Application Guide
How to Apply for Communications & Social Media Coordinator
at 30Rights
🏢 About 30Rights
30Rights is a new human rights advocacy and grantmaking organization that defends the rights of women and marginalized populations, combining Texas-based policy advocacy with international grassroots support. As a startup preparing for its public launch, it offers a rare chance to shape the voice and strategy of a mission-driven organization from the ground up. Working here means directly contributing to cross-border learning and stronger advocacy strategies.
About This Role
As the Communications & Social Media Coordinator, you'll be the primary voice on 30Rights' social media channels, creating and managing content that amplifies their advocacy and grantmaking work. You'll work closely with the Founder & Executive Director, helping to build the organization's public presence ahead of its launch. This part-time, remote role (15 hours/week) is perfect for an early-career communicator eager to take on meaningful responsibility and grow with the organization.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day might involve drafting and scheduling social media posts, engaging with followers, and brainstorming content ideas with the Founder. You could also spend time researching relevant news and policy updates to inform your posts, and analyzing engagement metrics to refine strategy. As the organization grows, you might assist with other communications tasks like drafting newsletters or press releases.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who 30Rights Is Looking For
- Early-career communications professional with a strong interest in human rights, social justice, and advocacy.
- Based in Texas (required) with a deep understanding of the local policy and social landscape.
- Creative and self-directed, able to develop social media strategies and content calendars with minimal supervision.
- Excellent writing and editing skills, with the ability to adapt tone for different platforms and audiences.
- Comfortable working remotely and collaborating closely with a founder in a startup environment.
📝 Tips for Applying to 30Rights
Highlight your Texas roots and any experience with Texas-based advocacy or community organizing, as the role requires Texas residency and focuses on Texas policy.
Showcase your social media portfolio: include links to accounts you've managed and specific examples of content you've created that drove engagement.
Demonstrate your ability to work independently and take initiative, since you'll be the primary social media manager with minimal oversight.
Express genuine interest in 30Rights' dual focus on Texas policy and international grantmaking, and explain how your values align with their mission.
Address the part-time nature of the role and your availability, emphasizing your flexibility and capacity to grow with the organization.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
["Your connection to Texas and passion for advancing women's and marginalized populations' rights in the state.", "Specific examples of social media campaigns or content you've developed, including metrics or outcomes.", 'Your ability to work autonomously and collaborate with a founder, highlighting any startup or small-team experience.', 'Your enthusiasm for shaping the voice of a new organization and growing with it as it expands.']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Explore 30Rights' website and any available press or social media to understand their mission, focus areas, and upcoming launch plans.
- → Research current human rights issues in Texas, especially those affecting women and marginalized communities, to speak knowledgeably about the context.
- → Look into the Founder & Executive Director's background and public statements to understand their vision and communication style.
- → Familiarize yourself with other human rights organizations' social media strategies to bring fresh ideas to the table.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn't mention 30Rights or the specific Texas/international focus of the role.
- Failing to provide concrete examples of social media content you've created or managed.
- Not addressing the part-time, remote nature of the role or your ability to work independently, which could raise doubts about your fit.
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
Congratulations!