Volunteer Main Editor Role at Remineralize the Earth

Description

We are looking for applicants based in North America only and can work Eastern Standard Time (EST).

Our main editor for the last 7 years has just departed. His background was a PhD in the Philosophy of Science. He was also able to format the articles on WordPress, and while that would be ideal, we would consider an additional volunteer for that role.

Who we are

Remineralize the Earth (RTE) is a woman-led, international nonprofit based in Northampton, MA.

Remineralization utilizes finely ground rock dust and sea-based minerals to restore soils and forests, produce higher yields and more nutritious food, and store carbon in soils to stabilize the climate. Through our education and outreach, projects, research, and advocacy Remineralize the Earth facilitates a worldwide movement that brings together gardeners and farmers, scientists and policymakers, and the public to create better soils, better food, and a better planet.

Please take a look at our website: https://remineralize.org/

Position Description

The editor will be working closely with the Executive Director, while this position is remote, you will be working with the Executive Director once a week for 1-2 hours.

A native or fluent English speaker is preferred as you will be working together with the Executive Director and things move along quickly.

We would hope to have a candidate who will volunteer with us ongoing.

Description of the position and tasks include:

Editing website content with the intention of posting three articles per month. The articles will include feature articles, news items, and a blog, depending on the content. Please take a look at the articles currently on the website to be able to see the content you will be formatting and the quality of editing that we are looking for. The Editor will work with the Executive Director on Zoom.

Requirements:

• Reliable access to high-speed internet and a laptop/computer
• Must be able to work with the Executive Director once per week for 1-2 hours. Our Executive Director is located in Northampton Massachusetts, the ideal time to work together is Monday-Friday 2 PM-5 PM EST.
• Passionate about the environment, regenerative agriculture, or food sustainability.

To apply, email your resume/CV, a LinkedIn URL, and why you'd like to join RTE to jcampe@remineralize.org.

Thanks!

Joanna Campe

Executive Director

Remineralize the Earth

Email: jcampe@remineralize.org

http://www.remineralize.org

Book

Geotherapy: Innovative Methods of Soil Fertility Restoration, Carbon Sequestration, and Reversing CO2 Increase

Open Access: doi.org/10.1201/b13788