We are looking for a creative, proactive Social Media Manager to tell the stories of 1991, our programmes and founders through engaging content.
About us
1991 is a Venture Capital Fund and Accelerator that backs early-stage startup founders and helps to fulfill their potential through growth and funding opportunities. 1991 Accelerator prepares high-potential, early-stage founders for global expansion and fundraising through its equity-free investment readiness programs. Since 2022, 1991 Accelerator alumni have collectively raised over $60 million.
Over the past 10 years, we’ve run 40+ programs supporting 250+ startups, 30% of which secured further investment.
Your responsibilities will include
- Create social media content in Ukrainian and English for Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook, adapting copy and formats to each platform
- Film and edit short videos, including interviews, Reels and event coverage for social media
- Prepare and launch email campaigns, including newsletters, programme announcements and event invitations
- Develop and maintain content calendars aligned with programme timelines and communications priorities
- Create visuals and brief designers on materials that require design support
- Update content on the 1991 website and programme websites, including programme information, news, events and results
- Engage with the 1991 community: respond to comments and messages, share updates and encourage conversations
- Work with information partners to distribute announcements, coordinate cross-posting and track publications
- Launch and optimise paid campaigns on Meta and LinkedIn, monitoring budgets and results
- Prepare regular reports on social media, email campaigns and advertising performance
This role is a match if you
- Have 3+ years of experience in social media management, with a portfolio of channels or campaigns you’ve managed
- Write clearly in Ukrainian and English, adapting your copy to the brand’s tone of voice
- Understand how Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook work, including content formats, paid social campaigns and audience engagement
- Know how to use AI tools for content creation and critically review their output
- Can manage the full content workflow, from planning and briefs to approvals and publication
- Have experience creating basic visuals and editing short videos using Figma, CapCut or similar tools
- Can use Meta Business Suite to track performance
- Can manage several programme timelines, coordinate with contributors and meet deadlines
- Pay attention to detail and take responsibility for the accuracy of published content
- Are curious about startups, technology and venture capital, and willing to learn how the ecosystem works
It would be a plus if you have experience with startup or international programmes, email marketing or communications involving several partner organisations.
We offer
- A chance to join one of the most exciting teams in Ukraine’s startup ecosystem
- Work with top-tier partners (EBRD, UK government, Google and others)
- Involvement in meaningful projects that support Ukraine’s innovation economy
- Full-time, hybrid work format
- Office space at Kooperativ
