Hindus for Human Rights (HfHR) is a nonprofit nonpartisan organization founded in 2019. We advocate for pluralism and civil and human rights in South Asia and North America, rooted in the values of our Hindu faith: shanti (peace), nyaya (justice), and satya (truth). We provide a Hindu voice of resistance to caste, Hindutva (Hindu nationalism), racism, and all forms of bigotry and oppression. Our vision is a world defined by lokasangraha (the universal common good) — where there is peace among all people, and our planet is honored and protected.
Your Role:
We are seeking an Operations and Administrative Assistant to help strengthen and maintain the internal systems that support our advocacy and programs. In this role, you will work closely with senior staff to keep our day-to-day operations running smoothly, while also contributing to longer-term planning and organizational growth.
Your Responsibilities:
Operations Support
- Provide administrative and logistical support for virtual and in-person meetings and events
- Manage and update internal databases and donor management systems (e.g., Donorbox, EveryAction); perform data cleaning, merge duplicates, and train staff on usage
- Organize and maintain internal documents, including receipts, contracts, proposals, and board materials
- Support hiring processes by managing applicant communications, compiling applications, and coordinating onboarding for new staff and board members
- Manage payroll systems, employee benefits (health, dental, vision, 401k), and employee handbook updates
- Coordinate quarterly Board meetings: prepare meeting packets, agendas, and compile departmental updates
- Manage HfHR account logins, digital security protocols, and provide technical support for internal systems and software.
- Coordinate travel arrangements as required.
- Coordinate reimbursements and financial communications between accountant, staff, and board.
- Scheduling internal training, staff development projects, yearly goal setting documentation, and performance reviews.
- Support physical mailings in coordination with communications and finance teams.
- Monitor HfHR’s organizational email account (info@hindusforhumanrights.org) and respond to messages
- Support the implementation and coordination of individual fundraising development.
- Perform donor research and compile donor profiles
- Draft donor emails and follow-up messages
- Staff executive director and board members during fundraising calls.
- Support end of year fundraising management, mailings, letters, etc.
- Support the Executive Director and Deputy Executive Director with scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
- Prepare meeting materials and take meeting notes and follow ups as needed.
- Assist with organizing events, presentations, and special projects.
Skills and Requirements:
You are creative, professional, self-motivated, personable, innovative, open to critique, and a team player, with the ability to work with a broad range of stakeholders. A thriving passion for social justice and our mission are vital – and so is a sense of humor!
You do NOT need to identify as Hindu for this role. We invite and encourage applications from underrepresented groups in the advocacy space: women, LGBTQ+ people, disabled people, and those from caste-oppressed communities.
Qualifications:
- 1-2 years work experience with a nonprofit organization or for-profit company involving operations and logistical support
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize effectively, and work independently.
- Discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information.
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills with strong attention to detail.
- Working knowledge of Google Docs, Excel, Everyaction, Zoom, and Squarespace.
- Passion for faith based human rights advocacy.
Bonus, but not required:
- Working proficiency in one or more South Asian languages.
- Bachelor's degree.
- 1-2 years of experience in nonprofit human resources
Work/Office/Travel Requirements
This is a full-time, fully remote role. Salary Range: $22-$25 /hr Preference for working East Coast (ET hours). There may be meetings and engagements in evenings and/or weekends.
At this time, we are only able to hire U.S. citizens or individuals with U.S. work authorization.
Please email all applications with resume and cover letter to hiring@hindusforhumanrights.org
