MyGov Seeks Applicants for Position of  Social Media Manager

MyGov which is a participatory governance initiative is seeking applications for the post of Social Media Manager. The applicants are required to be proficient in regional languages. The recruitment is being done to enhance citizen engagement and expand its reach across diverse linguistic communities. MyGov has been an open digital platform for citizens to exchange their ideas for good governance. It has bridged the gap between citizens and government. And, establishing a good social media interface in regional languages will help the initiative to impact all across the country in an inclusive manner.

The Social Media Manager will play a vital role in managing and overseeing the social media handles dedicated to Gujarati, Tamil, and Kannada, in addition to English and Hindi. Their responsibilities will include creating engaging and informative content, ensuring timely publication, and fostering a vibrant online community. The managers will be expected to exhibit creativity, rational thinking, and practical communication skills to convey the government's initiatives and policies effectively. 

Who can apply for the role of Social Media Manager?

Candidates applying for these positions should possess a strong command of the regional language they will be handling, along with proficiency in Hindi and English. Apart from that, other eligibility criteria are as follows:

• Graduation in any discipline, with experience in social media management and a strong command of the regional language.
• Certification or relevant experience in the respective regional language.
• A minimum of four years of work experience, including a minimum of two years in creative writing or social media management.

Here, preference will be given to those with certification or experience in the respective language. Successful candidates will be appointed at MyGov's headquarters. The initial employment period will be a three-month probationary period, during which their performance will be evaluated. MyGov reserves the right to offer a regular contract based on performance and the duration of the probationary period which may be adjusted at the organization's discretion.

Conclusion

In short, MyGov presents an exciting opportunity for those passionate about social media and who want to contribute to the government's initiative. Candidates will get a chance to share the journey of MyGov in fostering citizens' engagement, promoting good governance, and strengthening the communication between government and citizens through social media.

The article has been written by Punam Singh