Opportunity
A Social Media Manager at Pharo Foundation is responsible for executing the organisation's digital voice across platforms, ensuring that content clearly communicates impact, programmes, and strategic priorities. This role will focus on planning and producing high-quality multimedia content, managing posting schedules, and maintaining consistent branding and messaging across countries and projects. The role also involves analysing performance data to refine strategy, growing and engaging online audiences, and supporting key campaigns, partnerships, and fundraising efforts through targeted social media content.
Key Responsibilities
Social Media Management:
Execute approved social media strategy
Develop and execute relevant campaign ideas
Manage content calendars to ensure consistent and timely posting
Oversight of all social channels owned by Pharo Foundation (from main global channels to school, country specific, and Ventures channels)
Track performance metrics and analyse data to optimise content and strategy
Support fundraising, advocacy, and partnership campaigns through digital storytelling
Stay up to date with social media trends, tools, and platform updates
Manage audience engagement by reposting, replying comments, engaging with stakeholders and competitors online
Manage reputational risk by monitoring online sentiment and addressing issues proactively
The chosen candidate will launch social media campaigns on the basis of partner targets discussed with the director of partnerships
The chosen candidate will contribute jointly with the podcast team to launch marketing campaigns for the podcast per episode, based on the episode-specific identification of targets
Content Creation:
Produce multimedia content including graphics, short-form videos, photography, and written copy
Write clear, compelling captions tailored to different platforms and audiences
Ensure all content aligns with brand guidelines, tone of voice, and messaging priorities
Spell and grammar check captions and subtitles
Assist the team in developing creative concepts that translate programme work into engaging, audience-friendly stories
Create campaign-specific content to support fundraising, advocacy, and awareness efforts
Maintain an organised content library of photos, videos, and assets
Qualifications & Experience
A Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Digital Marketing, Media Studies, Public Relations, Journalism, and any complementary fields like communications, English, or sociology.
At least 7 years hands-on experience in Social Media Management and content creation.
Experience managing successful social media pages on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and TikTok.
Desired Skills
Proficiency in communication, interpersonal relations, and following up on group projects
Demonstrated ability to use Adobe Suite Programmes as well as other relevant editing software
Copywriting and editing: crafting clear, compelling, and platform-specific messaging
Social media management tools - experience with platforms like Hootsuite, Sprout Social, Buffer, or Later
Using tools such as Meta Business Suite and Google Analytics to track performance and inform strategy
Ability to use the above tools as well as platform analytics to craft informative reports about progress and performance
Competency and understanding of SEO and digital optimisation
Adaptability - responding quickly to changes, feedback, and emerging trends
Attention to detail - ensuring accuracy, quality, and consistency across all content
Crisis and reputation management - monitoring online sentiment and handling sensitive communications
Pharo Foundation at a Glance
Type: Privately funded philanthropic foundation
Funding: Fully financed by Pharo Management, an emerging markets hedge fund
Missions: Education, Water, and Productivity
Structure: Dual-engine model Pharo Development (non-profit) and Pharo Ventures (for-profit)