Responsibilities

• Ocean Census: social media content creation, channel management, web updating and asset organisation.
• Nekton and affiliated programmes (e.g. First Descent, Yachts for Science, Ocean Rising): scheduled social content delivery, community support and cross-programme digital coordination.
• Events and logistics support: assisting with digital, in-person and expedition-related events and merchandise coordination as required.
• Plan, write, schedule and deliver day-to-day social media content across Nekton and affiliated channels (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, X, BlueSky, YouTube).
• Actively manage daily community engagement, responding to comments, direct messages and network news in a timely, tone-appropriate manner.
• Maintain brand voice and visual consistency across all platforms and sub-programmes.
• Produce visually engaging digital assets, including static posts, graphics and short-form vertical video (Reels) optimised for social channels.
• Create and maintain reusable design templates in Canva, managing organised folder structures and brand asset libraries for all programmes.
• Work with scientists, expedition teams and partners to translate complex marine science into accessible, captivating stories.
• Perform routine website updates and maintenance via the Content Management System (CMS) to keep news, blogs and project pages fresh and accurate.

Requirements

• Two years' experience in multi-channel social media content production and management.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in marketing, communications, digital media, environmental science or a related field.
• Proven track record in managing organic social media channels, creating short-form vertical video and building online communities.
• Proficiency in graphic design tools (particularly Canva) and basic video editing software.
• Experience with website Content Management Systems (CMS) and email marketing platforms (e.g. Mailchimp).
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deliverables, calendars and assets under tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently as a self-starter while collaborating within a multi-disciplinary team.

Preferred

• Experience working within marine conservation, ocean science or non-profit sectors.
• Basic understanding of paid social campaign setup and social analytics.
• Proficiency in French or Spanish to assist with multilingual content.