Offer summary

Qualifications:

Interest in current affairs and news, strong written and oral communication skills, mature and self-motivated, ability to commit at least 10 hours a week, expertise in areas like operations, tech, HR, sustainability.

Key responsabilities:

Track/manage projects, conduct research, specialize in assigned area, collaborate with team members & CEO, ensure smooth volunteer experience for all

Job description

Special Assistant - CEO’s Office (Volunteer)

*Note: The following is an opportunity for flexible, part-time, volunteer work. Please DO NOT APPLY if you are only looking for paid employment. All positions are remote/ work-from-home. Highly motivated volunteers will be considered for the volunteer-to-compensation pipeline.

Are you a professional with a multitude of skills, interests, passions, and talents? Do you excel in nontraditional workplaces and collaborative work environments? Would you find it exciting to team up with smart and talented individuals committed to producing great journalism in the public interest? Can you commit (a minimum of) 10 hours a week to our mission, working remotely on your own schedule with our far-flung, diverse team?

WhoWhatWhy is seeking a volunteer, part-time Special Assistant to work directly with the Editor in Chief/CEO. Special Assistants juggle multiple projects, handle day-to-day tasks and work as a liaison between the organization’s leader and your area of assignment and/or expertise. It is an incredible opportunity to learn rapidly, challenge your creative problem-solving skills, and gain exposure to all aspects of a rapidly growing nonprofit.

WhoWhatWhy.org is a nonpartisan, agenda-free news organization. Not left-wing, not right-wing, not consensus-seeking, we report the truth, whatever it is. We approach each story with an open mind, boundless curiosity, and a willingness to dig deep beneath the surface — and don’t back away in the face of pressure from powerful institutions and groupthink.

We are a nonprofit. We are not funded by a zillionaire. We do not accept corporate ads. As such, we are only currently able to pay a small core team, as well as experienced professional freelancers — and rely primarily on skilled volunteers to fill out our growing organizational infrastructure.

Age does not matter. We have among us young students, vibrant retirees, and everything in between, from all walks of life.

Join us!

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].