Organization: AI Nexus for Black Innovators (AINBI)

Location: Remote, Canada

Time Commitment: 5–7 hours per week

Term: Six months

Position Type: Volunteer

Application Deadline: August 15, 2026

Website: https://ainbi.org/

About AINBI

AI Nexus for Black Innovators (AINBI) works to increase the participation, leadership, and visibility of Black communities in artificial intelligence, technology, innovation, and public policy.

We bring together students, professionals, researchers, entrepreneurs, community leaders, and partners to promote inclusive innovation, AI education, policy engagement, and opportunities for Black communities in Canada.

About the Role

AINBI is seeking a creative, organized, and dependable Volunteer Social Media Manager to help manage our social media platforms, promote our programs and events, and increase awareness of our work.

This is an entry-level opportunity for a student, recent graduate, early-career professional, newcomer, or community member who wants to gain practical experience in social media, communications, digital marketing, and nonprofit engagement.

Extensive professional experience is not required. Training, guidance, and support will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

The Volunteer Social Media Manager will:

• Help manage AINBI’s social media platforms, including LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and other relevant channels.
• Develop a simple monthly social media calendar.
• Create and schedule engaging social media posts.
• Promote AINBI programs, webinars, events, research, volunteer opportunities, and community activities.
• Write clear, professional, and engaging captions.
• Create simple graphics and promotional materials using Canva or similar tools.
• Share news and educational content related to artificial intelligence, innovation, technology, and Black communities.
• Support social media campaigns and public-awareness initiatives.
• Work with AINBI team members to collect information, photos, updates, and event details.
• Support live social media coverage during selected webinars and events.
• Track basic social media results, including reach, engagement, followers, and post performance.
• Prepare short monthly social media updates for AINBI leadership.
• Ensure that content follows AINBI’s branding, values, and communication style.
• Help keep AINBI’s online information accurate and up to date.

Who Should Apply

This opportunity may be a good fit for:

• College or university students
• Recent graduates
• Early-career professionals
• Newcomers seeking Canadian experience
• People changing careers
• Community volunteers interested in communications
• Individuals interested in artificial intelligence, innovation, or Black community development

Applicants may have a background or interest in:

• Social media
• Communications
• Marketing
• Public relations
• Journalism
• Graphic design
• Digital media
• Event promotion
• Community engagement
• Technology or artificial intelligence

Skills and Qualifications

We are looking for someone who has:

• Good written communication skills.
• Creativity and an interest in digital storytelling.
• Basic knowledge of social media platforms.
• The ability to write clear and engaging captions.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Good attention to detail.
• The ability to manage several small tasks and meet deadlines.
• The ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• A respectful, positive, and collaborative approach.
• An interest in artificial intelligence, technology, innovation, and Black communities.

Previous professional social media experience is not required.

Experience managing a school, community, personal, volunteer, or small-business social media account is an asset.

Helpful Tools

Experience with any of the following is helpful but not required:

• Canva
• LinkedIn
• Instagram
• Facebook
• Meta Business Suite
• Hootsuite, Buffer, or another scheduling platform
• Google Drive, Docs, and Sheets
• Microsoft Office
• Zoom
• Basic photo or video editing tools

What You Will Gain

This volunteer opportunity provides:

• Practical experience in social media management and digital communications.
• Experience creating content for a growing nonprofit organization.
• Opportunities to develop social media campaigns and event promotions.
• Experience using social media calendars, scheduling tools, and analytics.
• Training and support from AINBI leadership.
• Opportunities to build a professional content portfolio.
• Professional networking with people working in AI, technology, policy, and community development.
• The opportunity to strengthen your résumé and communication skills.
• A reference letter after successful completion of the volunteer term.
• Recognition for your contributions to AINBI’s work.

Time Commitment

The volunteer will contribute approximately 5–7 hours per week for six months.

The position is fully remote and offers flexible working hours. The volunteer will also attend occasional virtual team meetings, webinars, and events.

Equity and Inclusion

AINBI strongly encourages applications from Black students, recent graduates, newcomers, people with disabilities, and individuals who are underrepresented in technology, communications, and leadership roles.

Applicants do not need to meet every qualification. We value creativity, reliability, community knowledge, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are invited to submit:

• A current résumé
• A short cover letter explaining their interest in the position
• Two or three examples of social media posts, graphics, videos, school projects, or other communications work, where available

Applicants without a portfolio may submit a sample social media post they would create to promote an AINBI webinar or event.

Please send your résumé and cover letter to contact@ainbi.org with the subject line:

Volunteer Social Media Manager

Application deadline: August 15, 2026

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Join AINBI

This role is an opportunity to build practical social media and communications experience while helping AINBI increase the visibility of Black voices, leadership, and opportunities in artificial intelligence and innovation.