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Published 9/16/25 8:34PM

Volunteer Compliance Specialist Officer (California only)

Women of Color on the Move
Remote, Volunteer must be in California, US
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    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    Time Commitment Expected working hours (e.g., 10–15 hours per week, flexible schedule). Remote only. Ethical Commitment Adhering to WOCOTM’s mission, values, and code of conduct.
    Recurrence:
    One time only
    Volunteers Needed:
    5
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    International Volunteers
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    21+

    Description

    Roles of a Compliance Specialist Officer (California – WOCOTM )

    1. Regulatory Compliance (California & Federal)
      • Ensure WOCOTM meets California state nonprofit laws, IRS 501(c)(3) requirements, and annual filings.
      • Maintain good standing with regulatory bodies (California Attorney General, Secretary of State, IRS).
      • Oversee adherence to employment laws (EEOC, wage & hour, workplace safety).
    2. Grant & Donor Compliance
      • Review grant agreements to ensure WOCOTM follows all donor funding rules.
      • Monitor proper documentation of grant expenditures and reporting timelines.
      • Prevent misuse or misallocation of donor funds.
    3. Policy & Procedure Development
      • Develop and update internal compliance policies (anti-fraud, whistleblower, conflict of interest).
      • Ensure HR and operations policies align with state, federal, and international standards.
      • Maintain the employee/volunteer handbook and ensure policies are reviewed annually.
    4. Training & Awareness
      • Conduct training for staff and volunteers on compliance (anti-harassment, data protection, safeguarding).
      • Educate teams on donor requirements, ethical behavior, and reporting obligations.
    5. Risk Monitoring & Reporting
      • Identify potential risks (legal, financial, reputational) and recommend corrective action.
      • Maintain risk registers and ensure issues are escalated to the Board.
      • Conduct compliance audits and prepare reports for leadership.
    6. Data Protection & Confidentiality
      • Ensure compliance with privacy laws (California Consumer Privacy Act – CCPA).
      • Oversee protection of volunteer and beneficiary data.
    7. Board & Executive Support
      • Advise the Board of Trustees and Executive Director on compliance matters.
      • Prepare compliance reports for board meetings.
      • Ensure board members meet governance requirements (conflict disclosures, term limits, filings).

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer must be in California, US
    Associated Location
    Sacramento, CA, USA

    Express Your Interest in This Opportunity

    Instructions:

    Application Instructions

    Interested candidates should submit the following:

    1. A current CV/resume highlighting relevant experience.
    2. A brief cover letter (max 1 page) explaining why you are interested in this role and how your skills align with WOCOTM’s mission.

    📩 Please send your application to [ contact@thewomenofcoloronthemove.org cc hr@thewomenofcoloronthemove.org) with the subject line:

    Application – Compliance Specialist Officer (California)

    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage.

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