Global Artivism seeks an Operations Fellow | Join an Exciting Global Movement for Arts, Culture & Social Justice (8 Month Contract) ·Unknown

Global Artivism Job Summary

Job Title: Operations Fellow
Location: Remote (Global, with priority to candidates from the Global South)
Closing Date: July 16, 2024, 10:00 PM MYT
Contract: 8-month independent contractor fellowship (from August 2024 to April 2025), with potential renewal based on funding and mutual agreement
Salary: USD $1,200–$1,800/month (paid upon monthly invoice)

About Global Artivism

Global Artivism is a movement led by those most affected by injustice, emphasizing the power of arts and culture to promote justice, ecological integrity, and collective liberation.

The movement connects artists, cultural workers, and activists worldwide, fostering infrastructure, relationships, and resources for long-lasting change.

Guided by principles of global majority leadership, South–South solidarity, transparency, and intersectionality, Global Artivism operates with a focus on community-centered, grassroots movement building.

Role Overview

Global Artivism seeks an Operations Fellow for a mentored, time-limited engagement focused on developing organizational infrastructure, systems design, and operational coordination.

The fellow will work closely with the Operations Director to shape operational frameworks, support documentation, and contribute to movement infrastructure, gaining hands-on experience in a global, movement-led environment.

Key Responsibilities

Infrastructure Design & Framework Development

• Collaborate with the Operations Director to craft operational frameworks aligned with strategic priorities and values
• Assist in designing staffing models, organizational structures, and resource frameworks
• Support onboarding processes and operational guidance for new members
• Ensure operational systems align with governance principles and democratic decision-making

Systems Documentation & Knowledge Management

• Create operational guidance, toolkits, and checklists for distributed teams
• Build internal knowledge systems to facilitate transparency and transferability
• Promote documentation practices that enable teams to operate independently

Capacity Building & Research

• Identify areas for process clarification and systems improvement
• Address operational bottlenecks through analysis and solutions
• Share learning and research relevant models to enhance movement infrastructure

Qualifications

Required

• Strong organizational skills with experience managing multiple tasks across distributed teams
• Excellent written communication in English
• Proficiency with digital tools such as Google Workspace, Slack, etc.

• Genuine interest in operations, organizational systems, or movement infrastructure
• Ability to manage own schedule and compliance as an independent contractor
• Commitment to the values and mission of Global Artivism

Preferred

• Background in business administration, project management, finance, or related fields
• Experience with civil society, NGOs, or community organizations
• Familiarity with digital project management tools
• Multilingual abilities, especially relevant to Global South contexts

Contractor Details & Work Arrangements

• Status: Independent contractor with flexible work hours
• Location: Open globally, with a focus on applicants from the Global South
• Duration: 8 months, starting August 2024, with potential renewal

• Compensation: USD $1,200–$1,800/month, paid monthly upon invoice
• Flexibility: Manage own schedule, participate in scheduled calls across time zones
• Responsibilities: Responsible for own taxes, insurance, and compliance in residence country

How to Apply

Global Artivism encourages candidates from the Global South and Global Majority communities to apply.

Interested individuals should submit their expression of interest via the application link by Thursday, July 16, 2024, at 10:00 PM MYT.

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by Wednesday, July 22, 2024.

Why Join Global Artivism?

• Contribute to a transformative global movement led by marginalized communities
• Gain experience in organizational systems within a cultural and social justice context
• Connect with a worldwide network of artists, activists, and movement builders
• Engage in flexible, remote work supporting social change initiatives

Note: This position is ideal for individuals passionate about movement infrastructure, organizational development, and social justice, seeking to make a meaningful impact through a culturally driven approach.