Story Time is a non-profit whose mission is to empower students in Southeast Africa by removing barriers to education and inspiring community partnerships. When you work with Story Time, you become a part of a global network of storytellers; you become what we like to call a Co-Author. We believe that everyone has a valuable story to tell and that sharing these stories creates a more connected world where everyone belongs. By becoming a part of the story as a volunteer, you and your fellow Co-Authors bring the world one step closer to this vision.
We are currently looking to expand in many exciting ways and we are looking for Creative Writers to join our team.
Details:
If you are a skilled, empathetic, and creative writer who can research and explain complex concepts simply, if you are driven to problem solve and you care deeply about helping others, this volunteer opportunity may be of interest to you. Story Time is currently expanding and we are looking for writers to assist in creating blog content relating to our organization’s goals and the interests of our growing community of donors and volunteers. In this position, you will report to the Digital Media Strategist to collaborate in creating posts that resonate with our audience.
Responsibilities:
- Write and maintain blog posts, content for other social media outlets, and static or printed materials
- Proficiency with Squarespace (Preferred, but not mandatory)
- Proficiency with Slack (Preferred)
- Communicate regularly with Social Media Strategist and Business Development Manager to confirm topics and formatting of content
The skills you need to excel in this position include:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Gmail and Outlook
- Experience with SalesForce preferred
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated ability to speak and write clearly and persuasively
- Excellent organization, time management, and follow-up skills
- Outstanding judgement, sensitivity, and high discretion
If you're interested, please submit a cover letter, resume, and one-page writing sample to apply@storytimeedu.org.
