World Pulse Magazine

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Our staff is a team of global change agents. Working with love for our children's future, we thrive on dialoguing with visionary women and youth across the planet and amplifying their ideas and networks.

Due to the large number of applicants, only candidates who are considered for interviews will be contacted. Thank you!
Currently, we have the following 3 job openings:

1. Global Editorial Director

The Editorial Director will hold a demanding and exciting global leadership position responsible for executing the creative vision and editorial content production of World Pulse to deliver powerful, authentic perspectives on world issues and global innovations through women’s eyes. The ideal candidate will have impeccable writing, editing, and management skills and a flare for fresh ideas. A qualified candidate will also possess a global soul with a nuanced grasp of international affairs and global women’s perspectives, excellent intercultural communication skills, and an ability to deliver groundbreaking editorial angles. She will drive all aspects of the editorial production, from story generation, to global outreach and assignments, interviews, editing and timely delivery of content. She must also collaborate efficiently with the editorial staff and interns. She must be resourceful, productive and multi-task with grace under pressure.

The Editorial Director position is a full-life commitment, not a traditional 40-hour a week job. Candidates should not consider applying unless they are closely familiar with our editorial style, have a clear vision for improving it, and are passionate about World Pulse’s mission.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct all phases of editorial development and production of the magazine and other media channels in collaboration with the CEO, Global Outreach Director, Managing Editor, translators, copy editors and editorial interns.
• Collaborate with the Editorial team and CEO to shape story ideas.
• Collaborate to refine editorial procedures and workflow.
• Stay abreast of comparative titles and their coverage of current world events.
• Conduct and direct extensive global research in collaboration with interns.
• Organize, supervise and participate in the management and development of all multi-media content submitted for web and print publication.
• Establish and cultivate relationships with mainstream media and wire services, positioning World Pulse and PulseWire as an authoritative editorial resource on world issues and global innovations through women’s eyes.
• Solicit work from writers, conduct interviews with grassroots voices, and assist in the evaluation of submissions and queries.
• Write enticing, fresh cover lines, titles, taglines, and photo captions.
• Consult with women's and youth rights organizations, advocates, and global women's and youth media initiatives.
• Train and work with editorial interns.
• Assist with photography research and acquisition.
• When necessary, help with copy editing, proofreading and writing.
• As needed, provide editorial support for special projects such as brochures, direct-mail, and other marketing material.
• Review and approve all proofs
• Serve as a public representative of World Pulse at various events.
• Facilitate editorial collaborations with other media sources.

QUALIFICATIONS AND QUALITIES REQUIRED:

• 5+ years of high-level editorial experience for a magazine, newspaper, or equivalent.
• Superb organizational, management, communication, and international networking skills
• Clear, polished, and professional communicator who listens carefully and compassionately and asks powerful questions.
• Extensive knowledge of international issues, women’s and children’s international human rights, and overseas work/training.
• Enterprising collaborator who is also adept at working independently
• Expertise in presenting complex information in a clear and engaging manner.
• A positive, ambitious attitude with boundless energy.
• Ability to see possibility and transformation in the face of entrenched political and economic interests.
• Enthusiastic about the creative challenge of working in a team to create a bold, empowering, and truth-telling media source.

Our Editorial Director is committed to work out of love for the future of humanity, yearns to be a part of cutting edge global transformation, and will relish the challenge and fulfillment of communicating with women with great ideas across the planet.

DETAILS

Applicants of color and/or with backgrounds outside the US are strongly encouraged to apply.

Contract: 4 months with potential for full-time employment.
Compensation to be negotiated, DOE.

Applicants must be willing and able to take on special challenges associated with a new and growing enterprise, including irregular hours and pressures.

HOW TO APPLY
Deadline Extended:
By 6pm Thursday, January 31st, please email cover letter and resume to ila@worldpulse.com. Please state “Global Editorial Director” in subject line. Resumes without unique cover letters will NOT be reviewed.

Candidates outside the Portland area will be considered, however you must be prepared to fully participate with the team on a regular basis via phone and Skype and fly to Portland on a bi-monthly basis at a minimum.

2. Global Outreach Director

Job Summary

The Global Outreach Director will hold a demanding and exciting global leadership position responsible for the successful development of PulseWire as a communication tool serving the needs of women’s grassroots networks worldwide. The Director will lead site global editorial outreach, working with all stakeholders to find, contact, inspire, orient, and secure active registered users on PulseWire.

The ideal candidate will possess a global soul with a nuanced grasp of international affairs and global women’s perspectives, excellent intercultural communication skills, and an ability to deliver innovative collaborations and editorial angles. A qualified candidate will also will have impeccable writing and management skills and a flare for fresh ideas. She must be resourceful, productive and multi-task with grace under pressure.

The Global Outreach Director position is not a traditional job, but a calling and a full-life commitment. Candidates should not consider applying unless they are passionate about World Pulse’s mission.

Type of position: Contract. Rate: Dependant on Experience Length of Contract: 4 months, with possibility for long term.

Reports directly to: CEO

Works directly with: Editorial Director, Managing Editor, CEO, COO, Website Project Manager, Global Partnerships Director, interns and topical curators.

Oversees: Regional and topical curators.

Knowledge and experience: Candidates should be leaders in the field of global women’s empowerment. They should also be excellent communicators (particularly via phone) self-driven, analytical and strategic thinkers and must be skilled at thinking big picture while managing details. Candidates must be prepared to work unusual, but flexible hours due to heavy communication across international time zones. They should also have:

An established, robust network of global grassroots contacts.
Fluency in several languages.
Management expertise.

Duties/Responsibilities
Identify, strategize and grow, in collaboration with existing global contacts, our global network of regional and topical women leaders with an emphasis on emerging nations and on remote, impoverished and crisis regions.

Develop and implement PulseWire outreach strategy. Set and meet goals for recruiting new, active users for PulseWire.
Facilitate and prioritize feedback from users and collaborate with Website Development Team to ensure that technology and site design reflects voices and needs.
Develop PulseWire content curation goals and protocol, including identity, security, transaction, language, and editorial guidelines.
Forecast, flag, and mitigate potential multi-cultural conflicts and challenges. .
Identify, conduct and direct extensive global research in collaboration with Managing Editor, research interns and editorial volunteers.
Manage contacts impeccably within organizational database.
Consult with international organizations, advocates, micro-enterprise and global women's media initiatives in our space to ensure that PulseWire is regarded as a beneficial collaborator and partner.
Facilitate editorial collaborations with other media sources.
Introduce PulseWire and its mission to potential content, marketing, and business partners and communicate shared goals in collaboration with our Global Partnerships Director.
Meet weekly with PulseWire team.
When necessary, help with copy editing, proofreading and writing.
As needed, provide editorial support for special projects such as brochures, direct-mail, and other marketing material.
As needed, help provide assistance and content to our website.
Serve as one of the public representatives of the PulseWire vision at various events and to the press.
Stay abreast of global issues, media trends to assure that PulseWire is a cutting-edge communications service that delivers transformational results. Build wisdom (and connection) within the team on organizational expediency, social trends, global affairs, and all aspects of fulfilling our mission: Connecting women to transform our world.

SUCCESS FACTORS:

Clear, polished, and professional communicator who listens carefully and compassionately.
Extensive knowledge of international issues, women’s and children’s international human rights, and overseas work/training.
Fearless commitment and passion for building women’s economic assets and valuing women’s voices on the global stage.
Comfort in working through feminine principles of interaction such as shared leadership, inclusion, equality, consensus-building and respectful listening.
The ability to remain calm, centered, creative, and generous of spirit in situations that include sudden change. You are at the nexus of information exchange between women around the world in diverse situations that range from routine to dangerous.
Superb organizational, management and networking skills.
Enterprising collaborator who is also adept at working independently.
A positive, ambitious attitude with boundless energy and stamina for start-up.
An inner drive for the relentless pursuit of excellence.
The willingness to be hands-on and to do whatever it takes to get a job done well.
A serious commitment to personal accountability, regardless of outside circumstances.
A proactive manager, continually looking for ways to improve programs and systems, and avert problems.
Knowledge of international issues, women’s and children’s international human rights a plus
Ability to see possibility and transformation in the face of entrenched political and economic interests.
Enthusiastic about the creative challenge of working in a team to create a bold, empowering, and truth-telling media source.

Applicants must also be willing and able to take on special challenges associated with a new and growing enterprise, including irregular hours and pressures.

To Apply: Deadline Extended:
By 6pm Thursday, January 31st, please email cover letter and resume to ila@worldpulse.com. Please state “Global Outreach Director” in subject line. Resumes without unique cover letters will NOT be reviewed.

Candidates outside the Portland area will be considered, however you must be prepared to fully participate with the team on a regular basis via phone and Skype and fly to Portland on a bi-monthly basis at a minimum.

Applicants with backgrounds outside the US are strongly encouraged to apply.

3. Development Assistant

World Pulse Media is looking for an energetic, creative, and detail-oriented office assistant with a passion for international women’s empowerment issues to join our team as a part time employee. Applicants should be available to start in January 2008 and work until Spring of 2008, with potential for continuing on with World Pulse.

Working closely with the CEO, Development Director, and Office Manager, the development assistant will:
• Keep web-based database current
• Help Office Manager with event planning, mailings, and donor follow-up
• Assist with fundraising event coordination (managing invitations, rsvp lists, and liaising with event hosts to ensure great events)
• Assist with database and contact management for donors using SalesForce
• Assist with processing cash, check, and credit card donations to ensure impeccable accounting records and donor follow-up
• Help maintain the headquarters of a small office by organizing office materials, filing, and keeping an impeccable and tidy work space
• Provide some Executive assistance to the CEO, helping to arrange travel details, forwarding messages, etc.

This is an excellent entry-level learning experience for those interested in technology, social networking, non-profit management, and global issues through the perspective of women.

Required Qualifications:
Consistent availability 20 hours per week, during regular business hours (M-F, 9 am – 6 pm)in Northwest Portland Office
Excellent typing and computer skills
Excellent one-on-one communication skills, including clear and kind etiquette in email and letters, speaking on the phone and in person
Ability to work independently as well as the ability to ask for help when needed
Proficiency in online communications and Microsoft Office / Excel
Reliable, consistent access to computer/Internet
Event coordination experience – a plus!
Knowledge of SalesForce or major database experience - a plus
Love to label and organize and file – a plus!
Value a global perspective, love international books and music – a plus!
Sense of humor and patience – huge plus!

Compensation: Entry-level, hourly
To apply: Deadline Extended: Please send cover letter and resume to Ila Asplund, ila@worldpulse.com by end of day January 31, 2008. Resumes without unique cover letters will NOT be reviewed.




Volunteer

We are always interested in learning about individuals with valuable skills who are passionate about broadcasting the leading voices of women and youth globally. For future consideration or collaboration, please send a letter of introduction and résumé to ila@worldpulse.com.

We currently have ongoing volunteer and internship openings available. For Editorial Assistant Internships, please contact our Managing Editor, Maria Jett.

We are also seeking Data Entry and Office Assistants. These positions are unpaid, but there is room for growth into ongoing work for the right candidate. If you are interested in being considered for these opportunities, please email Ila Asplund, Office manager, with a copy of your résumé and a short letter of introduction/interest. We will contact you as soon as possible!

Consultant Clusters
If you are a consultant in marketing, public relations, business development, facilitation, technology, etc, and are interested in joining one of our pro bono consultant clusters, please submit a letter of introduction and résumé, including references, to ila@worldpulse.com.

Translator Bank
If you are interested in being added to our volunteer translator bank, please submit a letter of introduction and résumé including your language skills, to ila@worldpulse.com. Our translators help bring more vibrant voices to World Pulse and bring World Pulse to more vibrant communities.

Healing Bank
If you are interested in being added to our volunteer healing bank (massage therapist, acupuncturist, reiki, chiropractic, etc) please submit a letter of introduction and references to ila@worldpulse.com. Our healers generously gift a healing session twice a year to traveling international change makers and World Pulse staff.