Job Description

SecondMuse champions and supports the growth of future economies by designing and leading programs that involve workshops, events, mentorship networks, curriculum, and other efforts to build and grow community ecosystems. At the core of our community-sourced approach is a dedication to creating and fostering cohesive narratives and deep relationships throughout the ecosystem. We have organised innovation programs in over 100 countries and 250 cities, sourcing solutions from every corner of the world. Each program has challenged our teams to develop targeted approaches to find, and then support, visionary leaders with a diverse range of experiences, motivations and cultures. We invite you to help build with us--leverage our proven strategies to build strong communities and influence local, regional and global networks, and add your own contribution to our growing team and portfolio of programs.The Incubation Network is an impact-driven initiative that sources, supports and scales holistic innovative solutions to combat plastic pollution through strengthening entrepreneurial ecosystems with a diverse network of key partners.Part of a highly collaborative community of innovators, investors, partners and programs, The Incubation Network works together with industry players to tackle key barriers to address plastic leakage and advance a circular economy. This includes sourcing and supporting, to scaling early stage or pre-investment solutions, and connecting compatible ecosystem players to reinforce the value chain in waste management and recycling.Established in 2019, The Incubation Network is a partnership between non-profit organization, The Circulate Initiative and impact innovation company, SecondMuse.About SecondMuse StudioEvery program has a story. But, how do you get people to listen and connect to it? At SecondMuse Studio (in-house comms team @SecondMuse), we sit at the intersection of art and science - alway elevating our creativity, but remaining grounded by data and insights. We use market data to create thoughtful, audience-focused strategies. We deliver media, digital, and content experiences to help our programs build deep, meaningful communities. We're building a team of strategists, designers, writers, and marketers that are passionate about building a better world through our programs.The OpportunitySecondMuse is seeking a contract Communications Associate to support work on our program in South and Southeast Asia, The Incubation Network. The Incubation Network by The Circulate Initiative and SecondMuse is a program that supports early-stage entrepreneurs and innovations in waste management and recycling, so that they are adopted and scaled with investment.This contract role reports to our SecondMuse Studio team that leads on marketing and communications for the whole company and across programs. The Communications Associate will work primarily with the The Incubation Network to support communications on multiple programs and be embedded in the program teams to stay up to date on all of the program initiatives, milestones, and needs.The ideal candidate has good execution skills, a self-driven and high-energy individual who is result oriented and self-directed, with experience in Social Media Management, SEO Content Writing/Optimisation including work or school-related projects.Essential Functions

• Lead/Execute SEO content optimisation strategy for website
• Support the day to day operations and content calendars of public-facing channels including website, newsletter, blogs and social media
• Support promotion of ongoing activities and programs on social media channels
• Priority: Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter

• Support content production including social graphics, copywriting for internal and external reports, creative briefs, presentations, blogs and thought leadership (Experience with Canva required)

Day to day / Ad-hoc basis:

• Proofread and revise communications content as necessary (blogs, articles, briefs etc.)
• Support close communications with program teams to understand program updates, milestones and objectives
• Ensure standard and consistency in all program-related communications materials and deliverables
• Support SecondMuse Studio in the development of program-related communication plans
• Support Studio in partnership and client management for communications

Requirements

• Fluent in English with strong verbal and written skills
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• An effective problem solver with strong project management experience
• Possess experience in leading at least 1 campaign from conception to implementation is a must
• Ability to effectively manage client relationships and attentive to client needs
• Experience and openness to working with diverse range of people and teams
• Comfortable working across multiple teams and thrive in a collaborative work environment

Work EnvironmentThis is a 1 year contract position with possibility of extension. This role requires working flexible hours across different time zones and occasionally on weekends. This contract role will be based remotely in Singapore. On a weekly basis, you may be asked to work from the office.Education and ExperienceExperience comes in many different forms. At SecondMuse we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive community of individuals with a wide range of backgrounds. As guidance, we prefer the candidate to have at least a Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations, Mass Communications, Media Studies, Journalism or any communications-related disciplines with 1 year of experience in corporate communications or marketing communications fields. Experience in public or private sectors, preferably in PR agencies, non-profit, sustainability or technology organisations highly preferred.To ApplyPlease send your resume with a cover letter via 'Apply for this job' or Workable.Thank you for your interest in joining our team and taking the time to apply for this position. While we are excited to receive your application, we are unable to respond to every applicant. Hence, only shortlisted candidates will be notified.SecondMuse provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We strongly encourage applications from women and people of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity and expression and sexual characteristics.Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Contract length: 12 monthsSalary: $1.00 - $3,000.00 per monthBenefits:

• Additional leave
• Employee assistance programme
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development
• Promotion to permanent employee
• Unlimited paid time off
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Flexible hours
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Social media management: 1 year (Preferred)
• SEO tools: 1 year (Preferred)

Application Deadline: 20/06/2022
Expected Start Date: 01/07/2022