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Are you passionate about coding and want to use your skills to make a real difference? The World Disaster Center (WDC) is looking for an innovative and driven Website Developer to help elevate our digital presence and advance our mission of empowering communities worldwide in disaster preparedness, response, and recovery. Disclaimer: Please be aware that currenlty we are unable to provide letters or assistance for U.S. students seeking to extend their OPT (Optional Practical Training) visa. What You'll Be Doing: Website Development: Maintain and update our website (built with React and connected to MongoDB) to keep it current, functional, and visually compelling. Design Mastery: Create intuitive and engaging layouts, ensuring that the user experience is seamless across all devices. Collaborative Projects: Work closely with our leadership, event, and social media teams to implement timely updates, announcements, and interactive features. Code Champion: Fix bugs, enhance performance, and occasionally give the site a complete facelift if needed! GitHub Guru: Manage website changes via GitHub, creating pull requests, reviewing code, and ensuring smooth integration. Who We’re Looking For: Web Development Expertise: You’re fluent in web programming languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and experienced in the React framework. Backend Knowledge: Familiarity with MongoDB. Design Sense: A creative eye for design and experience in creating aesthetically pleasing, easy-to-navigate user experiences. Team Player: Comfortable working independently in a remote environment while collaborating with various teams. Version Control Enthusiast: Proficiency in GitHub for managing website updates and improvements. Why Volunteer with WDC? Make an Impact: Your work will help WDC reach and support more communities in need, empowering them with the tools to better prepare for and respond to disasters. Flexibility: Work remotely, on your own schedule Build Your Portfolio: Use your skills for a global cause while adding a dynamic, meaningful project to your professional portfolio. Time Commitment: We request a commitment of at least 2-3 months to ensure a rewarding experience for both you and WDC. This approach allows volunteers the flexibility to reassess their commitment after the initial period, without feeling obligated to continue if their circumstances or desires change. How to Apply: Send your resume and a 3-4 sentence email outlining your experience with website design and development to office@worlddisastercenter.org. Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the requirements of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. World Disaster Center reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. This role requires remote working. Applicants must have regular and reliable access to the internet, as well as the motivation to dedicate their time to the organization. World Disaster Center is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. WDC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Date Posted: 2024-10-05
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Flexible Schedule
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Virtual Opportunity
The World Disaster Center (WDC) is seeking an experienced and passionate Legal Consultant Volunteer to provide crucial legal support as we continue our mission to enhance disaster preparedness and recovery efforts worldwide. In this role, you will provide legal advice, manage contracts, and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations. This is a unique opportunity to use your legal expertise to help shape the future of a nonprofit that saves lives globally. Disclaimer: Please be aware that currenlty we are unable to provide letters or assistance for U.S. students seeking to extend their OPT (Optional Practical Training) visa. Key Responsibilities: Legal Advisory & Compliance: Provide legal advice on matters related to nonprofit operations, ensuring compliance with federal and state laws, and regulations governing nonprofit organizations, including tax-exempt status, governance, and fundraising. Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements to support various organizational initiatives, partnerships, and external collaborations. Risk Management & Governance: Assist WDC in identifying legal risks, advising on governance structures, and ensuring legal and ethical integrity in operations. Dispute Resolution: Offer counsel in resolving legal disputes or potential litigations involving WDC’s activities, helping to protect the organization's interests. Legal Research & Updates: Conduct legal research and stay updated on new laws and regulations that could impact WDC’s operations, ensuring the organization remains compliant and up-to-date. Collaboration: Work closely with WDC’s leadership team and various departments to understand their legal needs and provide tailored legal advice that supports the organization’s objectives. Document Review: Assist in the review of policies, contracts, and other legal documents to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with applicable laws. Qualifications: Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school. Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. state, with eligibility to provide legal counsel in the jurisdiction where WDC operates. Minimum of 2 years of experience practicing law, ideally with exposure to nonprofit law, contract law, corporate governance, intellectual property, or related areas. Strong knowledge of federal and state laws governing nonprofit organizations, including governance, tax-exempt status, contracts, employment, and intellectual property. Legal Research & Writing: Strong skills in legal research, writing, and the ability to communicate complex legal issues to non-legal stakeholders. Experience with Nonprofits: Prior experience advising nonprofits on legal matters such as formation, compliance, risk management, and governance. Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to identify legal risks and provide effective solutions. Collaboration & Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners. Why Volunteer with WDC? Global Impact: Use your legal expertise to support life-saving disaster management initiatives around the world. Flexible & Remote: Work remotely with flexible hours Time Commitment: We request a commitment of at least 2-3 months to ensure a rewarding experience for both you and WDC. This approach allows volunteers the flexibility to reassess their commitment after the initial period, without feeling obligated to continue if their circumstances or desires change. How to Apply: Are you ready to leave your creative mark on a global mission? Please send your resume and a 3-4 sentence email outlining your legal experience to office@worlddisastercenter.org. Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the requirements of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. World Disaster Center reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. This role requires remote working. Applicants must have regular and reliable access to the internet, as well as the motivation to dedicate their time to the organization. World Disaster Center is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. World Disaster Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. If you are interested in this position, please read the job description carefully before applying for this volunteer role. You must include a resume when applying for this position.
Date Posted: 2024-10-05
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Flexible Schedule
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Virtual Opportunity
Are you passionate about supporting humanitarian efforts through legal expertise? The World Disaster Center (WDC) is seeking a dedicated Pro-Bono Non-Profit Lawyer to provide critical legal assistance for our global disaster preparedness and response organization. Your work will directly contribute to empowering communities worldwide by ensuring our operations are legally sound and compliant with all necessary regulations. Disclaimer: Please be aware that currenlty we are unable to provide letters or assistance for U.S. students seeking to extend their OPT (Optional Practical Training) visa. What You'll Be Doing: Contracts for Volunteers and Pro-Bono Staff: Draft and review contracts for volunteers, pro-bono staff, interns, and consultants. Develop and refine codes of conduct to ensure ethical standards across all engagements. Tax-Exempt Status: Lead WDC’s efforts in applying for tax-exempt status with the IRS in the U.S. under 501(c)(3) guidelines, ensuring compliance with all federal regulations. Contract Terminations: Assist with terminating contracts for volunteers, staff, or consultants who are not fulfilling their obligations, while ensuring legal procedures are followed correctly. Volunteer Visa Support: Advise on and draft contracts and letters of support for volunteers seeking to assist WDC on a U.S. F1 Student Visa, ensuring they comply with immigration laws and visa requirements. Nonprofit Board Governance: Provide legal guidance in building an effective nonprofit board, including governance structures, board member agreements, and liability protections. Legal Documents for Website and Digital Platforms: Draft and review essential legal documents such as privacy policies, terms and conditions, and disclaimer policies for WDC’s website and our Michael Solutions platform to ensure compliance with global data privacy laws. Who We’re Looking For: Legal Expertise in Non-Profit Law: You have experience working with non-profits, particularly in drafting contracts, handling governance matters, and navigating tax-exempt status filings. Contract and Employment Law Knowledge: Familiarity with U.S. labor laws, contracts, and regulations for volunteers, pro-bono staff, and international interns. Tax-Exemption and IRS Filings: A deep understanding of 501(c)(3) application processes and experience in securing tax-exempt status for non-profits. Privacy and Data Protection: You are well-versed in global privacy laws, including GDPR, CCPA, and other relevant regulations, and can ensure WDC’s online platforms are compliant. Collaborative and Proactive: You are a team player who can work closely with our leadership team, providing proactive solutions to legal challenges. Why Volunteer with WDC? Make an Impact: Your work will enable WDC to continue making a global difference in disaster response and resilience. Expand Your Expertise: Gain experience in the non-profit sector, working on critical areas like tax-exempt status, privacy policies, and non-profit governance. Flexible Commitment: You can volunteer remotely on a schedule that suits you, while making a significant contribution to our mission. Time Commitment: We request a commitment of at least 2-3 months to ensure a rewarding experience for both you and WDC. This approach allows volunteers the flexibility to reassess their commitment after the initial period, without feeling obligated to continue if their circumstances or desires change. How to Apply: Please send your resume and a 3-4 sentence email outlining your lawyer experience to office@worlddisastercenter.org. Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the requirements of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. World Disaster Center reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. This role requires remote working. Applicants must have regular and reliable access to the internet, as well as the motivation to dedicate their time to the organization. World Disaster Center is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. World Disaster Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. If you are interested in this position, please read the job description carefully before applying for this volunteer role. You must include a resume when applying for this position.
Date Posted: 2024-10-11
