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Center for Global Development · 2 weeks ago

Digital and Social Media Manager

Washington, DC

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$66K/yr - $74K/yr

4+ years exp

The Center for Global Development is an independent think tank focused on reducing global poverty through innovative economic research. They are seeking a Digital and Social Media Manager to enhance their digital presence by developing content strategies for social media and newsletters, increasing online engagement, and supporting strategic communications objectives.

Non Profit

No H1B

Responsibilities

Creating and posting tailored content across CGD’s owned social media channels, including LinkedIn, X/Twitter, Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook. Being able to translate CGD’s in-depth economics and policy research into easily understandable forms without misrepresenting it will be a key skill

Creating and managing paid ad campaigns across social media and search

Providing strategic and tactical advice to CGD’s researchers on their own professional use of social media

Developing and pitching new content ideas—whether that's a new recurring series, a creative campaign tied to a research launch, or experimenting with formats, such as shortform video

Proactively monitoring platform changes and audience data to identify opportunities—from optimizing posting tactics and framing to recommending new platforms and distribution channels

Delivering regular reports on CGD's performance across these channels and contributing to broader organizational efforts on impact measurement and reporting

Creating multimedia such as graphics and short videos for social media, primarily using established brand templates, with occasional more creative work. Providing occasional backup support for the Senior Designer/Multimedia Lead

Supporting CGD’s newsletter program by drafting content and working with the Head of Digital and Head of News on strategy

Qualification

Digital campaign managementSocial media analyticsContent creationAdobe Creative CloudHTML/CSSInterest in global developmentCommunicationInterpersonal skillsProject management

Required

Track record of growing a digital presence for an organization or campaign, and an appetite to create targeted digital campaigns

Experience using social media management, analytics, and listening tools to stay on top of social trends and innovations. (CGD currently uses Sprout Social and Brand24.)

Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills

Proficiency with multimedia, video, and graphics software, such as Adobe Creative Cloud, Adobe Express, and/or Canva

Basic experience with web code (HTML, CSS) and mass email platforms like Mailchimp/Pardot/etc. a plus

Ability to handle multiple projects at once, work well under deadlines, and plan ahead

Bachelor's degree in a related field and 4-6 years of work experience