Content Creator (Volunteer)

Note that this is a volunteer position without any pay.
About Proximity Foundation
Proximity Foundation runs structured coding education programs for young people aged 14-18 at Community Care Institutions (CCIs). Using a computer-based LMS curriculum covering HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and SQL, we pair students with volunteer mentors in cohort-based sessions designed to build real technical skills and lasting confidence.
We are scaling from the first cohort to many cohorts within Mumbai and building the operational team that will carry this program forward. Every role in Proximity Foundation is a direct investment in the young people we serve.
Role Type : Volunteer
Time Commitment : 2-3 hrs. a week
Department : Communication & Outreach
Reports to : Communication & Outreach Lead
ROLE FOCUS
Supporting the content engine of Proximity Foundation. Create compelling, on-brand digital content — social media posts, impact stories, graphics, and program updates — that serves both the Communications & Outreach team's recruitment and visibility goals and the Partnership & Engagement team's donor and partner engagement needs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Content Creation for Comms & Outreach

Produce social media content (LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter/X) aligned with the communication calendar

Write impact stories and program updates showcasing student journeys and volunteer contributions

Create or source graphics, visuals, and templates aligned to Proximity Foundation's brand identity

Draft volunteer recruitment posts and outreach materials as directed by the Comm & Outreach Lead

Content Creation for Partnerships & Engagement

Produce content for donor briefings, partner introductions, and pitch materials — briefed by the Comm & Outreach Lead in coordination with the Partnership & Engagement Lead

Create one-pagers, impact summaries, or presentation assets as directed for specific donor or partner engagements

Ensure all partnership/donor-facing content is accurate, compelling, and approved before use

Process & Workflow

Submit all content drafts to the Communication & Outreach Lead for review before any publishing or sharing

Incorporate feedback promptly — do not publish or share independently

Maintain a shared, organised content library accessible to both the Comms and Partnerships teams

Follow the agreed content calendar and deliver to agreed deadlines

Reporting

Provide a weekly update to the Comm & Outreach Lead on content produced, pending approvals, and upcoming planned content

WHAT A TYPICAL WEEK LOOKS LIKE
You'll be creating and scheduling content, collaborating with the Partnerships Lead on what materials they need next, reviewing work from the other Content Creators of your team.
WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS
You'll build Proximity Foundation's voice from the ground up — and the materials you create will directly open doors to partnerships and funding that sustain the program.
HOW TO APPLY
To express interest in this role, please send a short note (no formal CV required) to:
Tell us a little about yourself, why this role appeals to you, and any relevant experience. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds — enthusiasm and reliability matter most.
Requirements
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Content writing | LinkedIn / Instagram | Figma/Canva / presentation design | Stakeholder communication | Content strategy | Brand Guidelines
Only those candidates can apply who are:

Can volunteer for 2-3 hrs a week without any pay/salary/stipend.

Have relevant skills and interests -Content Writing / Figma / Canva / Desgin / Content Strategy etc.

Driven by the social initiatives and want to make an impact in the lives of under-privileged students.

Women wanting to start/restart their career can also apply.

Benefits

BENEFITS

Certificate

Letter of recommendation

Flexible work hours

LinkedIn Recommendation

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