Editorial Manager (Volunteer)

Responsibilities

• Manage the editorial team to ensure news production happens on time, accurately, and to the best of our editorial ability.
• Analyze our current editorial processes, identify weaknesses, and build systems to help the newsroom run more smoothly.
• Define complicated tasks, set deadlines, and delegate work while keeping our "big picture" in mind.
• Collaborate with the Marketing/Branding, Creative, and Operations departments on consistent messaging throughout the organization.
• Work to continuously raise the level of quality and productivity throughout the editorial department.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Proven experience in management and operation of complex editorial structures and processes.
• The ability to define and delegate tasks while motivating others.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• The patience to monitor multiple individuals, projects, and processes.

Perks

• Channel your passion in a stimulating environment.
• Learn the nuts and bolts of nonprofit operations in an up-and-coming organization.
• Develop new skills and gain valuable experience that can enhance your professional trajectory.
• Do amazing work on a flexible, part-time basis.
• Have fun while you make a difference.

Expectations

• You will work remotely and on your own schedule.
• We also ask for a minimum commitment of 10-15 hours a week (though doing more is not discouraged).
• Because our staff is spread throughout the world, we communicate mostly through Slack and email, and team members are requested to be highly responsive in a timely manner.

How to Apply

To apply, send your resume and a customized cover letter, making clear you are familiar with our mission and work. You should confirm your understanding that this is a volunteer position. If there is no option to attach a cover letter, please send a cover letter to hr@whowhatwhy.org. Please note that response emails from us sometimes end up in spam folders; don’t forget to check them.