Company Description Multilingual Australia is a not-for-profit organisation that has been supporting people from diverse linguistic backgrounds since 2002.

Multilingual Australia promotes the benefits of multilingualism for individuals and society, helping people overcome barriers through Advocacy, Connection and Education.

Originally known as Bilingual Families Perth, we originally focused on families with young children, however, now we serve community members, organisations and companies, and advocate for an Australia where Multilingualism in the norm.

Through online platforms, community initiatives, and educational resources, Multilingual Australia fosters connections across cultures and enriches lives through the power of multilingualism.

Role Description The Social Media Strategist is a volunteer role responsible for shaping and executing Multilingual Australia’s social media presence across key platforms. This role involves planning and scheduling posts, developing content themes that align with the organisation’s mission, and optimising engagement through thoughtful storytelling and community interaction.

The Social Media Strategist will monitor social media trends, respond to comments and messages, and collaborate with the team to promote events, resources, and campaigns that support multilingual communities. This role also includes tracking basic performance metrics, suggesting improvements for outreach and visibility,



and ensuring that all digital communication reflects inclusive, culturally sensitive messaging.

You'll be joining a high-level team of professionals who are tasked with delivering the organisation's Strategic Plan 2026-2031.

Qualifications

- Ability to develop and implement effective Social Media Marketing and Social Media Optimisation (SMO) strategies.
- Strong Communication skills and experience in Public Relations or community engagement.
- Proficiency in Content Strategy, including planning, organising, and adapting content for different audiences and platforms.
- Familiarity with major social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) and basic analytics or insights tools.
- Demonstrated commitment to inclusion, cultural sensitivity, and respect for diverse linguistic backgrounds.
- Excellent written English; additional language skills are highly valued.
- Ability to work independently in a remote workplace, manage time effectively, and collaborate with a volunteer team.
- Previous experience in digital communications, community organisations, or non-profit settings is an advantage but not required.

Time Commitment

This role will require about 2-4 hours a week, depending on the Strategy - you will be working with a small social media team across the country.

Please apply with a small intro letter as to why you would like to join our organisation and include a short resume.

This position closes on November 6th, unless filled prior.

📌 Social Media Strategist (Australia)
🏢 Multilingual Australia
📍 Australia