GiveDirectly

Social Media Manager

GiveDirectly

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: New York • United States

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Salary

💰 $94,700 per year

About the role

  • Lead GiveDirectly’s social media strategy and posting calendar across all major platforms
  • Build and refine a repeatable social playbook & templates that balances storytelling, education, and credibility
  • Define goals for each channel and measurement framework
  • Create and edit content (posts, visuals, short videos) that highlight GiveDirectly’s programs, research, and impact
  • Collaborate with Communications, Research, and Program teams to translate data and stories into compelling, public-facing content
  • Manage publishing cadence, community engagement, and platform optimization
  • Ensure all channels move in harmony during product launches, campaigns, and announcements
  • Stay ahead of platform updates, algorithm shifts, and emerging content formats
  • Track KPIs across channels (reach, engagement, follower growth, traffic, retention, and authority signals)

Requirements

  • 3+ years of proven ability to grow social media presence for a brand
  • Strong writing and editing skills, with a clear, confident, and empathetic voice
  • Experience with content design or light video editing tools (Canva, CapCut, Adobe Suite)
  • Demonstrated ability to turn complex or technical topics into clear, engaging content
  • Strong project management skills and ability to prioritize, manage multiple workstreams, and deliver on time
  • Strong strategic thinking, you know how to build a cohesive brand across multiple channels
  • Deep understanding of social algorithms, audience behavior, and content performance
  • Comfort with social analytics tools (ex. Meta Suite, Sprout, Later, Hootsuite)
  • Deep alignment with GiveDirectly’s values and mission
Benefits
  • A positive and supportive team with opportunities for advancement
  • A demonstrated commitment to helping all staff develop and grow
  • A competitive salary, including bonus
  • A robust health benefits plan (exact details will vary by country)
  • Flexible paid time off
  • Allowances for desk set-up and learning and development
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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
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