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Although our organization is proudly powered by an incredible army of volunteers—the true backbone of everything we do—we also rely on paid roles to keep our operations running smoothly. Sometimes, these positions may be part-time to fill an operational need or funded through a grant to permit us to deliver specific programs or activities.

Whenever we’re hiring, you’ll find these opportunities listed below.

Social Media Coordinator

The Ottawa Tool Library (OTL) is seeking a creative, organized and community-minded Social Media Coordinator to help share our story, promote our services, and engage our community online.

This role is ideal for someone who loves crafting engaging social content, understands how different platforms work, and is excited about community-building, the circular economy, and environmental sustainability.

This ultra part-time position will start immediately and take approximately 5 hours of your time per week. The successful candidate can work remotely but will also have to occasionally attend some events or meetings in person. They will work closely with and report to the Executive Director of the OTL and need to be able to work from their own laptop and phone.

Position Details
  • Start date: As soon as possible
  • Pay rate: $21-23/hr based on experience
  • Hours: Approx. 5 hrs/wk
    (possible increase in future)
  • Location: Primarily remote; occasional in-person attendance at events/meetings in Ottawa

Job Responsibilities

Social Media
  • Create, schedule, and publish engaging social media content for Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn
  • Manage OTL’s social media presence across all platforms, ensuring consistent brand voice and messaging
  • Monitor and respond to comments and messages in a timely and professional manner
  • Maintain and manage a social media content calendar
Email Communications
  • Create content for OTL’s monthly email newsletter
  • Design, format, and schedule newsletters using Mailchimp
Community & Events
  • From time to time, attend OTL events or meetings in person to capture content/photos or support communications needs

Qualifications & Experience

Required
  • Demonstrated experience managing social media accounts in a professional or organizational setting
  • Familiarity using AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT)
  • Solid experience with Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn
  • Experience with using scheduling tools (e.g. Meta Business Suite)
  • Basic graphic design or content creation skills (e.g. Canva)
  • Very well versed in creating and sending email newsletters using Mailchimp
  • Strong writing and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines
Assets
  • Interest in community organizations, tools, DIY, sustainability, and the circular economy
  • Experience working with volunteer-powered non-profit organizations
What We’re Looking For
  • A motivated self-starter who sees opportunities and takes initiative
  • A creative thinker with an eye for engaging content and attention to detail
  • A reliable communicator who enjoys working collaboratively
  • Someone who shares OTL’s values of community, accessibility, and sustainability

How to Apply

Please send a cover letter explaining why you’re interested in the role, some samples of created content for another employer or organization, and your resume to: info@ottawatoollibrary.com

The Ottawa Tool Library is committed to an equitable and inclusive hiring process. We recognize systemic barriers to employment and strongly encourage applications from women, people of colour, Indigenous peoples, trans and non-binary people, people with visible and invisible disabilities, and others who may contribute to the diversity of our team and ideas.

Everyone is thanked for applying; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.