Operations Manager

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The Organization:

WhoWhatWhy is a nonprofit that doesn't take ads. We don't promote a partisan angle or push predictable views. We do dig deep, think hard, read a lot of history, ask tough questions, steer clear of establishment or consensus journalism, and write up what we find with verve. It's interesting, cool, meaningful work.

The Position: Operations Manager. You keep our entire operation running smoothly and coherently.

Please note that our organization is powered principally by volunteers, most working part-time on a consistent basis. This is a VOLUNTEER POSITION for a person who is reliable, self-motivated, creative, and passionate.

Responsibilities:

Learn how we function, then manage the Operations Department, one of our core units.

• Document, organize, and maintain projects and initiatives
• Record, analyze, and improve department performance
• Provide training and supervise other department personnel
• Communicate details of department's work to leaders of other departments
• Work alongside CEO and COO to strategize new growth and streamline operations for the organization

Requirements -

• 3-5 years experience in Operations field, at least 1-2 years of managerial experience
• Strong spoken and written English language skills
• Must be highly organized, self-motivated, and able to multi-task
• Good at managing others
• PMP certificate preferred but not required