Canadian Federation of Independent Business is looking for a Social Media Specialist. If you meet the requirements below, you will be eligible to apply via Digital Marketing Community.

Job Responsibilities:

• Create and proactively manage a social media content calendar that supports growing brand awareness and specific campaigns.
• Collaborate with the marketing and communication team to develop content and graphics to support press releases and campaigns.
• Proofread digital content for proper grammar and spelling to ensure alignment of language, tone, voice and style with CFIB’s guidelines.
• Primary point of contact for all follower questions and feedback on social media.
• Engage and interact with (fans, followers, influencers and publications).
• Encourage follower collaboration that will garner press and extend brand engagement with (likes, shares and dialogue).
• Develop reoccurring meaningful reports on social media efforts, utilize digital analytics and reporting tools to measure and share content results and share results with key stakeholders.
• Strategically repurpose content created by various CFIB teams.
• Maintain consistent social tone, persona and visual look and feel.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or post-graduate degree in communications, marketing, advertising, media studies or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in social media strategy, execution and community management.
• Advanced experience in managing content on social media sites including (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram).
• Deep working knowledge of using various social media scheduling and reporting tools.
• Effective understanding of social community platforms and best practices.
• Basic experience with graphics designing tools such as (Photoshop and Illustrator).
• Basic knowledge of using video editing tools like (iMovie maker) is an asset.
• Solid working skills of using MS Office and Google Docs.
• Exceptional writing, editing, proofing and presentation skills.
• Superior attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently or as a part of a team.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines with short turnarounds in a fast-paced working environment.

About Canadian Federation of Independent Business:

Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) is the country’s champion of small business with over 109,000 members, CIFB is a non-profit organization devoted to creating and supporting an environment where clients business can succeed.