Human Resources Associate

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”.