Board Of Directors

Misha Collins

Co-Founder and Board President

Danneel Ackles

Board Member

Keith Bacon

Board Member

Michelle Henning

Board Member

Susan Markowitz

Board Member

Cinde Monsam

Board Member

Genevieve Padalecki

Board Member

Philip Schneider

Board Member

Executive Director

Rachel Miner

Executive Director

Executive Team

Jennifer Willis-Rivera

Director of Operations

Amanda Tucker

Director of Programming

David Antonelli

Director of Finance

Chris G.

Executive Liaison to the Board

Administrative Support

Sara Carothers

Executive Assistant & Assistant HR Manager

Chuck Faustine

Executive Assistant

Acts

Laura Hales

Acts Manager

Shawna Kathleen Abston

Act Proposal Officer

Nichole David

Act Proposal Officer

Communications

Jennifer Schuff

Communications Manager

Bea Arbeiter

Communications Officer - Online Compliance

Jessica Burbridge

Communications Officer - Internal Newsletter

Holli DeWees

Communications Officer - Inventory

Monica Duff

Communications Officer - Project Tracking

Gina Gajewski

Communications Officer - Compliance

Events

Alex Vincent

Events Manager

Ruby Curtis

Events Program Coordinator - Class Act

E. Rose DeMarco

Events Program Coordinator for E4K

Jean Hayes

Events Program Coordinator - AMOK

Kristen Kress

Events Coordinator

Jennifer Santangelo

Events Coordinator

Finance

David Antonelli

Director of Finance

Suzanne Jones Scrivner

Finance Manager

Miranda Debenham

Budget Analyst

Fundraising

Beverley Burrows-Pym

Fundraising Officer

Human Resources

Natalie Robinson

Human Resources Manager

Sara Carothers

Executive Assistant & Assistant HR Manager

Jennifer Goodwin

Human Resources Officer

Stephanie McCabe

HR Recruiter

Information Technology

Gerardo Sotelo-Espinoza

IT Manager

Lauren Angelini

IT Officer

Multimedia Graphic Design

Allie Nicholas

Graphic Designer

Iliana Habib

Graphic Designer

Stephanie Han

Graphic Designer - Social Media

Dharanie Hewa Battage

Graphic Designer

Multimedia Photography

Heather Middleton

Photography Editor Lead

Whitney Tressel

Photography Editor Lead

Multimedia Videography

Beth Sturrock

Video Editor Lead

Outreach

Kristin Lindsay

Outreach Manager

Paulina Fangel

Outreach Officer

Nicole Kirby

Outreach Officer

Emma Lawson

Outreach Officer - Resources and Toolkits

Partnerships

Kiernan Gladman

Grant Writer

Ori Regn

Grant Writer

Projects

Becky Christie

Special Projects Coordinator

Rea Niessen 

Project Manager

Public Relations

Jazz Charton

Public Relations Officer

Natalie Fisher

PR Officer

Christina Orieschnig

PR Officer

Social Media

Eloisa Armini

Social Media Manager

Julie Merar

Social Media Manager

Natasha Monteleone

Social Media Officer

Writing

Becky Houseman

Writing Manager

Chrisha Anderson

Staff Writer

Lisa Cerezo

Staff Writer

Ann-Kathrin Bomkamp

Copy Editor

Elizabeth Evans

Staff Writer

Dreana Ferguson

Staff Writer

Rachel Finucane

Staff Writer

Xandra Harbet

Staff Writer

Michelle Hubbard

Staff Writer

Regional Representatives

Kiri Lenagh-Glue

Regional Representative, New Zealand

Emma Beattie

Regional Representative, UK - North

Bhumika Makwana

Regional Representative, UK - South and ROI

Sarah Burnhope

Regional Representative, UK - South and ROI

Jade Wardle

Regional Representative, UK - South and ROI

Sharon Read

Regional Representative, UK - South and ROI

Darsey Meredith

Regional Representative, Canada - West

Ted Cabanes

Regional Representative, Canada - East

Rowan Meredith

Regional Representative, Canada - West

Jessica Pyle

Regional Representative, US - South East

Sara Dmytryshak

Regional Representative, US - North East

Christiana Tan

Regional Representative, US - South East

Alan Christian

Regional Representative, US - South East

Emily Rivera-Jackson

Regional Representative, US - South East

Samara Cogan

Regional Representative, US - North West

April Vian

Regional Representative, US - North West

Nicole Bosco

Regional Representative, US - South East

Heather Fath-Azam

Regional Representative, US - Great Lakes

Holly Olsen

Regional Representative, US - Great Lakes

Misty Cash

Regional Representative, US - South East

Amber Lee Kinion

Regional Representative, US - South West

Kayla Covert

Regional Representative, US - South West

Anwesha Das

Regional Representative, Asia

Riham Hallal

Regional Representative, Asia.

Marjorie Nagpacan

Regional Representative, Asia

Zahra Khan Durrani

Regional Representative, Pakistan

Vacancies

Branding Manager

Deadline: Open until filled

Description

The Branding Manager is responsible for designing and implementing proactive public relations campaigns that appropriately and effectively represent the organization in the media and other public branding methods. The Branding Department is responsible for proactively generating media coverage, as well as responding in a timely and effective manner to requests from journalists, and other media representatives. The Branding Department is also responsible for the multi-media team, which generates and manages the areas of Graphic Design, Videography, and Photography.

The Branding Manager has the overall responsibility of building and maintaining the organization’s reputation and brand in the media, ensuring that the organization is always appropriately represented and that its messages and values reach the broadest possible audience.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
    • Lead and actively participate in the promotion of Random Acts in the media
    • Develop and organize the department and the activities of the department
    • Review all media coverage about Random Acts
    • Review the writing and design of external newsletters
    • Manage the personnel in the Public Relations department
    • Review all branded and non-branded graphics generated by Graphic Design
    • Review all photo or video media created or made available for the public use
  • Keep the Director of Programming informed of problems that jeopardize the well-being of the organization or its reputation, including any potential issues, escalating this information to the Director and Leadership Team where necessary
  • Attend regular staff and departmental meetings
  • Any other projects or duties as requested by the Director of Programming

This role requires remote-working. Applicants must have regular and reliable access to the internet, as well as the motivation to dedicate their time to the organization.

If you are interested in this position, please read the job description carefully before applying for this volunteer role. You must include a resume when applying for this position.

Position Requirements

• Experience in creating and implementing PR strategies Experience in building and maintaining relationships with media contacts
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups, including staff, supporters, peers, and the public
• Ability to judge creative content to be appropriate for branding of the organization to the public
• The ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Strong interpersonal skills
• The ability to manage a team
• The ability to manage tasks or projects from implementation through to completion
• Creativity, enthusiasm, and attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, and the ability to multitask effectively
• Prefer Bachelor’s or equivalent in marketing, PR, communications, journalism, or related field
• 2 – 4 years of experience in marketing, PR, communications, or journalism

Job Description Apply for this Position

Communications Manager

Deadline: Open until filled

Description

Reporting to the Director of Programming the Communications Manager supports communication
within the Random Acts organization. The Communications Manager works with a team of
Communications Officers to ensure strong communication within the entire organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Create and manage programs and procedures to improve internal communication throughout
    the organization.
  • Work closely with the leadership team to ensure that internal communication among all
    departments is strong.
  • Manage the Communications Department staff
  • Attend regular staff and departmental meetings
  • Any other projects or duties as requested by the Director of Programming.
  • Compile and provide routine and ad hoc reports on project progress and department budgets.

This role requires remote-working. Applicants must have regular and reliable access to the internet, as well as the motivation to dedicate their time to the organization.

If you are interested in this position, please read the job description carefully before applying for this volunteer role. You must include a resume when applying for this position.

Position Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Outstanding interpersonal skills
• Excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment
• Ability to communicate with a wide variety of people
• Ability to manage people effectively
• Excellent organizational skills
• Prefer Bachelor’s degree in writing, marketing communications, communication or alternative
relevant qualification
• Prefer 2 – 4 years of experience management in a corporate or nonprofit setting.

Job Description Apply for this Position

Corporate Sponsor Officer

Deadline: Open until filled.

Description

The Partnerships Department is responsible for connecting with corporate and nonprofit
organizations to create partnerships with Random Acts. This includes creating partnership
agreements between organizations as well as researching a variety of organizations.
RESPONSIBILITIES

The Random Acts Partnerships Department is looking for a volunteer to connect with possible corporate partner organizations. This includes researching organizations, connecting with them and assisting in writing partnership agreements.

  • Research organizations for Random Acts
  • Write partnership agreements
  • Communicate with outside organizations
  • Assist the Partnerships Manager with other needs

This role requires remote-working. Applicants must have regular and reliable access to the internet, as well as the motivation to dedicate their time to the organization.

If you are interested in this position, please read the job description carefully before applying for this volunteer role. You must include a resume when applying for this position.

Position Requirements

  • Self-Starter mentality
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Strong communication skills
  • Strong writing and editorial skills
  • Ability to complete tasks with minimal direction
  • Preference given to those with a degree in business
Job Description Apply for this Position

HR Officer - Accessibility

Deadline: Open until filled.

Description

The Accessibility Coordinator will provide support to all Random Acts departments, staff and executives in ensuring that the organization is compliant in areas of accessibility and proactive in advocacy and inclusion.
RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Provide support to Random Acts staff, including creation and implementation of an accessibility plan, projecting future needs and making recommendations to ensure that the organization is proactive in advocacy.
  • Identify accessibility issues, needs, resources, and opportunities for accessibility planning relevant to Random Acts and the community.
  • Ensure compliance with best practices regarding accessibility in web content.
  • Provide support, expertise and ongoing education in disability related issues to staff.
  • Perform other job-related tasks as directed.

This role requires remote-working. Applicants must have regular and reliable access to the internet, as well as the motivation to dedicate their time to the organization.

If you are interested in this position, please read the job description carefully before applying for this volunteer role. You must include a resume when applying for this position.

Position Requirements

  • The ability to view issues from a variety of perspectives, fostering teamwork and collaboration with a variety of individuals and groups.
  • The ability to manage multiple tasks.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • The ability to develop solid working relationships between various departments and teams.
  • Efficient and effective time management and project management experiences are essential.
  • Familiarity with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 preferred
  • Experience in using and/or implementing assistive technology hardware and/or software such as screen readers, captioning systems, screen enhancement technology, EIT mobility devices, etc.
  • Familiarity with Gmail and Google docs.
  • Familiarity with the mission of Random Acts.
Job Description Apply for this Position

IT Officer

Deadline: Open until filled

Description

Reporting to the IT Manager and the Director of Programming, the Information Technology Officer is responsible for assisting the IT Manager with the proper implementation and effective use of all technology platforms involved in the organization’s operations. The Information Technology Officer assist with project management, technical oversight and general expertise to the organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Participate in implementation management for all systems used by the organization, including change management and post-implementation aftercare
  • Assist with application-specific training for end users
  • Provide technical support for the content updates of the organization’s website and subsites
  • Keep informed of new technologies and explore opportunities for improving the organization’s technology environment
  • Responsible for carrying out day-to-day IT operations, including problem resolution, downtimes, and crisis management.
  • Follow security procedures to safeguard the organization’s data/information from natural disasters as well as malicious tampering
  • Assist staff members with the technical development and maintenance of the staff intranet (Podio), including providing training sessions
  • Work with the Human Resources Manager to maintain access settings for staff members
  • Keep the IT Manager and Director of Programming informed of significant problems that jeopardize the well-being of the organization
  • Attend regular meetings as required

This role requires remote-working. Applicants must have regular and reliable access to the internet, as well as the motivation to dedicate their time to the organization.

If you are interested in this position, please read the job description carefully before applying for this volunteer role. You must include a resume when applying for this position.

Position Requirements

  • Experience and skill working with Sass, Foundation, and OBS
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks at once.
  • Commitment to continuous learning to keep abreast of changes in the technology field
  • Ability to communicate effectively with people of varying degrees of technical ability
  • Ability to manage new system implementations, including coordination and external organizations, contractors, or suppliers
  • Flexibility concerning works schedule to accommodate evening and weekend meetings
  • Experience and skill working with WordPress, PHP, Beaver Builder, CSS, HTML, JavaScript, and responsive web design
  • Understanding of website development, and activities associated with website launches/redesigns including menu architecture, web page layouts and graphic designs
  • Understanding of servers and network services and their architecture
Job Description Apply for this Position

Public Relations Officer - Press Releases

Deadline: Open until filled.

Description

The Public Relations Officers are responsible for implementing proactive public relations campaigns that appropriately and effectively represent the organization in online and traditional media. Public Relations Officers are responsible for proactively generating media coverage, as well as responding in a timely and effective manner to requests from journalists, and other media representatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Work with the Public Relations Manager to develop and implement a public relations (PR) plan and various ad hoc PR activities, including but not limited to:
    • liaising with journalists, bloggers, and other media representatives
    • writing and issuing news releases
    • establishing and maintaining positive relationships with journalists and bloggers
    • monitoring media coverage
    • designing and assembling media kits
    • writing and designing external newsletters
  • Support the Public Relations Manager in providing any communications and organization announcements to ensure staff are updated with information relevant to their departments
  • Develop and maintain an e-newsletter to be distributed to supporters
  • Keep the Public Relations Manager and Director of Programming informed of problems that jeopardize the well-being of the organization or its reputation, including any potential issues, escalating this information to the Director and Leadership Team where necessary
  • Any other projects or duties as requested by the Public Relations Manager

This role requires remote-working. Applicants must have regular and reliable access to the internet, as well as the motivation to dedicate their time to the organization.

If you are interested in this position, please read the job description carefully before applying for this volunteer role. You must include a resume when applying for this position.

Position Requirements

  • Experience in creating and implementing PR strategies
  • Experience in building and maintaining relationships with media contacts
  • Ability to work effectively with diverse groups, including staff, supporters, peers and the public
  • The ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • The ability to work independently as well as in a team
  • The ability to manage tasks or projects from implementation through to completion
  • Creativity, enthusiasm, and attention to detail
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills, and the ability to multitask effectively
  • Prefer Bachelor’s or equivalent in marketing, PR, communications, journalism or related field
  • 2 – 4 years of experience in marketing, PR, communications or journalism
Job Description Apply for this Position

Social Media Officer

Deadline: Open until filled

Description

The Social Media Officers have a critical role in developing and maintaining healthy and productive communication with the organization’s supporters and its wider audience. Reporting to the Social Media Manager(s), the Social Media Officers are responsible for maintaining Random Acts presence and reputation in the social media world, as well as facilitating communications on the social media accounts they are responsible for. The Social Media Officers are expected to provide flexibility and cover/support for the rest of the Branding Department where required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Maintain and update the Random Acts accounts on a variety of channels, including, but not limited to: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr, YouTube, Pinterest, and any other accounts that are deemed necessary by the Social Media Manager(s)
  • Work with the Social Media Manager(s) to develop and implement a social media strategy and ensuring a consistent message is shared with supporters
  • Maintain a proactive approach to communications on all social media accounts
  • Compile and report analytics on the social media accounts, to be documented on the staff intranet
  • Stay informed of upcoming trends and developments within the field of social media
  • Research potential new online social media outlets for the organization
  • Work with other teams to proofread/write articles and blogs for the website and/or social media outlets
  • Keep the Social Media Manager(s) informed of significant problems that jeopardize the well-being of the organization or its reputation, including any potential issues, so that it may be escalated to Leadership where necessary
  • Attend regular staff and departmental meetings as required
  • Any other projects or duties as requested by the Social Media Manager(s)

This role requires remote-working. Applicants must have regular and reliable access to the internet, as well as the motivation to dedicate their time to the organization.

If you are interested in this position, please read the job description carefully before applying for this volunteer role. You must include a resume when applying for this position.

Position Requirements

  • Experience in using social media as a public relations tool
  • The ability to work effectively with diverse groups, including staff, supporters, peers and the public
  • The ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, as well as strong interpersonal skills
  • Excellent computer skills
  • The ability to work independently as well as in a team, and the ability to manage tasks or
  • projects from implementation through to completion
  • Creativity, enthusiasm, and attention to detail
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
Job Description Apply for this Position

Support Network Coordinator

Deadline: Open until filled

Description

Under direction of the Outreach Manager, the Random Acts Support Network Coordinator is responsible for the creation and maintenance of the Random Acts Support Network: a section of the Random Acts website with links, toolkits and other resources on subjects such as (but not limited to) crisis support, LGBT support, self-care, conflict management and family stress.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Researching, contacting and communicating with outside non-profits and other organizations who may be potential partners for the Support Network.
  • Researching and producing toolkits for the Random Acts Support Network.
  • Regularly scheduled review and updating of existing Support Network toolkits other resources to ensure that the information is current.
  • Coordinate with the IT department as needed for the maintenance of the Random Acts Support Network.
  • Assist the Outreach Manager with any assigned tasks.

This role requires remote-working. Applicants must have regular and reliable access to the internet, as well as the motivation to dedicate their time to the organization.

If you are interested in this position, please read the job description carefully before applying for this volunteer role. You must include a resume when applying for this position.

Position Requirements

  • Familiarity with the over-all mission of Random Acts.
  • Ability to work effectively with diverse groups, including staff, supporters, peers and the public.
  • The ability to communicate effectively with an emphasis on strong writing, as well as strong interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent computer skills.
  • Excellent online research skills.
  • The ability to work independently as well as in a team.
  • Comfortable reaching out to and communicating with outside organizations and people.
  • Able to manage tasks or projects from implementation through to completion.
  • Experience working or volunteering in crisis support, counselling, social justice and/or related fields preferred.
  • Creativity, enthusiasm, and attention to detail.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Flexible schedule to accommodate occasional evening and weekend meetings.
  • Familiarity with Google docs and Gmail.
Job Description Apply for this Position

Video Editor Lead Staff

Deadline: Open until filled

Description

We are looking for a talented video editor to assemble recorded footage into a finished project that matches the organization’s vision, tells a cohesive story and is suitable for posting. This person should also be able to manage volunteer videographers (remotely) who may be on site at various events. No travel is required or expected for this position. It is expected that the applicant will already have access to the equipment and programs required to complete the job. Software/hardware will not be provided by Random Acts.
RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Manipulate and edit film pieces in a way that is invisible to the audience
  • Take a brief to grasp production team’s needs and specifications
  • Review raw material to create a story based on scenes’ value and contribution to continuity
  • Cut and put together a sequence of the film
  • Input music, dialogues, graphics and effects
  • Create rough and final cuts
  • Ensure logical sequencing and smooth running of the video
  • Consult with stakeholders from production to post-production process
  • Continuously discover and implement new editing technologies and industry’s best practices to maximize efficiency
  • Manage volunteer videographers remotely

This role requires remote-working. Applicants must have regular and reliable access to the internet, as well as the motivation to dedicate their time to the organization.

If you are interested in this position, please read the job description carefully before applying for this volunteer role. You must include a resume when applying for this position.

Position Requirements

  • Solid experience with digital technology and editing software packages
  • Demonstrable video editing ability with a strong portfolio
  • Thorough knowledge of timing, motivation and continuity
  • Familiarity with special effects, 3D and compositing
  • Creative mind and storytelling skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Degree in film studies, cinematography or related field preferred
Job Description Apply for this Position

Regional Representatives (Asia, Canada, United States, Central America, & Brazil)

Deadline: Open until filled.

Description

We’re searching for Regional Representatives to provide support to volunteers in developing project and act proposals, as well as supporting the organization and coordination of events for Random Acts within their specified geographical areas. Regional Representatives will act as a central point of contact for our volunteers and supporters by developing, promoting and facilitating acts via agreed social media forums. Regional Representatives are part of the extended volunteer team, and report in to the Regional Events Officer.

We have Regional Representative vacancies in the following regions:

  • Asia
  • Canada (Central, East, & West)
  • United States – Central (Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri, Colorado, Wyoming, South Dakota, Iowa, Minnesota)
  • United States – North East (Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, Connecticut)
  • United States – South West (California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona)
  • United States – North West (Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana)
  • Central America
  • Brazil

This role requires remote-working. Applicants must have regular and reliable access to the internet, as well as the motivation to dedicate their time to the organization.

If you are interested in this position, please read the job description carefully before applying for this volunteer role. You must include a resume when applying for this position.

Position Requirements

  • Enthusiasm and commitment to the aims and objectives of Random Acts
  • Experience of working for charitable causes or community engagement
  • Facilitation of online communities
  • Ability to deal with volunteers and act participants
  • Ability to work under the policies and procedures of Random Acts
  • Ability to act as a point of contact for individuals/groups
  • Ability to encourage people to perform acts
  • Regular access to the internet
  • Ability to speak French for Canadian Representatives is a plus
Job Description Apply for this Position