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Job Location drjobs

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

$ 59755 - 74670

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

We have ambitious plans and we know the most critical step is building an incredible team that reflects the diverse fabric of our nation and embodies our values. Our team is made up of people who are equal parts dreamers and doers. We are people who care as much about how we achieve our goals as we do about the goals themselves. Our values drive our team and are instilled in the work this Foundation does every day. We are also committed to creating an anti-racist organization in order to do our part to help combat racism and inequity in all forms in communities across our nation and around the world. Read our full statement on anti-racism and equity here.

Purpose of Role

The Social Media Associate role supports the Obama Foundations digital storytelling efforts by helping to develop and execute a dynamic high-impact social media strategy. Working closely with the Social Media Manager this position is responsible for crafting original content amplifying diverse voices across the Foundations ecosystem and fostering meaningful engagement with online audiences.

Through strategic content creation community engagement and collaboration with internal and external partners this role helps ensure the Foundations values programs and impact are communicated effectively and authentically across social platforms. This is an exciting opportunity to help promote the Obama Presidential Center that is set to open on the South Side of Chicago in Summer 2026.

As the Social Media Associate youll be reporting directly to the Social Media Manager.

Core Job Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the Social Media Manager to develop and implement a strategic monthly social media plan aligned with the Foundations voice values and priorities.

  • Create original high-performing content tailored to various platforms that authentically represents the Foundation and the Obamas.

  • Coordinate content and messaging across the Foundations full social media ecosystem leveraging voices from initiatives such as the My Brothers Keeper Alliance the Girls Opportunity Alliance program participants and key stakeholders.

  • Identify compelling stories and produce optimized content that elevates community leadership in Chicago and globally showcases the Obama Presidential Center and highlights the impact of Foundation programs.

  • Use social media analytics tools to track performance identify trends and help shape data-informed content decisions.

  • Have a pulse on trending content and create real-time social posts that are fun but also relevant to the Foundations work in response.

  • Support the activation of digital surrogatesincluding alumni partners program participants and social media influencersto broaden the Foundations reach and engagement across platforms.

  • Lead day-to-day community management maintaining a consistent and thoughtful brand voice while fostering authentic two-way dialogue with audiences.

Required Qualifications

  • Previous experience managing and directly posting for high profile social media accounts with large audience preferred nonprofit or cultural institution experience is a plus.

  • Great team player willingness to collaborate with multiple departments.

  • Exceptional project manager who can effectively coordinate both short and long term projects while communicating effectively with others.

  • Working knowledge of social analytic software such as Sprout Social Google Analytics etc.

  • Exceptional writer with a track record of telling stories effectively through social media and engaging content.

  • Proven ability to balance multiple priorities without compromising quality.

The salary range for this role is between $59755 and $74670.

This is a hybrid role based at our Chicago office in Hyde Park.

Foundation Values

The Foundation Values are Courage Empathy Integrity Accountability Community Inclusivity Pragmatism Resilience Imagination and Hope.

Dont check off every box in the requirements listed above Please apply anyway! Studies have shown that marginalized communities - such as women LGBTQ and people of color - are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. The Obama Foundation is dedicated to building an inclusive diverse equitable and accessible workplace that fosters a sense of belonging so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to still consider submitting an application. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings!

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Foundation is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The Foundation does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex gender identity religion sexual orientation age disability parental status veteran status or any other protected status under applicable laws. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. If you are a qualified candidate with a disability please e-mail us at if you require a reasonable accommodation to complete this application.


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