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Volunteer Web Designer: WordPress Expert for Humanitarian Organization (GEFD)
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About Green Empowerment For Development (GEFD)
Green Empowerment For Development (GEFD) is a humanitarian organization based in Yemen dedicated to sustainable development, relief, and community empowerment. We believe in the power of technology to amplify social impact. We are currently undergoing a digital transformation, migrating our presence to a professional, high-performance platform to better serve our community and connect with international donors.
Role Summary
We are seeking a talented and mission-driven Volunteer Web Designer with extensive WordPress experience to lead our website migration project. You will be responsible for moving our content from Google Sites to a new WordPress environment hosted on Microsoft Azure, ensuring a seamless, professional, and donor-friendly user experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Website Migration: Lead the transition of content and assets from Google Sites to a new WordPress installation.
- Theme Customization: Install and configure professional themes (e.g., Astra, OceanWP) to align with GEFD's branding and humanitarian identity.
- Conversion Optimization: Design high-converting landing pages focused on Conversion Efficiency for digital fundraising.
- Donation Integration: Seamlessly integrate third-party donation platforms like Global Giving, Madinah, and Tiltify.
- Technical SEO: Optimize site structure, metadata, and images for Search Engine Optimization (SEO) to maximize our Google Ad Grants reach.
- Responsive Design: Ensure the website is fully optimized for mobile devices and high-speed performance.
Qualifications & Skills
- Experience: Proven track record in designing websites for non-profit organizations or social enterprises.
- Technical Expertise: Advanced proficiency in WordPress, Elementor, and CSS.
- Strategic Mindset: Understanding of Conversion Tracking, Outbound Clicks, and donor behavior.
- Independence: Ability to work remotely and manage a project from the design phase to the "Go-Live" stage.
- Communication: Fluent in English; knowledge of Arabic is a plus but not required.
What’s In It For You?
- Humanitarian Impact: Your work will directly support relief efforts and sustainable development in Yemen.
- Professional Growth: Manage a cloud-hosted (Azure) WordPress project for a growing NGO.
- Recognition: A formal Volunteer Contract, an official certificate of appreciation, and a professional recommendation/endorsement on LinkedIn from our Founder.
- Portfolio: Feature a high-impact, international humanitarian project in your professional portfolio.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about using your technical skills for good, please apply via Idealist with:
- A brief cover letter explaining your interest in GEFD.
- A link to your Portfolio or examples of previous WordPress/Non-Profit sites.
- Your LinkedIn profile link.
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We are looking for dedicated professionals who want to apply their skills for a greater cause. To apply, please follow these steps:
- Submit Your Portfolio: Provide links to at least 2-3 WordPress projects you have completed. We are particularly interested in seeing sites designed for non-profits or those with a strong focus on Conversion Efficiency.
- Brief Cover Letter: Tell us why you are interested in supporting humanitarian work in Yemen and mention your experience (if any) with Microsoft Azure or cloud hosting.
- LinkedIn Profile: Ensure your application includes a link to your updated LinkedIn profile for professional verification.
- Initial Discovery Call: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a brief 15-minute video call to discuss the project goals, the Migration process, and technical requirements.
Please note: This is a volunteer role. While there is no financial compensation, we provide a formal Volunteer Agreement and professional recognition.
