Job Purpose:
This position is responsible for supporting content creation and posting on the Council’s digital communications platforms and driving traffic and engagement with audiences.
 Key Duties and Responsibilities

Assist in the development and implementation of digital communications engagement strategy for the Council;
Engage users on the Council’s platforms in a manner that projects the Council’s identity and heritage, ensuring timely responses to queries;
Develop, edit, publish and share engaging and informative content for digital communication platforms daily;
Monitor web traffic metrics and ensure SEO optimization;
Research and generate content for the Council website and social media platforms;
Administrate the Council social media platforms;
Support the management of the Council’s image and video repositories;
Maintain an accurate and up to date database of social media audiences and posts;
Monitor best practices and emerging trends in social media and make recommendations for adjustment of the Council’s social media strategy as necessary.

Key Qualifications / Skills / Competencies / Experience Required

Bachelor’s Degree in Communications or related field;
Minimum of (1) one-year demonstrable experience in managing social media handles with documented growth;
Excellent IT skills, with proficiency working with design and photo-editing software;
Excellent demonstrable Videography and video editing skills;
Demonstrable experience in handling social media platforms;
Excellent communication skills.