WhoWhatWhy
HR Associate – Editorial (Volunteer)
WhoWhatWhy, Jackson, Mississippi, United States
Investigative Reporter - Contract
HR Associate – Editorial (Volunteer)
Note: This is a remote, part-time volunteer position. Please do not apply if you are only seeking paid employment. Support fearless journalism by helping build a mission-aligned editorial team. We’re looking for an
HR Associate
to support our
Editorial department
by managing recruitment efforts, screening and interviewing candidates, and helping create a collaborative, inclusive team environment. If you’re proactive, people-oriented, and excited about working in a fast-paced, mission-driven newsroom — this role is 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 our
Editorial department
, you’ll: Represent HR in
weekly editorial meetings (Mondays at 11:00 AM ET) Collaborate with editorial leadership to identify staffing needs Contribute to job description development and finalize approved versions Post roles and manage application intake Review candidate applications, conduct screenings, and participate in interviews Coordinate onboarding of new volunteers (in partnership with the central HR team) Track open roles, maintain candidate pipelines, and manage updates in shared systems Act as an ongoing point of contact for the editorial team’s HR-related needs Help foster an inclusive, mission-aligned volunteer environment What We’re Looking For
Some experience in HR, recruiting, or team operations (early-career welcome!) Clear communicator and confident interviewer Organized and reliable in a remote work setting Proactive problem-solver who can follow through independently Interest in journalism, editorial operations, and nonprofit service Comfortable using cloud tools (e.g., Google Workspace, Slack, Trello, spreadsheets) What You’ll Gain
Direct exposure to editorial operations and volunteer team-building Collaboration with professionals across journalism, HR, and leadership Flexible, remote schedule (apart from required meeting) Commitment
We ask for a commitment of
5–7 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 opportunity to directly support fearless journalism by helping build a strong, mission-driven editorial team.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Note: This is a remote, part-time volunteer position. Please do not apply if you are only seeking paid employment. Support fearless journalism by helping build a mission-aligned editorial team. We’re looking for an
HR Associate
to support our
Editorial department
by managing recruitment efforts, screening and interviewing candidates, and helping create a collaborative, inclusive team environment. If you’re proactive, people-oriented, and excited about working in a fast-paced, mission-driven newsroom — this role is 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 our
Editorial department
, you’ll: Represent HR in
weekly editorial meetings (Mondays at 11:00 AM ET) Collaborate with editorial leadership to identify staffing needs Contribute to job description development and finalize approved versions Post roles and manage application intake Review candidate applications, conduct screenings, and participate in interviews Coordinate onboarding of new volunteers (in partnership with the central HR team) Track open roles, maintain candidate pipelines, and manage updates in shared systems Act as an ongoing point of contact for the editorial team’s HR-related needs Help foster an inclusive, mission-aligned volunteer environment What We’re Looking For
Some experience in HR, recruiting, or team operations (early-career welcome!) Clear communicator and confident interviewer Organized and reliable in a remote work setting Proactive problem-solver who can follow through independently Interest in journalism, editorial operations, and nonprofit service Comfortable using cloud tools (e.g., Google Workspace, Slack, Trello, spreadsheets) What You’ll Gain
Direct exposure to editorial operations and volunteer team-building Collaboration with professionals across journalism, HR, and leadership Flexible, remote schedule (apart from required meeting) Commitment
We ask for a commitment of
5–7 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 opportunity to directly support fearless journalism by helping build a strong, mission-driven editorial team.
#J-18808-Ljbffr