Social Media & Campaign Volunteer

About EPIC

EPIC supports parents and works to strengthen youth mental health outcomes. We're currently running the "Back Parents. Back Youth Mental Health" campaign, calling on the Australian Government to permanently fund peer parent support as national infrastructure which is support that a 2023 Senate recommendation backed, but which remains unfunded three years on. As our advocacy work grows, we're looking for a volunteer to help elevate this campaign and build our voice and visibility on social media and in the public conversation.

About the Role

We're looking for someone who enjoys being active on social media and following current affairs to help elevate EPIC's campaign, grow its reach, and strengthen our case to government for funding. You'll help us stay visible, engage with the right conversations, and surface research and news that supports our advocacy.

Key Responsibilities

• Post regular updates for the "Back Parents. Back Youth Mental Health" campaign across EPIC's social media channels, including the petition, the community survey, and campaign hashtags (#backparents #youthmentalhealth #peerparentsupport)
• Engage with and comment on relevant posts from other organisations, journalists, politicians, and public figures active in parenting, youth mental health, and mental health policy
• Search for and share relevant research, articles, and news stories that support EPIC's campaign and strengthen our case to government
• Help track policy developments, political commentary, and public sentiment relevant to youth mental health and parent support funding

Skills & Experience

• Confident, experienced user of social media platforms (e.g. Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, X)
• Strong written communication skills, with an eye for tone and audience
• Comfortable researching and evaluating relevant articles, research, and policy/news developments
• Genuine passion for parenting and/or youth mental health issues
• Prior experience with advocacy, campaigns, or not-for-profit communications is preferred but not essential

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently with light check-ins
• Interested in current affairs and policy relevant to families and young people
• Reliable and consistent, even with a flexible schedule