Why You Should Join the Mission
We recognize that our volunteers go above and beyond to support #LatinaGeeks in furthering its mission. Given the collective impact we are able to reach, it’s important for us to establish a reciprocal relationship with each and every one of our volunteers and supporters. Below are some of the opportunities we’d like to offer in gratitude of volunteer’s dedication and goodwill:
Continued Education
Organization-sponsored continuing education opportunities.
Grow Your Network
Network activation in technology, nonprofit, education and business sectors.
Professional Development
On-going professional development activities.
Social Recognition
Public recognition for volunteering commitments and achievements.
Mentoring
Mentoring activities to help grow individual leadership capacity.
Exclusivity
Invitation to exclusive networking, conferences and community events.
Open Volunteer Positions
The chapter vice president works with the chapter president and chapter secretary/treasurer to execute on the strategic plan and implement regular activities of the chapter effectively.
We are currently looking for a Los Angeles/ Orange County based Vice President to support the Los Angeles Chapter.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Be an active aid to the chapter president
- Perform the duties of the President in the event of their absence
- Establish and maintain relationships with other professional associations
- Enforce policies and objectives for the organization to ensure it maintains its values and meets established goals
- Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in related fields
Program Implementation
- Lead and oversee the execution of event planning activities and obtain event proposal approval
- Create public awareness initiatives and ensure the organization is visible to the community and those interested in supporting
- Actively work to increase membership, serving as an ambassador to the organization within the larger community by attending community events, recruitment activities
- Oversee volunteer management and the day-to-day activities of the chapter
- Work with chapter secretary/treasurer to oversee and maintain financial budgets for the organization. This includes ensuring follow up with vendors and overseeing submittal of financial documentation.
Knowledge and Skills
- Strong public speaking ability
- Ability to interface and engage diverse volunteer and donor groups
- Demonstrates excellent customer service and interpersonal skills by maintaining clear and effective communication.
- Demonstrates ability to manage time efficiently and multi-task effectively
- Exhibits strong leadership skills (i.e. ability to motivate, guide, and create a positive organizational culture through transparency and high integrity leadership with volunteers)
- Demonstrates proficiency in basic computer programs like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Exhibits the ability to think creatively and analytically, possessing strong problem-solving skills
- Strong organizational abilities including planning, delegating, and task facilitation
Preferred Qualifications and Experience
- Has first-hand experience working with Latina communities and demonstrates cultural sensitivity to the needs of the population; ideally bilingual/bicultural
- Education and/or professional experience in business, technology, or nonprofit
- Experience or ease of working in a start-up nonprofit environment
- Experience or ease of working remotely with teams
Perks and Benefits
We recognize that our volunteers go above and beyond to support #LatinaGeeks’ in furthering its mission. Given the collective impact we are able to reach, it is important for us to establish a reciprocal relationship with each and every one of our volunteers and supporters. Below are some of the opportunities we want to offer in gratitude of volunteers’ dedication and good will:
- Organization-sponsored continued education opportunities
- On-going professional development activities
- Mentoring activities to help grow individual leadership capacity
- Network activation in technology, nonprofit, education and business sectors
- Public recognition for volunteering commitments and achievements
- Invitation to exclusive networking and community events
How to apply: Click on the button at the bottom of this page and mention the volunteer position you are interested in.
The chapter treasurer works with the chapter president and chapter vice president to execute on strategic plan and implement regular activities of the chapter effectively.
We are currently looking for a San Diego based Vice President to support the San Diego Chapter.
Administrative Duties and Responsibilities
- Ensures that the chapter follows all #LatinaGeeks policies and procedures
- Ensures chapter annual plan and budget are on file with the #LatinaGeeks home office
- Supports chapter president with the collection of chapter advisory board donations and reporting
Financial Duties and Responsibilities
- Manages chapter budget, expenses, donations, etc.
- In collaboration with the president, develops a strategy and plan to engage businesses and citizens to support the cause or mission of the organization
- Work with marketing coordinator to encourage community members to set up automatic recurring donations, and support and promote #LatinaGeeks’ annual appeal to chapter members
- Work with secretary to maintain the confidentiality of all individual member donations and contact information
Minimum Skills and Qualifications
- Ability to convey a vision of #LatinaGeeks’ strategic future to volunteers and donors
- Ability to interface and engage diverse volunteer and donor groups
- Demonstrates excellent customer service and interpersonal skills by maintaining clear and effective communication.
- Demonstrates ability to manage time efficiently and multi-task effectively
- Strong organizational abilities
- Demonstrates proficiency in basic computer programs like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Exhibits ability to think creatively and analytically, possessing strong problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications and Experience
- Has first-hand experience working with Latina communities and demonstrates cultural sensitivity to the needs of the population; ideally bilingual/bicultural
- Education and/or professional experience in business, technology, or nonprofit
- Experience or ease of working in a start-up nonprofit environment
- Experience or ease of working remotely with teams
Perks and Benefits
We recognize that our volunteers go above and beyond to support #LatinaGeeks’ in furthering its mission. Given the collective impact we are able to reach, it is important for us to establish a reciprocal relationship with each and every one of our volunteers and supporters. Below are some of the opportunities we want to offer in gratitude of volunteers’ dedication and good will:
- Organization-sponsored continued education opportunities
- On-going professional development activities
- Mentoring activities to help grow individual leadership capacity
- Network activation in technology, nonprofit, education and business sectors
- Public recognition for volunteering commitments and achievements
- Invitation to exclusive networking and community events
How to apply: Click on the button at the bottom of this page and mention the volunteer position you are interested in.
Social Media Coordinator is responsible for writing engaging, creative content for the #LatinaGeeks, while ensuring brand voice remains consistent across all platforms.
Social Media Coordinator will report to the Marketing Coordinator and work closely with Social Media Designer to develop and execute a content strategy.
The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience copywriting at the brand or agency level. We are searching for ambitious, energetic personalities who love to contribute ideas and have the discipline to work on deadline.
Social Media Coordinator Responsibilities:
- Create and schedule a monthly social calendar and write daily posts for Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter accounts
- Community management: interacting with brand’s fans in comments, groups, and DMs.
- Collaborate with Chapter’s Secretaries for special announcements or events
- Ensure we are hitting KPIs, growing engagement and following.
Skills
- Ideal candidate should have excellent writing skills and be able to communicate with the brand’s voice, ensuring consistency.
- Candidate should be well versed in using major social media platforms effectively and holistically.
- Candidate should be well organized, able to work under deadline and process feedback accordingly.
- Photography skills a plus but not required
Experience:
- Social Media Marketing: 1 year (Preferred)
- Copywriting: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location:
- Fully Remote
Perks and Benefits
We recognize that our volunteers go above and beyond to support #LatinaGeeks’ in furthering its mission. Given the collective impact we are able to reach, it is important for us to establish a reciprocal relationship with each and every one of our volunteers and supporters. Below are some of the opportunities we want to offer in gratitude of volunteers’ dedication and good will:
- Organization-sponsored continued education opportunities
- On-going professional development activities
- Mentoring activities to help grow individual leadership capacity
- Network activation in technology, nonprofit, education and business sectors
- Public recognition for volunteering commitments and achievements
- Invitation to exclusive networking and community events
How to apply: Click on the button at the bottom of this page and mention the volunteer position you are interested in.
The content writer reports to the Executive Leadership Team and is responsible for the organization’s content creation and implementation for LatinaGeeks.org.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Research industry-related topics (combining online sources, interviews and studies)
- Write clear blog copy that resonates with the defined #LatinaGeeks audience(s)
- Prepare well-structured drafts to be added to Content Management Systems (e.g. WordPress)
- Proofread and edit blog posts before publication
- Submit work to marketing committee lead for input and approval
- Coordinate with marketing committee lead for design needs to illustrate articles
- Conduct simple keyword research and use SEO guidelines to increase web traffic
- Take lead on suggesting new topics on a monthly basis
- Ensure all-around consistency (style, fonts, images and tone)
Requirements
- Proven work experience as a Content Writer, Copywriter or similar role
- Experience doing research using multiple sources
- Excellent writing and editing skills in English – Ap Style
- Hands-on experience with Content Management Systems (e.g. WordPress)
- Availability to produce a minimum of two articles per month
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Willingness to learn new systems
- BSc in Marketing, English, Journalism or related field
Knowledge and Skills
- Strong public speaking ability
- Ability to interface and engage diverse volunteer and donor groups
- Demonstrate excellent customer service and interpersonal skills by maintaining clear and effective communication.
- Demonstrates ability to manage time efficiently and multi-task effectively
- Exhibits strong leadership skills (i.e. ability to motivate, guide, and create a positive organizational culture through transparency and high integrity leadership)
Perks and Benefits
We recognize that our volunteers go above and beyond to support #LatinaGeeks’ in furthering its mission. Given the collective impact, we are able to reach, it is important for us to establish a reciprocal relationship with each and every one of our volunteers and supporters. Below are some of the opportunities we want to offer in gratitude for volunteers’ dedication and goodwill:
- Organization-sponsored continued education opportunities
- On-going professional development activities
- Mentoring activities to help grow individual leadership capacity
- Network activation in technology, nonprofit, education, and business sectors
- Public recognition for volunteering commitments and achievements
- Invitation to exclusive networking and community events
How to apply: Click on the button at the bottom of this page and mention the volunteer position you are interested in.