The Social Media Coordinator will assist in designing, creating and implementing social media content for the Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (ODEI) at the University of Michigan. The role focuses on highlighting the university’s diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives through regular content updates across ODEI’s social media platforms including Instagram, X and LinkedIn.

This person will report to the writer/communications specialist. 

The duties and responsibilities of the social media coordinator include, but are not limited to:

• Develop weekly Instagram posts and stories

• Promote upcoming events through social media

• Create basic graphic designs

• Brainstorm innovative and engaging strategies to build the department’s social media presence

• Write descriptions for DEI initiatives across the University of Michigan

• Assist with scheduling and managing a social media content calendar

• Connect U-M DEI programs with student audiences

• Create additional social media content as needed
   

Occasional weekend and/or evening work may be required. The social media coordinator will have the flexibility to work primarily remote, with occasional on-site work for meetings and events. 

• Enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student at the University of Michigan

• Familiarity with the Ann Arbor campus and its programs

• Proficiency with social media platforms including Instagram and X; professional experience is preferred but not required

• Basic design skills in Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva

• Video editing experience is preferred but not required

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Comfortable conducting interviews and engaging with diverse audiences

• Highly organized, self-motivated and capable of working independently

• Familiarity with U-M’s DEI initiatives is a plus
   

Please submit a cover letter describing your commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and links to relevant content management and/or social media campaign creations. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.