Webmaster/IT Specialist Job at Movement in Refuge in Richmond

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Volunteer Webmaster / IT Officer

Organization: Movement in Refuge (MiR)

Location: Remote

Reports to: Executive Director

Time Commitment: ~4-6 hours/week | Minimum 6-month commitment

Start Date: July 2025 (or as soon as available)

About Movement in Refuge

Movement in Refuge is a U.S.-based nonprofit that brings sports and physical movement to refugee and host communities-creating safe, inclusive spaces where young people, especially girls, can move, play, connect, and thrive.

We are seeking a mission-driven volunteer to serve as our Webmaster / IT Officer, helping us manage and grow our Squarespace-hosted website while providing light tech support across our small team.

Key Responsibilities Area Tasks Website (Squarespace) * Maintain and update www.movementinrefuge.org using Squarespace’s design tools * Add/edit content including blog posts, photos, program updates, and donation buttons * Ensure mobile responsiveness and consistent site layout * Troubleshoot layout or formatting issues Performance & Security * Monitor SSL and basic site uptime * Optimize images and site speed * Coordinate with Squarespace support for technical issues Integrations & Tools * Ensure integrations function smoothly (e.g. Zeffy donation forms, Mailchimp signup) * Help set up or adjust Google Analytics, SEO settings, and tracking tags Digital Support * Administer team email (Google Workspace) and shared folders * Support staff with digital tools like Trello, Slack, or Drive * Help implement basic digital safety practices Innovation & Growth * Suggest and implement improvements (e.g. events page, interactive content, multilingual options) * Create documentation and onboarding tools for future volunteers or staff What We’re Looking For

• Experience managing or designing Squarespace websites

• Strong eye for layout and mobile-optimized design

• Familiarity with basic SEO, analytics tools, and content updates

• Comfortable with Google Workspace, Mailchimp, and other digital collaboration tools

• Self-directed and organized, with the ability to work in a fully remote environment

• Alignment with Movement in Refuge’s mission and values

Desirable: basic HTML/CSS, experience with donation platforms, web accessibility, or nonprofits/INGOs.

What We Offer

• A chance to directly support displaced youth through meaningful digital work

• Freedom to shape our online presence and introduce new tools or features

• A creative, collaborative environment with an international team

• LinkedIn recommendation, reference letters, and named credit on our site

How to Apply

Email team@movementinrefuge.org with the following:

• A short paragraph about yourself and why you're interested

• Your CV or LinkedIn profile

• 1-2 examples of websites or digital projects you’ve worked on

Subject line: "Volunteer Webmaster - [Your Name]"

Deadline: 15 July 2025

Movement in Refuge is committed to equity, inclusion, and diverse representation. We strongly encourage applications from individuals with lived experience of displacement. If you require accommodations during the application process, please let us know.

Help us keep the movement moving-online and beyond.