Social Media Assistant (Digital Rebellion – XR UK) – Volunteer

Extinction Rebellion is seeking a Social Media Assistant (Digital Rebellion – XR UK) to support climate action remotely. The role involves using social media skills to enhance XR's digital campaigns, create engaging content, and engage audiences. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in social media management and be proactive in a remote team setting. This volunteer position offers flexible hours and requires a computer and smartphone.
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Use your social media and digital content skills to support climate action from home. Join a national team expanding XR’s online reach through accessible, impactful digital campaigns.

Your work will help expand the reach and effectiveness of XR UK’s digital campaigns. By making online action more visible and accessible, you’ll empower more people to engage with the climate movement and contribute to systemic change—on their own terms and schedules.

What are we looking for? Essential

At least 3 years of professional experience in social media management, digital marketing, or content creation Confident using key platforms (Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter) Solid copywriting and visual communication skills Proactive, reliable, and comfortable working independently as part of a remote team Good time management and organisational skills Desirable

Experience with TikTok, Telegram, or scheduling tools like Chilli or Buffer Basic graphic design (e.g. Canva, Photoshop) or video editing skills Understanding of digital campaigning or grassroots organising Experience working with remote or volunteer teams About The Role Digital Rebellion is a team within XR UK focused on creating accessible, at-home digital actions for individuals and local groups. Our mission is to make it easier for people to participate in meaningful climate action—wherever they are.

We’re looking for two experienced social media professionals to help grow our online presence, create engaging digital content, and support movement-wide campaigns. You’ll work with our Social Media Coordinator and wider team to plan and publish content across key channels, amplify XR and partner-led digital actions, and improve engagement with new and diverse audiences.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in digital communications who’s passionate about using their skills to support environmental and social justice.

Key Responsibilities Collaborate with the social media team to post scheduled content across Facebook, Instagram, and X/Twitter Create and share digital content for campaigns, events, and digital action call-outs Engage with audiences online in a timely and consistent tone Help maintain a weekly content rota with support from the Social Media Coordinator Stay updated on XR UK and partner organisation events and campaigns Contribute ideas and research to enhance Digital Rebellion’s digital strategy Monitor platform activity and flag key trends or feedback Accessibility & Support Fully remote and flexible hours Zoom meetings with closed captions Access to a computer and smartphone required Support and onboarding provided by our Social Media Coordinator Learn More Digital Rebellion team mandate XR Organism Digital Rebellion Eligibility: Full-time, Fully remote. Apply through Extinction Rebellion. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Extinction Rebellion by 2x.

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