Interim Social Media Manager
hace 4 días
Sheffield
This exciting opportunity is for an Interim Social Media Manager to lead and manage social media strategies for a public sector organisation based in Sheffield. This role will work across the communications and marketing team to lead the planning, development and coordination of social content across varied time frames alongside managing workload from longer term planned content to urgent requests at short notice.\n\nClient Details\n\nThis public sector organisation plays a pivotal role in delivering services and initiatives to benefit communities. As a medium-sized organisation, it values innovation and strives to maintain a strong presence within its industry.\n\nDescription\n\nProvide strategic leadership for social media activity, embedding and championing best practice across all channels\nEnsure social media supports organisational priorities and delivery of the Communications Strategy\nLead planning and coordination of social content across short, medium and long-term timelines\nManage a dynamic workload, balancing planned campaigns with urgent requests\nAlign content to organisational priorities to maintain a consistent, proactive, and impactful pipeline\nMaintain high standards of quality, consistency, and accessibility across all social media content\nOversee adherence to brand, tone of voice, and accessibility guidelines\nEnsure communications are clear, inclusive, credible, and trusted\nUse audience insight to shape content and channel choices, focusing on diverse and hard-to-reach audiences\nApply sound judgement to maximise engagement, relevance, and impact\nProvide expert social media advice to senior leadership\nOversee the creation and publication of high-quality visual and multimedia content\nModel best practice and strengthen organisational capability\nCollaborate with internal teams and external partners (e.g. designers, videographers, agencies) to deliver integrated, high-quality content\nEnsure social media output is fully aligned with wider communications activity\nOversee approvals processes and risk management for social media channels\nEnsure accuracy, compliance, and proactive management of reputational, legal, and political risks\nParticipate in an out-of-hours social media rota\nDrive continuous improvement through trend monitoring, performance analysis, and innovation\nUse data and insight to optimise channels, campaigns, and value for money\nProvide leadership in a matrix environment by managing projects, coordinating resources, and supporting colleagues\nFoster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning\nManage allocated budgets effectively, ensuring efficient use of resources aligned to strategic priorities\nSupport inclusive growth, environmental sustainability, and organisational value-for-money commitments\nUndertake additional duties as required, including potential future line management responsibilitiesProfile\n\nA successful Interim Social Media Manager should have:\n\nStrong social media expertise, including creating high-quality visual and multimedia content\nExcellent visual judgement with ability to simplify complex information for non-specialist audiences\nIn-depth knowledge of digital communications best practice (audience insight, content planning, channel management, performance measurement)\nSkilled in using data and insights to improve impact and value for money\nExperience in political or public-facing environments with understanding of governance and reputation management\nDemonstrates sound judgement, accuracy, and sensitivity in high-profile contexts\nProven ability to build and maintain relationships with internal teams, senior stakeholders, and external partners\nStrong influencing, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to secure buy-in in complex environments\nExperience in leadership and collaborative working, including project management and supporting team performance\nLine management and performance management experience desirable\nStrong organisational, planning, and problem-solving skills\nAbility to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure\nExperience overseeing budgets\nApplies equality, diversity, health & safety, and accessibility considerations to communications activitiesJob Offer\n\nDaily rate equivalent £52,000.\nTemporary position offering flexibility and a chance to make a meaningful impact.\nOpportunity to work within the public sector and contribute to community-focused initiatives.\nBased in Sheffield.If you are ready to bring your expertise in social media management to this rewarding role in the public sector, apply now