Senior Communications Specialist (Volunteer)

Note: The following is an opportunity for flexible, part-time, volunteer work.

Please DOnNOT APPLY if you are only looking for paid employment.

*This is a remote-from-homenposition.

*Minimum 6 months commitment required.n n Are you an experienced internal communications professional with a passion for communicationnand change management?

Are you passionate about making a difference?

Are you excited aboutnthe opportunity to work with smart and talented individuals and interested in writing, editing, andnproducing engaging content for internal audiences?

Can you commit a minimum of 10-15 hoursna week, working remotely on your own schedule with our remote team?nThe nonprofit news organization WhoWhatWhy is looking for a Senior CommunicationsnSpecialist who is a curious, intuitive, and self-motivated communications professional to join ournInternal Communications and Change Management team.

This individual will report to thenOperations Manager, Internal Communications and Change Management and will work acrossnall WhoWhatWhy departments to impact team members’ internal communications andnengagement.

This individual will play a key role in developing and implementing ancommunications strategy, and be responsible for helping to define and implementncommunications internally using a variety of delivery platforms, in partnership with seniornoperations managers and executive leaders.n n Who We Aren n Before you decide to apply, make sure the WhoWhatWhy mission resonates with you.

Check outn whowhatwhy.org.

You’ll quickly see that we’re a credible response to the raging debate overnwhether the news is “fake” or not, publishing agenda-free research and brazenly fresh analysis.nAt WhoWhatWhy, we approach each story with an open mind, boundless curiosity, and anwillingness to dig deep and ask hard questions.

We believe that this is the essence of truenjournalism.nBecause we’re straight to the point, we make clear that, as a nonprofit with a very limited budgetnthat accepts no advertising, we are staffed principally by volunteers
– skilled volunteers.nHowever, we do have big ambitions, which is why we’re seeking an experienced OperationsnCommunications Specialist who will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation andneffective communication within the entire organization.

If this sounds like you
– then we’d likento hear from you.n n Responsibilitiesn Write and distribute organization-wide communications and announcements (i.e.,n surveys, new process announcements, policies, documents, forms, department updates),nto be circulated within the organization and/or posted on the organization’s intranet.n Develop content for organization-wide training.

Create content for all-staff town hall meetings and set up Zoom calls.

Work in close collaboration with the Internal Communications Manager and team ton develop and implement a communication plan.n Identify and communicate the processes and procedures for using the latest technologyn within the organization.n Partner with the Internal Communications team to ensure regular, effectiven communication from the CEO and other executives to the rest of the organization,ndrafting and editing communications as needed.n Develop and manage the delivery of content across multiple communication channels,n with a focus on measurement and technology innovation to drive increasing engagementnwith a remote global workforce.n Collaborate with team/manager and business unit leaders to drive engagement.

In partnership with Marketing, External Communications and other teams, ensuren consistency of messages, internally and externally.n Partner with the executive team, human resources, external communications, and othern teams to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate strategic internal communications.n n Qualificationsn Superior oral and written communication skills with an innate attention to detail.

Bachelors in Communication, Journalism or related field.

5+ years experience building communication plans and developing organization-widen communications using multiple communication channels including newsletters, intranet,npresentations, all staff emails, training material, etc..n Ability to articulate a clear point of view on complicated issues in a clear, concisen manner.

Experience developing (writing and editing) communication content andnmaterials, including technology related content.n Ability to work with a team.

Experience working with and communicating to all levels within an organizationn including senior leadership.n Capacity to meet deadlines; ability to be flexible and versatile in a breaking newsn environment.n Have a solid grasp of
– and commitment to
– our mission and vision.

Experience with communications tools is preferred but not required (e.g., Zoom, Slack,n GSuite).n n Perksn 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 professionaln trajectory.n Do amazing work on a flexible, part-time basis.

Have fun while you make a difference.n Expectationsn You will work remotely and on your own schedule; we require a minimum commitment of 10-15nhours a week.

(Though doing more is not discouraged!) Because our staff is spread throughoutnthe world, we communicate mostly through Zoom, Slack (direct messaging system) and email,nand team members are requested to be highly responsive in a timely manner.nIf you possess a high level of self-motivation; work well independently but also have strongncollaboration skills; enjoy the opportunity to partner with other senior leaders; and can commitnquality time per week on a regular basis to help achieve team goals, we’d like to hear from you.n n To Applyn To apply, send your resume and a customized cover letter explaining why you’re a good fit fornthis position.

Please provide a cover letter in the space given or send it ton .

You should confirm, in writing, your understanding that this is a volunteer position.

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