HR Associate Marketing (Volunteer)

HR Associate Marketing (Volunteer)

Note : This is a remote, part-time volunteer position. Please do not apply if you are only seeking paid employment.

Help build a dynamic, creative marketing team that amplifies our mission.

We're looking for an HR Associate to support our Marketing department by leading volunteer recruitment, screening candidates, and fostering a collaborative, creative environment. If you're organized, people-savvy, and eager to work behind the scenes with a purpose-driven team, this is a great opportunity for you.

Who We Are

WhoWhatWhy is a nonprofit investigative news organization producing deep-dive journalism on the most pressing issues of our time. We're powered by skilled volunteers and a small core staff from students to seasoned pros who believe in ethical, independent journalism free from corporate or political influence.

About the Role

As the HR Associate for the Marketing team, you will :

• Represent HR in bi-weekly marketing meetings (Fridays at 1 : 00 PM ET)
• Collaborate with team leads to identify HR and staffing needs
• Help finalize job descriptions and post approved roles
• Review applications, screen candidates, and conduct interviews
• Coordinate onboarding and volunteer integration (in partnership with central HR)
• Maintain hiring trackers and follow up with department leads
• Act as the HR point of contact for team engagement, support, and updates
• Contribute to creating a collaborative, inclusive volunteer experience

What We're Looking For

Some HR or recruiting experience (students and career changers welcome!)

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Organized and proactive in a remote setting

Confident in coordinating interviews and speaking up in meetings

Familiarity with Google Workspace, Slack, and shared tracking tools

Interest in marketing and nonprofit missions a plus

What You'll Gain

Exposure to a fast-moving, creative marketing environment

A chance to contribute to team growth, culture, and strategy

Collaboration with professionals in branding, outreach, and HR

A flexible, remote schedule (apart from required team meeting)

Commitment

We ask for a commitment of 57 hours per week and a minimum of 6 months. This includes regular team meetings, occasional follow-ups, and collaboration with our HR team.

How to Apply

Please send :

Your resume

A thoughtful cover letter telling us why this role speaks to you

To confirm that you've read this description, include the phrase "Committed to the Mission" and the result of 12 3 somewhere in your letter.

If there's no place to attach a cover letter, email it to hr@whowhatwhy.org. Check your spam folder for responses they sometimes land there.

Reminder

We do not consider generic or AI-generated applications. Your submission should reflect your voice and alignment with our mission.

Join Us

This is your chance to support a mission-driven newsroom and help grow a collaborative, impact-driven marketing team.