Social Media & Communications Coordinator at Halton… · Oakville

About Halton Environmental Network

Halton Environmental Network (HEN) is a community-focused environmental organization dedicated to advancing sustainability, environmental education, and climate action throughout Halton Region.

Through initiatives such as community gardens, urban food forests, environmental workshops, youth engagement, and our Generation Green program, we empower residents and communities to take meaningful environmental action.

We're looking for a creative, enthusiastic, and environmentally conscious volunteer to help us share our work, engage our community, and expand our digital presence!

About the Role

As our Volunteer Social Media & Communications Coordinator, you'll help HEN strengthen its online presence and share the stories behind our environmental initiatives.

Working collaboratively with our team, you'll support the development, organization, and publication of engaging social media content that showcases our programs, celebrates community achievements, and encourages environmental participation.

This is an excellent opportunity for students, recent graduates, or individuals interested in gaining practical experience in digital marketing, communications, environmental advocacy, or nonprofit operations.

Key Responsibilities

Social Media Content Creation

• Create engaging posts, graphics, captions, and stories for HEN's social media channels.
• Design visually appealing content using Canva or similar tools.
• Help promote community events, workshops, volunteer opportunities, and environmental initiatives.
• Highlight program successes, community partnerships, volunteer contributions, and environmental achievements.
• Assist in developing educational content on sustainability, biodiversity, climate action, and related environmental topics.

Social Media Management & Planning

• Assist with maintaining and organizing a social media content calendar.
• Help schedule and publish approved content across HEN's platforms.
• Support consistent branding, messaging, and visual identity.
• Identify relevant environmental awareness days, community events, and opportunities for engagement.
• Contribute creative ideas for campaigns and community outreach.

Community Engagement & Communications

• Help encourage community participation through social media.
• Support the promotion of HEN's programs, fundraising initiatives, and volunteer opportunities.
• Assist with monitoring social media engagement and identifying questions requiring staff follow-up.
• Collaborate with HEN staff to gather program updates, photos, stories, and promotional materials.
• Help track basic social media performance, including reach, engagement, and audience growth.

Qualifications & Skills

We're looking for someone who is:

• Creative, enthusiastic, and interested in environmental sustainability.
• Comfortable using social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
• Familiar with Canva or interested in learning graphic design tools.
• A strong communicator with good writing and editing skills.
• Organized, dependable, and able to manage tasks independently.
• Comfortable collaborating remotely with a small nonprofit team.

Assets (Not Required):

• Experience with social media management or digital marketing platforms such as Meta business suite, Linktree and/or Mailchimp.
• Photography, videography, or short-form video editing skills.
• Familiarity with social media scheduling tools and content calendars.
• Knowledge of environmental issues, sustainability, or community engagement.
• Experience with nonprofit organizations, community-based initiatives, and/or volunteer initiatives.

Previous professional experience is not required! We welcome applicants who are eager to learn, contribute their creativity, and develop new skills.

What You'll Gain

• Practical experience in social media management, communications, and nonprofit marketing.
• Opportunities to develop a portfolio of published content and creative campaigns.
• Experience promoting environmental programs and community initiatives.
• Opportunities to collaborate with environmental professionals and community partners.
• Professional references based on demonstrated involvement and performance.
• Flexible volunteer hours that can accommodate school, work, and other commitments.
• The satisfaction of helping advance environmental education and sustainability in Halton Region.

Time Commitment & Work Arrangement

This is a flexible, primarily remote volunteer opportunity requiring approximately 5-10 hours per week.

Occasional opportunities to attend community events, workshops, or environmental initiatives in Halton Region may be available, but are not required.

We welcome volunteers interested in making a consistent contribution over several months.

How to Apply

Interested in using your creativity to make a positive environmental impact?

Please send a brief introduction explaining your interest in the position, along with your resume and any relevant examples of social media content, graphic design, or communications work (if available), to:

robyn@haltonenvironment.ca and kayne@haltonenvironment.ca

Email Subject: Volunteer Application – Social Media & Communications Assistant

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Join Halton Environmental Network and help us inspire meaningful environmental action, one post at a time!

Halton Environmental Network welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming volunteer environment.

Expected hours: 5.0 – 10.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Oakville, ON L6L 2G6