Social Media and Outreach Coordinator

Lost Valley is a nonprofit bioregional learning center that educates youth and adults in the practical application of sustainable living skills. Lost Valley is also a 35-year-old intentional community practicing cooperative ecological living. Our mission is reflected in three core focus areas: 

• Offering holistic education, where individuals learn about non-hierarchical community governance, ecological stewardship, and regenerative farming
• Modeling sustainable practices, serving as a regional and national example in permaculture, habitat restoration, and regenerative community development
• Providing access to land and affordable housing for low-income and historically underserved individuals to engage in regenerative livelihoods.
  

Lost Valley Education Center is seeking a passionate and creative Social Media and Outreach Coordinator to enhance our online presence, engage our community, and support our mission to educate youth and adults in the practical application of sustainable living skills. This role will be responsible for content creation, social media management, outreach, digital marketing, and the development and execution of a strategic social media plan. The ideal candidate has experience using Flodesk, Canva, Loomly, Google Ads, Squarespace, and social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn) to create engaging content and grow our audience. Additionally, candidates should have knowledge of permaculture, sustainable living, intentional communities, conservation, and regenerative livelihoods to create relevant and educational materials.

• Develop, schedule, and manage social media content across Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn using Loomly.
• Design visually compelling posts, infographics, and reels using Canva and other graphic design tools.
• Create and edit engaging video content for reels and stories to increase audience engagement.
• Develop educational content focused on permaculture, communities, land stewardship, and regenerative livelihoods.
• Monitor, respond to, and engage with followers to build community and drive interaction.
• Track and analyze social media metrics to measure effectiveness and optimize strategy.

• Develop and manage paid advertising campaigns on Google, Facebook, and Instagram to increase reach and engagement.
• Be proficient in Squarespace to design and update Lost Valley’s website to ensure a professional and engaging online presence.
• Maintain and improve website functionality, navigation, and accessibility.
• Utilize SEO and social media best practices to enhance visibility and engagement.

• Write and design newsletters using Flodesk to communicate with supporters and promote events, programs, and fundraising campaigns.
• Maintain and grow email subscriber list.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure outreach efforts align with organizational goals.
• Support fundraising efforts by creating compelling digital campaigns and donor engagement strategies.

• Work closely with internal departments to develop promotional strategies for educational programs, workshops, and events.
• Create event marketing materials and social media campaigns to maximize participation and awareness.
  

• Knowledge and passion for permaculture, sustainable living, intentional communities, conservation, and regenerative livelihoods.
• Passion for social media management, digital marketing, and outreach, preferably in a nonprofit setting.
• Skill in graphic design & video editing.
• Knowledge of SEO and website management.
• Proficiency in Squarespace, Flodesk, Canva, Loomly, and major social media platforms.
• Expertise with Google Ads, Facebook Ads Manager, and Instagram Ads.
• Strong copywriting, storytelling and interviewing skills
• Ability to analyze engagement metrics and adjust strategies accordingly.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  

• Hourly rate: $17/hour for 10 hours per week. Housing compensation also provided for the right candidate, should they be invited to live at Lost Valley.
• Free access to Lost Valley learning opportunities and events, discounts on Lost Valley courses
• Access to Lost Valley nature trails and camping on 87 acres of oak woodland, camas meadow, and regenerating forest
• Unique work environment supporting a non-profit bioregional learning center and ecovillage
• Flexible work environment (remote/hybrid options available).
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact through increasing awareness about transformational environmental education and ecological living.