IACC Social Media Coordinator – Paid Internship 2023

The IACC is seeking a Social Media Coordinator to execute our organization’s social media strategy and growth across all channels (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter). This position will manage multiple projects and be responsible for the day-to-day creation and posting of content for several social profiles.

Reporting to the Deputy Executive Director and J-1 Visa Program Specialist, the Social Media Coordinator will be responsible for scheduling posts, promoting content, setting the social calendar, reporting, campaign creation, and more. The candidate will also be responsible for social listening research and will generate insights based on this data to drive future positioning, content, and planning. The Social Media Coordinator is a go-to resource for providing trends and data about this social segment as it relates to a the IACC’s overall business and target audience and serves as a contributing voice in helping to shape and guide our strategy as we look to leverage our extensive content library across social platforms.

The ideal candidate enjoys social media, demonstrates excellent writing skills and has experience working in social media community management, monitoring/listening tools and turning social listening data into insights and strategic opportunities.

Tasks

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of our social media channels, including LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook
• Content brainstorming and creation related to IACC Membership, Events, EYE Program, J-1 Visa, YEX, True Italian Taste, etc., including visual design and copy that appropriately translate the IACC professional brand.
• Track queries received via IACC social media channels
• Identify areas for process improvement
• Develop target audience strategy proposals related to IACC Membership, Events, EYE Program, J-1 Visa, YEX, True Italian Taste, etc.
• Own reporting and channel analysis including KPI, bi-weekly channel updates, and forecasting for future months. Monitor performance data and trends to guide the team, providing regular reports to IACC team

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent education plus professional experience) required
• Knowledge of marketing and advertising; understanding of digital marketing and familiarity with paid/owned social media and technology is preferred
• A growth mindset focused on driving outcomes with a can-do attitude and a demonstrated pattern of accountable decision making
• Strong strategic and problem-solving skills and ability to work in a team environment with different personalities
• Technical knowledge of and insight into social media
• Proficiency with business software (Microsoft Office) and online tools including Canva, Adobe Photoshop, PowerPoint, and more.
• Excellent interpersonal and writing skills
• Detail-oriented; solid organizational skills; ability to execute operational tasks independently

Application Materials

· CV/resume

· Cover Letter

· Portfolio of previous Social Media work

**Applications submitted without all required materials will not be considered.

Full vaccination is a requirement for this role for new hires joining the IACC.

This is a part-time, fixed duration role of 3-6 months with the option to join the IACC staff in a part time capacity at the conclusion of the engagement. This position is a hybrid in person/remote role and the Coordinator will be in-office 1 day a week.

Compensation will be based on experience.

Preferred start date: ASAP

Italy-America Chamber of Commerce is an equal opportunity employer.