Human Resources Associate at Beyond Violence (unpaid-worldwide)
Do you have experience in HR and want to put it to use for a worthy cause? Are you an organised and diligent team-worker, who is also not afraid of taking on responsibility and carrying out tasks independently? Do you have ideas on how to efficiently manage a workforce of more than 70 volunteers? Do you have a passion for combating violence in the world bit by bit as part of a global movement? Then Beyond Violence is precisely the organisation you will be interested in!
Beyond Violence is centered around a web platform which seeks to engage people across countries and continents in the promotion of non-violent conflict transformation. Through online petitions, forum discussions, digital conferences, and much more, we are impacting decision-makers and key local actors to put down weapons and solve conflict through negotiation and dialogue.
Your responsibilities
Managing recruiting processes of volunteers all over the world.
Keeping our HR databases up to date.
Participating in development of our induction strategy for fresh recruits.
Co-organising regular internal evaluations.
Developing a comprehensive strategy in cooperation with colleagues for enhancing efficiency and sustainability of our work from the HR perspective.
Participating in regular online Skype meetings with your team manager.
Coordinating your tasks with your team manager and other team members.
Managing your time effectively in order to complete your tasks within the hours that you want to contribute (estimated at 10 hrs per week).
Our requirements
Experience in HR field desirable but not a must.
Experience in the non-profit sector a plus.
English language fluency is essential.
High self-motivation and creative mind.
Proactive use of email communication and Skype.
Ability to commit sufficient time and energy to our cause.
Passion for peace, non-violence, dialogue and understanding.
What we offer
An informal structure and freedom to complete tasks in your own style.
An internet-based organisation that means you can work from anywhere in the world.
Being part of an innovative and rapidly expanding movement - be part of creating change.
Flexible working hours – as an unpaid position we expect you to only contribute the time you are able and willing to.
Cooperation with inspiring and engaging activists and campaigners from all over the world.
Experience in building up a non-profit organisation in a relaxed, cooperative, and intercultural work environment.
Letter of recommendation or reference for your future employer.
How to apply:
We look forward to your application
Please send your CV and cover letter to hr@beyondviolence.org. We look forward to hearing from you soon! For more information about Beyond Violence please visit www.beyondviolence.org or find us on Facebook and Twitter “@Beyond_Violence”.
