Special Assistant (Volunteer)

Qualifications

• Interest in and knowledge of current affairs and news
• Excellent written communication and oral presentation abilities
• Maturity, accuracy, confidence, focus, high level of organizational capability, self-motivation, curiosity
• Minimum commitment of 10 hours per week
• Have special knowledge/expertise in any of the following areas:
• Operations, process, structures
• Tech, applications, UX
• Administrative Operations
• HR, proactive recruiting, talent development
• Sustainability, business continuity, scalability, growth

Responsibilities

• Track and manage projects and tasks
• Conduct research
• Specialize in your area of interest, be it editorial, development, administration, etc, while handling everything that needs to be done
• Collaborate with and support other members of the Special Assistant team/CEO’s Office
• Do your best to make everyone’s volunteer experience meaningful and seamless (answering questions, helping get in touch with team members, filling-in when people are absent or on vacation)

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 be expected to attend your department’s recurring meetings.
• Beyond this, you will work on your own schedule.
• We ask for a minimum commitment of 6 months for at least 10 hours a week.
• Because our team is spread throughout the world, we rely on a combination of Slack, email, and conference calls, and expect everyone to be responsive in a timely manner.

To Apply

• We will not review applications that appear to be mass submissions.
• 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 [email protected].

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