Social Media Coordinator (48586)

Are you looking to make a difference in the world?

Looking to take the next step in your career with an impactful organization helping people?

Join AFTD, the leading organization dedicated to ending the most common dementia under 60, known as FTD. We help families affected today, and drive research to bring hope for the future. Our work to bring about a world without FTD is only missing your passion and your expertise. AFTD is growing rapidly, with a greater ability to offer help for those affected than ever before. Join us today to make a difference for families affected by FTD, across the United States and beyond. 

Job Purpose

The Social Media Coordinator supports AFTD’s mission by creating thoughtful, engaging social media content that informs, connects, and supports people impacted by frontotemporal degeneration (FTD).

This role is ideal for someone early in their career — including a recent college graduate — who enjoys writing social media copy, creating digital content, and learning how mission-driven organizations connect with online communities. The Coordinator will help bring AFTD’s voice to life across social platforms through clear messaging, strong storytelling, and approachable visuals, while building hands-on experience in nonprofit communications.

Job Summary

The Social Media Coordinator works closely with the Social Media Manager to support AFTD’s day-to-day social media presence and digital engagement efforts. This role focuses on content creation, copywriting, scheduling, community engagement, and basic analytics, helping ensure AFTD’s social platforms remain active, responsive, and aligned with organizational priorities.

The Coordinator will assist in creating posts related to education, research, events, fundraising, and community support, and will help adapt content for different audiences and platforms. This position is well-suited for someone looking to grow their skills in social media strategy, nonprofit storytelling, and audience engagement in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

General Duties: 

• Create and draft social media content, including captions, graphics, short-form videos, and stories, aligned with AFTD’s brand voice and messaging guidelines
• Assist with scheduling and publishing content across platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X, TikTok, and YouTube
• Support community engagement by monitoring comments and messages and responding with empathy, accuracy, and professionalism
• Help adapt existing content (blogs, emails, event information, research updates) into clear, engaging social media posts
• Create simple graphics and short videos using tools such as Canva and CapCut (advanced video production is not required)
• Track basic social media metrics and assist in preparing monthly reports under the guidance of the Social Media Manager
• Help maintain content calendars and support social media planning for campaigns, awareness weeks, events, and fundraisers
• Contribute to AFTD’s digital asset library by organizing graphics, photos, and short videos
• Stay up to date on social media trends and best practices, especially related to nonprofit and health communications
• Provide occasional support to the Communications team with content needs as requested

Experience:
0–2 years of experience in social media, digital communications, or content creation. Relevant internships, fellowships, academic projects, or volunteer work will be considered in lieu of professional experience.

Portfolio Requirement:
A social media portfolio is required. Applicants must submit examples of social media content they have created (such as posts, captions, graphics, or short videos), along with a brief explanation of their role in each example. Portfolios may include links to live accounts, PDFs, Google Drive folders, or personal websites.

Applicants will not be considered without a portfolio or work samples. Portfolios can be sent to aftdhr@theaftd.org. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Interview Process

• Submit an application, including cover letter, resume and social media portfolio 
• Phone screen with a member of AFTD’s HR department
• Interview with Hiring Manager
• Team interview with department staff
• Offer made to final candidate (contingent on reference and background checks)
• Additional interviews or assessments may be required depending on position            

AFTD Awards

• Platinum Seal of Transparency for 2025 from GuideStar, an organization that collects and publishes IRS-verified data about charitable organizations, issuing Seals of Transparency based on how much information each charity provides
• 4-star rating on Charity Navigator, an organization that assesses nonprofits’ organizational effectiveness through IRS filings and metrics such as, Impact & Results, Accountability & Finance, Culture & Community, and Leadership & Adaptability

Benefits and Perks

AFTD offers a competitive salary and is committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and their families, including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance for eligible employees regularly working 30 hours or more per week – presently AFTD covers 100% of employee individual medical coverage
• Employer paid Basic Life Insurance/AD&D
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Identity Protection
• Voluntary Term Life/AD&D
• Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Critical Illness insurance
• Pet discount program
• Employee Assistance Program
• SIMPLE IRA with company match
• Generous paid vacation and sick time
• 14 paid holidays
• 4 weeks paid parental leave
• A company culture that encourages work/life balance
• Ongoing team building opportunities, including staff retreats and days of service
• Ongoing professional development training and opportunities
• Hybrid working environment, with the opportunity to work remotely up to 3 days per week
• Business casual dress code

AFTD is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.  All of your information will be kept confidential according to EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity) guidelines. 

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