrid – Lititz, PA (Combined office and home based)
Term: Part-time
Mennonite Disaster Service (MDS) is seeking a Part-Time Web & Social Media Coordinator to manage and update our website with fresh and engaging content, develop and schedule social media campaigns, track analytics and trends to drive engagement and growth.
This position is hybrid within commutable distance to Lititz.
Coordinate, create, and monitor content, on Mennonite Disaster Service (MDS) social media channels and website to share the MDS story, mission, vision, and values.
Reporting Relationship
Reports to the Communications Manager (CM).
Responsibilities
MDS Social Media
Oversee and implement MDS’ social media strategy
Create and edit engaging and shareable content for various social media platforms, including text, images, videos, and stories
Plan and schedule social media posts to maintain a consistent presence and maximize engagement
Respond to comments, messages, and inquiries on social media platforms, fostering a positive brand image
Schedule and manage social media advertising campaigns to reach target audiences and drive traffic to the website and social media platforms
Regularly report to CM on progress of social media campaigns
Keeping abreast of the latest trends and best practices in social media marketing
MDS Website
Regularly update new content on the website to communicate MDS volunteer activity
Promptly upload weekly reports, stories written by MDS as well as stories citing the work of MDS to create a fresh appearance on the site
Creatively generate additional content during periods of slower volunteer activity
Work to enhance the user experience on the website, making it more intuitive and user-friendly
Graphic Design
Adhere to brand guidelines
Edit in-house videos as needed
Create graphics for website, social media and email marketing as needed
Other Tasks
Monitor website traffic, user behavior, and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.
Assist with copyediting and proofreading
Assist CM with media training for staff and volunteers
Member of the Communications team
Visit at least one project annually
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Knowledge of and passion for the MDS mission, vision and core values
Commitment to the Anabaptist faith and peace position and active in an Anabaptist church
Demonstrated commitment to the MDS lifestyle expectations and Anabaptist shared Convictions as outlined in the Employee Policy Handbook
1 – 2 years of experience in communications or a related field required
Bachelor’s degree in communications or a related field, emphasis in digital media, social media or graphic design preferred
One or more years of experience working with people of another culture
Essential Skills
Demonstrated computer literacy with Microsoft Office Suite and experience using website management software. Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite and Constant Contact a plus
Experience with Word Press or similar web platforms
Experience working in graphic design
Basic audio/video editing and production experience
Strong written, oral and interpersonal skills
Detail oriented and organized
Ability to adapt rapidly to evolving priorities and deadlines
Ability to take initiative as well as work as part of a team and organize own activity
Availability and willingness to travel approximately 10% time
Physical requirements: Work is mostly sedentary with long periods of time at a computer terminal and on the phone
Work environment: With the use of normal safety precautions typical of offices, meeting rooms, and in commercial vehicles, there is little risk of danger
Resumes may be emailed to jobs@mds.org or mailed to:
