Volunteer Human Resources Specialist with Animana & Hecho por nosotros

This is an opportunity to work with an Ashoka Fellow

Ashoka Fellows are leading social entrepreneurs that have been taken through a rigorous selection process, testing the quality of their ideas and character, to become part of the Ashoka Fellowship and Network. Ashoka Fellows take on the challenges of building innovative system change ideas to make and spread social impact in a world wrought with challenges. They refuse to let the ‘impossible’ stand in their way to creating a better world.

This is an unpaid, volunteer opportunity

About The Affiliated Organization

The textile and creative industries touch every layer of society, yet remain among the world’s most polluting and exploitative sectors. Hecho por Nosotros (HxN) exists to transform this reality. Founded by Adriana Marina, PhD in Economics and Ashoka Fellow, HxN is a UN ECOSOC-accredited NGO with 17 years of experience advancing a fair, regenerative, and inclusive creative economy—one where indigenous knowledge is protected, artisans are recognized as innovators, and technology strengthens communities. Together with our sister organization animaná, a certified B Corp social enterprise and ethical fashion brand, we have connected 8,500+ artisans, 20,000+ natural fiber producers, and 80+ organizations across Latin America, Africa, and Asia. Our work sits at the intersection of fashion, culture, technology, and systemic change, with an international presence through the United Nations, Ashoka, AI for Good, Erasmus+, UNEP, and Stanford. At the heart of our work is the convergence of Artificial Intelligence and Ancestral Intelligence—using innovation to preserve knowledge, strengthen communities, and transform global value chains. We are not simply an NGO. We are a platform, a fellowship, and a movement – made by us, for all of us. @hechoxnosotros | @animanaonline

For more information, please visit https://www.hechoxnosotros.org/

Job Description

Hecho por Nosotros (HxN) is seeking a Human Resources Professional to support the development and coordination of its international volunteer community. The role focuses on recruitment, onboarding, volunteer engagement, team coordination, performance follow-up, and organizational development. The Volunteer will contribute to creating a positive, inclusive, and well-organized volunteer experience while helping HxN strengthen its internal people-management practices. The position combines HR coordination, communication, organizational planning, and people development within a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment. The key responsibilities of this position are as follows: The Volunteer will support recruitment and selection processes, including reviewing applications, coordinating interviews, communicating with candidates, and maintaining organized volunteer records. The role will contribute to onboarding processes and the integration of new volunteers, ensuring that participants understand their roles, responsibilities, areas of work, and organizational dynamics. The Volunteer will also support volunteer engagement and retention through regular communication, follow-up, feedback collection, and coordination with team leaders. Responsibilities may include:

monitoring volunteer participation and progress, identifying areas for improvement, supporting performance and development processes, and contributing to initiatives that strengthen collaboration, motivation, and team culture.

The role will further assist in developing and improving HR procedures, internal documentation, surveys, and people-management tools, while contributing to a positive and inclusive organizational environment across HxN’s international volunteer network.

After completing an initial 6-month volunteer period, participants may request a certificate acknowledging their collaboration with Hecho por Nosotros (HxN) and animaná, including the area in which they contributed and the tasks and responsibilities carried out during their experience with the organization.

Volunteer Logistics

Estimated hours required per week: 10–15 hours/week

The estimated duration of the project is: 6-12 months

This position is Virtual (Remote)

Language Requirements

English; Spanish

Desired Skills And Experience

Degree or advanced studies in Human Resources, Psychology, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, Management, Sociology, International Relations, or a related field.Strong interest in recruitment, talent management, volunteer management, organizational development, or people operations. Knowledge of onboarding, volunteer engagement, performance follow-up, feedback processes, and team coordination. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with people from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds. Ability to organize and manage information, processes, and deadlines simultaneously. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify organizational needs and propose practical improvements. Strong written and verbal English and Spanish communication skills.