Volunteer Social Media Marketing Manager | Maiak Lighthouse Magazine

Lighthouse Magazine is looking for a volunteer Social Media Manager. If you’re creative, speak English, Ukraine-fliendly and want to support a meaningful Ukrainian media project, join us to help grow our presence on social media.

What difference will you make?

What you’ll gain Hands-on experience working in a socially driven media project Opportunity to contribute to building a modern, independent media platform A chance to explore topics like migration, inclusion, identity, displacement, and cultural heritage A supportive team that values your voice and creativity Space to develop your editorial sense and strategic thinking Potential for the role to become paid or partially paid as the magazine grows financially

What are we looking for?

Our ideal volunteer is someone who Is socially aware and empathetic, especially toward people with refugee or migration experiences Is passionate about using media to build understanding and shift narratives Feels connected to Ukraine or cares deeply about supporting those affected by the war Wants to explore and elevate topics around culture, identity, justice, and inclusion Is curious, collaborative, and motivated to learn by doing Believes in the importance of platforming unheard voices and stories

What will you be doing?

About the role Lighthouse Magazine is seeking a volunteer Social Media Manager to help amplify our presence online and connect with audiences who care about Ukraine, human rights, culture, and storytelling. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to support a meaningful mission, gain experience in media, or switch into a communications-related field. Key responsibilities Increase Lighthouse’s visibility across social media platforms Share links and highlights from newly published articles (1–2 posts per week) Create and maintain recurring content formats or rubrics Collaborate closely with the graphic designer and editor-in-chief Engage with the team to spot timely topics or news hooks Optional Publish Stories or videos on Instagram What we’re looking for Strong experience of how social media works and what engages people Good communication skills and copywriting ability Visual sense and appreciation for aesthetics in content Awareness of the context in and around Ukraine — no need to be an expert, just curious and open Conversational Ukrainian is not required — the editor-in-chief is happy to assist with language and context Ability to work independently and take initiative Comfortable working 4–5 hours per week on a flexible, remote basis About us Lighthouse Magazine is an independent online journal launched in August 2024, currently publishing in English and Ukrainian on Substack. We aim to share powerful stories that highlight unheard voices, fight misinformation, celebrate Ukrainian culture beyond clichés, and support people affected by war and displacement. If you care about people and stories, want to help shift narratives, and believe in the power of media to build understanding — we’d love to hear from you.