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Join the Kids at Risk Action Team and make a difference in the lives of at-risk children. Please see the list of current opportunities below and let us know how you’d like to help.
Project Manager for Upcoming Book
Are you or someone you know a project manager looking for your next volunteer opportunity?
Our nonprofit is writing a book identifying and solving the problems of child abuse and child protection in America.
KARA needs a project manager to help with organization and resource management for 5 or more hours/week for at least 3 months?
Duties and Responsibilities
Creating long- and short-term plans, including setting targets for milestones and adhering to deadlines
Assisting in the definition of project scope and goals
Making effective decisions when presented with multiple options for how to progress with the project
Serving as a point of contact for teams when multiple units are assigned to the same project to ensure team actions remain in synergy
Performing quality control on the project throughout development to maintain the standards expected
Adjusting schedules and targets on the project as needed
Motivating people involved in the project to complete tasks on time
Skills and Qualifications
Proven leadership skills
Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills
Problem-solving skills
Time management skills
Friendly and approachable
Apply at: https://www.cognitoforms.com/KidsAtRiskAction/BookProjectManagerVolunteerApplication
Editor for Upcoming Book
Are you or someone you know an accomplished editor looking for your next volunteer opportunity? Our nonprofit is writing a book identifying and solving the problems of child abuse and child protection in America and we your expertise to assist with reviewing, editing and writing content.
Duties & Responsibilities
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Read, edit, and write content so that it is correct and understandable to the reader
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Verify facts cited in material for publication
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Work with the author to develop content in keeping with the publication’s style and editorial policy
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Review and mark up page proofs and online content
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Ensure content meets industry standards
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Attend meetings to review book schedules and discuss any issues
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Work with Project Manager and author to ensure work meets publication timelines.
Skills and Qualifications
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Proven editing skills
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Attention to detail
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Understanding of book publishing norms and guidelines
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Problem-solving skills
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Time management skills
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Friendly and approachable
Time Commitment
Minimum 5 hours/week for at least 3 months
Apply at: https://www.cognitoforms.com/KidsAtRiskAction/BookEditorVolunteerApplication