Volunteering - Social Media Manager at Ada's Cafe

Organization Overview:
Ada's Cafe and Catering is a 501(c)3, non-profit corporation dedicated to hiring, training and empowering people with disabilities in our commercial food service business. Ada's mission is also to serve great food!

Ada's engages local youth to participate in Cafe operations- as job buddies- alongside our cafe associates. Ada's believes that youth engaged in meaningful work and life experiences will feel more connected to their communities. Our goal is to bring people together that usually don't have an opportunity to connect. Learn more: adascafe.org

Position Overview:
The position provides the opportunity to gain exposure to the non-profit, food, and disabilities community. As social media manager you will be designing full social media strategies in addition to creating and posting all social media content. Content will include photos (Cafe food, people, space, events), sharing relevant articles, employee spotlights, and other exciting content.

You will work remotely most of the week, with occasional visits to the cafe to take pictures and engage with the employees and customers. You will also be asked to come to larger catering events.
You will post 6 days a week, which should only take 15-30 min per day, resulting in 1.5-3 hours of work per week.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Create and post content to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram everyday
Engage with other relevant companies and personalities via social media
Liaise with cafe owner and manager, who will provide you with photo content to post if you are not in the cafe that day
Take high quality photos of food, people, and environment
Brainstorm, plan, and execute social media strategies
Increase page traffic and engagement with Ada’s Cafe brand
Occasionally update the website

Desired Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Deep knowledge of social media platforms and effective digital media marketing strategies
Interest in non-profit sector and social causes
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Detail-oriented with strong time-management skills
Ability to follow direction and to work both independently and collaboratively
Strong interpersonal skills and enthusiasm
Must have a positive, friendly attitude, and be a team player

Ideal Candidate:
College student
Is interested in pursuing a career in social media marketing, journalism, writing
Lives and breathes social media and has demonstrated ability to produce popular and highly engaged-with content

Salary/Schedule:
This is an unpaid volunteer position, ideal for those who are looking to work for a cause and take on an experience of leadership and learning. Your schedule will be roughly around 5 hours a week, with a 90–120 day commitment.

To Apply:
Submit letter of introduction and resume. No phone calls, please.
Note: Ada’s Cafe is looking to fill this position as soon as possible and for the successful applicant to begin work immediately
Links to your social media accounts
Resume
Cover letter describing why you are interested in the position, how your skills and ideas for the job would make an impact, and how your past experiences would qualify you for the position

What you get:
Great professional experience to add to your resume
Perks: occasional free food & coffee, very flexible schedule
High degree of independence and creative freedom
A great work environment with coffee smells and laughter!

Job Type: Part-time

Local candidates only:
Palo Alto, CA 94303