Who are we?

Plus 61j is a balanced, contemporary, bold publication established in April 2015 which focuses on Israel and the Palestinians, the Middle East region and also on issues of more general interest or concern in the Jewish world with a strong focus on social justice.

Main responsibilities

• Writing and publishing all social media content (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) on a regular schedule using a content management system, and promoting content through paid ads where relevant.
• Develop partnerships with other media outlets to facilitate reciprocal content sharing
• Moderate existing Facebook page.
• Create and moderate a closed Facebook group specifically for discussing +61J content
• Develop partnerships across a variety of networks to expose +61J content to a more diverse readership and increase newsletter subscriptions — i.e. running events/contests/giveaways with relevant cultural/religious organisations.
• Promote content through paid google ads where relevant.
• Advising editors on SEO best practices, so that all aspects of the publication—from headlines, articles, newsletter content, and social media posts—are optimised for search results.

The job

• The role will be for the equivalent of 3 days a week, with hours and workflow to be negotiated. The successful applicant will be expected to be available to work throughout the week.
• The successful applicant will have familiarity with the Jewish community, both politically and culturally.
• The person will work closely with the editorial team, involving a regular weekly report.
• A set of KPIs will be jointly negotiated with the successful applicant

Essential

• A current CV
• The names of two referees

Salary

• Details available on request