Social Media Coordinator

Social Media Coordinator Position:

The Mental Health Society of Greater Victoria is seeking a Social Media Coordinator. Our mission is to improve mental health in Victoria by raising awareness of the cause and facilitating access to local support services.

We are a 100% volunteer-run grassroots organization. Our team is composed of talented people from all backgrounds who are passionate about mental health. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in the non-profit sector. We encourage both professionals and students to apply.

The Social Media Coordinator will help create engaging, informative, and accessible mental health content for our community. In this role, you will contribute to our social media platforms, write blog posts, and assist with various communications-related tasks. We are looking for a strong writer who is passionate about mental health and comfortable creating content for digital audiences. Experience creating short-form video content and a willingness to appear on camera are considered an asset.

You will work collaboratively with the MHS team and social media team to develop content that promotes mental health awareness, highlights local resources and initiatives, and engages our community. 

Required skills and experience:
- Currently living in Victoria, BC
- Strong writing and editing skills
- Experience creating social media content
- Passionate about mental health
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Creative and able to work independently

Bonus skills and experience:
- Experience creating Reels or other short-form video content
- Comfortable appearing on camera
- Experience with Canva, CapCut, or similar tools
- Background in psychology, counselling, mental health, communications, or marketing
- Previous nonprofit or charity experience

Required Documents:
- Resume
- Written paragraph(s) about why you are a good fit (Hint: we are not looking for a template cover letter, but we would love to get a feel for who you are and what you’re passionate about!)

To apply, please email the application documents to volunteer@mhsvictoria.org. Please note that applications missing a written portion will not be considered. The most eligible applicants will be contacted to schedule an online video interview.

We look forward to hearing from you!