Volunteer Social Media & Marketing Manager

Organization: The Harvey Foundation for Justice & Opportunity
Position Type: Volunteer / Unpaid
Location: Remote / Toronto, Ontario
Time Commitment: Approximately 3–5 hours per week (flexible)
Experience Level: Students, recent graduates, and emerging professionals welcome
Application Deadline: Open until filled

About the Foundation

The Harvey Foundation for Justice & Opportunity is a federally incorporated Canadian not-for-profit organization dedicated to reducing educational barriers for individuals and families impacted by crime and the criminal justice system.

Through scholarships, educational grants, technology access initiatives, and community partnerships, we are working to create meaningful opportunities for individuals to pursue education and build brighter futures.

As a newly established organization, we are looking for creative and motivated individuals who want to help build our digital presence and contribute to a growing nonprofit.

Position Overview

We are seeking a creative, organized, and enthusiastic Volunteer Social Media & Marketing Manager to help develop and manage the Foundation's social media presence, digital communications, and marketing initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity for a current college or university student, recent graduate, or emerging marketing professional looking to gain practical experience, strengthen their resume, and build a professional portfolio.

The successful applicant will have an opportunity to contribute to the Foundation's marketing strategy, develop original content, and help shape the public identity of a growing nonprofit organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a consistent social media content calendar.
• Create engaging graphics, carousels, reels, and promotional content.
• Assist with managing the Foundation's Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and other relevant platforms.
• Draft captions, announcements, and promotional materials.
• Support marketing campaigns for scholarships, fundraising initiatives, community events, and partnerships.
• Maintain consistent branding, messaging, and visual identity.
• Monitor social media engagement and provide basic performance updates.
• Collaborate with the Founder and relevant committees on communications and promotional initiatives.
• Recommend creative ideas to increase awareness, engagement, and community participation.
• Support the development of digital marketing materials for upcoming Foundation initiatives.

Qualifications

We welcome applicants who:

• Are currently studying or have an interest in marketing, communications, graphic design, public relations, digital media, or a related field.
• Have an interest in social media trends, content creation, and digital storytelling.
• Are familiar with platforms such as Instagram, LinkedIn, Canva, and CapCut.
• Demonstrate creativity, initiative, and attention to detail.
• Have strong written communication and organizational skills.
• Are comfortable working independently and collaboratively.
• Have an interest in nonprofit organizations, education, social justice, or community development.

Previous professional marketing experience is not required.

Students and individuals developing their skills are strongly encouraged to apply.

What You'll Gain

This volunteer opportunity is designed to provide meaningful, practical experience and professional development.

Successful applicants will have opportunities to:

• Build a professional portfolio featuring real nonprofit marketing campaigns, social media graphics, and digital content.
• Gain hands-on experience managing social media accounts and developing marketing strategies.
• Develop content creation, branding, communications, and campaign management skills.
• Contribute creative ideas and help shape the digital identity of a growing organization.
• Collaborate with nonprofit leadership and community partners.
• Gain experience that can support future employment, internships, or academic opportunities.
• Receive professional references based on demonstrated contributions and performance.
• Receive appropriate recognition and credit for approved creative work.

Portfolio use of completed work will be permitted with the Foundation's approval and subject to confidentiality, privacy, and intellectual property requirements.

Time Commitment & Working Arrangements

• Approximately 3–5 hours per week.
• Primarily remote, with occasional opportunities to participate in events or content creation activities in Toronto.
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate academic commitments.
• Regular communication with the Founder and relevant committee members.

This is an unpaid volunteer position. It does not constitute an offer of paid employment.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are invited to submit:

• A resume or brief summary of relevant experience.
• A short statement explaining their interest in the position.
• Examples of previous social media content, graphics, or creative work, if available (optional).

No professional portfolio is required to apply.

Applications from current students, recent graduates, and individuals looking to gain their first practical marketing experience are encouraged.

Apply through our website:
www.theharveyfoundation.ca

We look forward to welcoming a creative individual who wants to develop their skills while helping advance educational opportunities and community impact.