Social Media Associate

Organization Overview and Mission Statement

The Ruderman Family Foundation believes that inclusion and understanding of all people is essential to a fair and flourishing community. Guided by our Jewish values, we support effective programs, innovative partnerships, and a dynamic approach to philanthropy in our core areas of interest: advocating for and advancing awareness and reducing the stigma associated with mental health among young adults; fostering a more nuanced understanding of the American Jewish community among Israeli leaders; and modeling the practice of strategic philanthropy worldwide. The Foundation provides funding, leadership, expertise, and insight in both the U.S. and Israel. 

The work of the Ruderman Family Foundation reflects our core values of social justice, innovation, collaboration, and agility. We seek to publicize broadly what we do in our programs and how we do it, in order to inspire full inclusion and to encourage strategic philanthropy.

The Foundation is deeply involved in advocacy and speaks out publicly against injustices, which is why we are cited and mentioned in nation-wide media outlets on a weekly basis. Furthermore, our Ruderman White Papers are on the forefront of bringing previously undiscussed issues to the national conversation and to the public consciousness.

The Foundation maintains close working relationships with its program partners and grantees. Unlike some other foundations, it does not accept unsolicited applications for support. The Foundation issues an invitation to partner only after a thorough analysis indicates shared vision, innovation, organizational strength, and a willingness to closely collaborate. It seeks out other major funders with which to partner and promotes broad information sharing about successes in its mission. Foundation staff are very involved in program development and remain very involved in major programs funded over multiple years. Single-year and pilot programs are also thoroughly monitored. 

Role and Responsibilities

The Ruderman Family Foundation is seeking a dynamic, experienced, and mission-driven Social Media Associate to amplify the Foundation’s impactful work through its social media platforms. This role offers a unique opportunity to build on the Foundation’s strong legacy while driving growth and innovation of its branding and digital presence. Reporting directly to the U.S. Deputy Director, the Social Media Associate will lead and execute strategies that elevate the Foundation’s brand, craft compelling content that resonates with diverse audiences, and strengthen community engagement across all platforms.

Content Creating & Oversight

• Develop compelling, high-quality content including copy, visuals, and videos that resonates with target audiences and drives engagement across all platforms in collaboration with staff and senior leadership.
• Write and edit blogs, newsletters, media materials, and stories that promote the Foundation’s mission.
• Design and maintain a strategic content calendar, providing creative recommendations for multimedia production including video and other formats to enhance audience engagement and brand storytelling.
• Plan and oversee a social and blog calendar, including detailed project timelines and approval workflows to ensure consistent, timely content delivery.

Social Media Strategy & Execution

• Create and maintain all relevant social media accounts, ensuring consistent branding and messaging.
• Build and implement social media campaigns to support Foundation initiatives.
• Drive growth in followers and engagement across platforms.
• Serve as an advocate for the organization in social spaces, engage in dialogue, manage communities, answer questions, and seed content where appropriate.
• Monitor mentions, respond to comments/messages, and foster meaningful interactions with followers.

Research, Trends & Optimization

• Research audience preferences and stay ahead of social media trends to ensure relevance and impact.
• Monitor and adapt to evolving social media platform features, algorithms, and best practices to ensure optimal performance and effectiveness across all channels.
• Leverage social data and analytics to identify trends, extract actionable insights, and apply best practices to continuously refine and optimize social media strategies for maximum impact.

Analytics & Reporting

•  Track and analyze social media performance, website traffic, and SEO metrics.
•  Prepare bi-weekly data analysis reports and use insights to optimize strategies.

Special Projects & Coordination

• Oversee and maintain Wikipedia pages IMDb profiles to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Manage and work with consultants on marketing, promotion, and targeting strategies ensuring deliverables and deadlines are met.
• Coordinate with Foundation management on social media budgets and planning.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

•  5–7 years of proven work experience managing social media platforms, handling multiple accounts for an agency, Foundation, or corporate organization.
•  Bachelor's degree in Marketing, New Media, Cinema, Screenwriting, Literature, Journalism, or a related field of study.
• Strong understanding and knowledge of New Media trends and digital communication strategies.
• Proficiency in major social media platforms and analytics tools, with a track record of driving engagement and growth.
• Hands-on experience with SEO strategies and managing promotional campaigns.
• Experience in managing external consultants and coordinating cross-functional teams.
• Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.

Preferred Skills

•  Excellent written communication skills.
• Strong writing experience for social media, websites, and blogging with demonstrated ability to write interesting social media content.
• Project management experience is a plus.
• Graphic design and editing skills (Adobe Photoshop, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Highly motivated self-starter with a willingness to learn and a strong desire to succeed.
• Creative mindset with attention to detail.
• Comprehensive knowledge of major social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, and YouTube as well as content-driven sites like Wikipedia and IMDb.
• Proficiency with social media scheduling and analytics tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer for scheduling; Google Analytics, Sprout Social for performance tracking and insights).
• Ability to deliver creative content in text, image, and video formats.
• Strong multitasking and analytical skills.
• Passion for the mission and alignment with organizational vision.
• Fluency in Adobe Suite and other graphic design software is a plus.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, small-office environment.

Personal traits

• Demonstrates loyalty, honesty, adaptability, and integrity in all professional interactions.
• Exercises sound judgment and discretion, particularly when handling sensitive or confidential matters.
• Communicates openly and respectfully with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Applies a strong sense of practicality and common sense to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Is naturally charismatic and personable, with the ability to build positive relationships and represent the organization with warmth and professionalism.

Location

We are seeking candidates ideally based in the Boston area or elsewhere in Massachusetts, though applicants located across the East Coast of the United States are also encouraged to apply.

This position may involve occasional travel to Boston for team meetings and special projects.

Benefits

The salary range for this position is $75,000–$80,000 annually. Benefits include employer subsidized healthcare, HSA plan, vision plan, and dental plan; short- and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match; paid time off including most Jewish Holidays in addition to Federal holidays; and professional development opportunities.

Contact Information

To apply for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter to Jaime Lopez, Administrative and Operations Manager, at jaime@rudermanfoundation.org. We kindly request that all communication regarding this position be conducted via email. When sending your application, please use “Application for Social Media Associate” as your email subject line.

We look forward to receiving your application and are excited about the prospect of working with you!

Thank you for your interest in joining our team.