SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER, Open Learning, is responsible for leading and growing social media presence across platforms; and engaging a global audience of learners, educators, supporters, and collaborators. Reporting to the Associate Director for Communications, this role is accountable for social media performance and impact, and for creating, publishing, and iterating on original social content that supports Open Learning's goals and priorities. Will develop and execute a comprehensive social media strategy, in partnership with the Associate Director for Communications and the Director of Marketing, that is aligned with Open Learning's mission, brand, and organizational priorities and guided by clear goals for awareness, engagement, and growth; create and publish high-quality, platform-optimized content (copy, visuals, short-form video, etc.) that translates institutional priorities, goals, and course/program offerings into clear, cohesive social narratives; and manage day-to-day social media publishing, monitoring, and engagement to build brand credibility, encourage dialogue, and support an active, responsive presence across platforms.

Full job description here: https://openlearning.mit.edu/jobs

REQUIRED: Bachelor's degree; a minimum of five years of digital communications experience, including managing social media or digital content for an organization.

The Social Media Manager is required to work in person, on campus, in Cambridge, Massachusetts, two - three days per week.

Please submit a CV, cover letter, and samples of relevant social media or digital storytelling work and links to social media accounts you currently or previously managed.

5/13/2026