The Role

EA DC is looking for a full-time Community Engagement Coordinator or Head of Community who would work closely with and report to the Executive Director. The successful applicant will be replacing EA DC’s current Managing Director.

The role is dynamic, and responsibilities will be allocated based on individual strengths and preferences. One thing is for sure - no two days are the same. Work hours are generally flexible, but evening and weekend work will be required for certain activities (e.g. running events). The work is otherwise remote as EA DC does not currently have an office. You will need to travel within the DMV, and occasionally, internationally.

As outlined above, there are many different types of successful candidates as there are many aspects of community building. As such, we are looking for an individual to lead some of these areas of responsibility:

Impact Advising

Providing 1-on-1 advising on careers and academics, facilitating connections with others where relevant.
Supporting candidates in identifying and securing opportunities (funding, internships, fellowships, jobs, scholarships, etc.).

Events Programming & Logistics

Running Local & Online Events
Preparing and running events by building on existing material and developing new concepts.
Examples of existing event formats:

~ Affinity groups

~ Cause area meetups

~ Community-wide networking

~ Happy hours

~ New member welcoming

~ Partnered events

~ Person- and topic-specific events

Examples of new event concepts:

~ Community retreats

~ Expert office hours

~ Policy innovation labs

Recruit new and oversee existing volunteers to support all EA DC initiatives.

Operations and Administrative Oversight

Community Health and Safety

~ Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to maintain a safe, welcoming, and healthy community environment in line with our Code of Conduct.

~ Monitor and respond to community feedback to enhance overall satisfaction and inclusivity.

Project Management

~ Identify, track, and evaluate Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for your programs.

~ Manage the administrative aspects of your projects and maintain compliance with governance and financial obligations.

~ Streamline processes and systems to enhance organizational efficiency and effectiveness.

Strategic Planning and Fundraising

Contribute to the annual strategic planning and fundraising processes, ensuring alignment with our mission and operational capabilities.
Ensure all performance metrics are tracked and translated into compelling fundraising campaigns.
Regularly review and adapt strategies to meet evolving community needs and organizational goals.

Online Infrastructure

Online Infrastructure

~ Ensure all existing resources are up to date.

~ Expand existing community-facing resources (community and talent directories, Forum and website posts, etc.).

~ Managing and expanding our existing CRM (Airtable).

Marketing and Communications

~ Implement growth strategies for digital platforms to increase engagement and followers, aligning content with our mission of career support and community growth.

~ Oversee all non-newsletter communications across multiple platforms including Facebook, LinkedIn, Slack, and our website.

What we’re looking for

Required Criteria:

Years of Experience:

~ Coordinator: 0 - 2 years of experience.

~ Head: 3+ years of experience.

Ability to strategize, implement, and evaluate community initiatives effectively.
Have a strong understanding of the ideas of effective altruism.
Experience with the end-to-end planning, execution, and evaluation of events.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage a diverse range of stakeholders.
Understanding and ability to communicate the ideas of effective altruism or aligned fields/movements.
Work independently in a results-oriented and structured way.
Authorized to work in the United States.

~ Unfortunately, we cannot provide visa sponsorship for this role.

Desirable criteria:

A strong understanding of the relevant considerations determining the value of EA community building.
EA community building experience.
Experience in public speaking, social media, and/or writing articles.
Experience living, working, or studying in the DMV.
Experience or demonstrated familiarity with US and/or international policymaking.
Experience running large-scale events, including conferences and retreats.
In-depth knowledge of one or more relevant cause areas.
Leadership and/or mentorship experience.

Many excellent candidates will have some (but not all) of these characteristics, and we encourage you to apply even if you do not have all of the characteristics listed in either of the categories. We expect this to be an exciting opportunity for candidates of different levels of seniority and prior experience.

Why work with us?

Our culture - as a small but growing organization, we strive to create a culture that is:

Purpose-driven. First and foremost, we value having an outsized positive impact on the world with the work we do.
Non-hierarchical. If a job needs doing and you can do it, or you want to pick up a project, we will support you in doing it.
Outcomes over processes. As a small team, we don’t have many systems or processes. We place high trust in our employees to do the job in the way they see fit, prioritizing concrete outcomes of processes.
Improvement and growth. We are constantly seeking to evaluate and improve our work and provide feedback and support to grow as individuals.

Working with us also has the following benefits:

Make a real impact by building and supporting a community of people tackling some of the world’s biggest problems.
Take on responsibility in a growing organization. We’re a growing team, and our success will depend directly on what you do.
Enjoy work-life balance and flexibility, including unlimited paid time off.
[Optional] 50% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision.

You Belong

Effective Altruism DC (EA DC) is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment and committed to equality and diversity in our community and workplace. We believe that a diverse team, enriched by a variety of experiences and perspectives, is essential to our mission of identifying and implementing the most effective ways to help others. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We are aware that factors like gender, race, and socioeconomic background can affect people’s willingness to apply for roles for which they meet many but not all the suggested attributes. We especially encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to express interest in this role, including if you don’t meet all the suggested criteria.

We are committed to nurturing a culture where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to contribute to our collective mission. Our recruitment process is designed to be inclusive and accessible to all. If you need accommodations at any point during the application or interview process, please let us know!

Application process

To apply, please complete this form. Applications close on May 19, 2024 at 11:59 PM ET.

The hiring process will likely consist of six phases:

Resume/CV & Application Form
Work test (anonymous, less than one hour)
Interview with EA DC
We will request that successful interviewees submit two references at this stage. References may be academic or professional.
Those wishing to be considered for the Head of Community role must submit at least one professional reference.
Offer and Acceptance
Onboarding

We will notify you at each stage whether you advance in the process. The work test will be of a general nature within the scope of the job role. It is designed to test your ability and subject-area competence rather than specific knowledge of EA DC. We would be happy to discuss this opportunity with any potential applicants. Please contact Kyle Lucchese, Managing Director of EA DC, with any questions you might have.

If you know anyone who might fit these roles well, please send it to them. You never know when someone might want to make the switch to a new organization that is trying to do as much good as possible.

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