Web Developer Team Lead (Volunteer)
Web Developer Team Lead (Volunteer)
Note: The following is an opportunity for flexible, part-time, volunteer work to address climate change. Please DO NOT APPLY if you are only looking for paid employment. A 6-month commitment is preferred at minimum. This is a remote-from-home position.
Are you an experienced web developer with team leadership experience? Do you want to make a difference in the climate crisis? Are you motivated by working with smart and talented individuals who are creating a better world? Can you commit approximately 3 - 5 hours a week, working remotely on your own schedule with our far-flung, diverse team? If so, we would love to chat about your help and unique talents.
Who We Are
Earth Hero is a global all-volunteer nonprofit organization with users in 150+ countries. We exist to make it easy to act on climate change. The climate emergency we currently face requires adequate and immediate action. To rise to the challenge, we help people discover personalized, positive steps to care for our shared planet, improve lives, and build a better future. Check out https://www.earthhero.org to get to know us better and see if our mission and project resonate with you.
We are looking for an action-oriented individual who is excited to address climate change to be the new web development team leader. We need help to build and scale our impact. This is an opportunity to be part of an organization where you can have a direct impact, grow your experience, and have the flexibility to fit the role into your life.
About the role
Play a lead role in the web development team.
Provide guidance, mentorship, and organization to the web development team.
Lead by example, setting technical direction and ensuring the team follows best practices.
Coordinate and delegate tasks across the development team, ensuring timely delivery of projects.
Review and provide timely feedback on Pull Requests.
Improve the current Earth Hero website in collaboration with other developers and UI/UX designers.
Lead the creation of the web app version of Earth Hero, complementing the mobile app version.
Act as the primary point of contact for technical discussions and decisions within the team.
Experiences useful in this role
5+ years of website development experience.
Proven experience leading and managing a team of developers, including task delegation and code review.
Solid experience with React + Gatsby.
Familiarity with Firebase or similar NoSQL databases is a bonus.
A creative mind with a keen eye for design and detail.
Good communication skills, time management, and attention to detail.
Experience working with remote teams, particularly across different time zones, is an advantage.
Perks
Be part of the solution to one of the biggest challenges of our age.
Channel your talents and passion in an interesting environment.
Experience and help shape an up-and-coming nonprofit organization.
Develop new skills and valuable experience to enhance your professional trajectory.
Do amazing work on a flexible, part-time basis.
Have fun while you make a difference.
Expectations
You will work remotely and on your own schedule. Roles work best with a minimum commitment of 6 months for 3 - 5 hours a week (or more if you like!). Because our all-volunteer team is spread throughout the world, we rely mostly on a combination of Slack, Github, and video calls to communicate.
If you possess a high level of self-motivation, work well independently, have strong collaboration skills, enjoy the opportunity to partner with like-minded individuals, and can commit quality time per week to help achieve team goals, we would love to hear from you.
To Apply
To apply, send your resume/CV or LinkedIn profile and a brief message explaining why you are a good fit for this volunteer position. You can submit through this platform or send a message to apply@earthhero.org
We respond to all applications within a few days at the most. Please keep an eye on your spam if you do not hear back.
Thanks!