Wordpress Specialist (Volunteer)

Position: Wordpress Specialist (Volunteer)
Location: Remote, US-based organization
Duration: Short term (1-2 months setup) or medium/long term (6+ months setup +maintenance

About Wevise
Wevise is a US-based nonprofit founded in 2022 on a simple mission: to make careers in technology more attainable and create diverse, inclusive communities where everyone belongs.

Our first program—a mentorship platform launched in June 2023—connects people seeking personal or professional guidance in tech with mentors ready to support them, especially those from disadvantaged communities or with additional barriers.

We’re not just building programs; we’re building a movement. Our team is made up of passionate volunteers who believe mentorship can open doors and change lives.

Why Volunteer With Us?

• Unique learning model: Every role is paired with a mentor–mentee collaboration. You’ll not only contribute but also learn directly from experienced professionals.
• Real impact: Your work will help us reach more mentees and mentors, ensuring that underrepresented groups can thrive in tech.
• Career growth: Gain hands-on experience working in a startup-like environment within the tech industry.
• Flexible; remote: Contribute from anywhere, on your own schedule, while building a strong network.

The Role: WordPress Website Designer Front-End Developer

Our WordPress site is already live — now we’re ready for the next phase. We’re looking for a creative, early-career WordPress specialist who wants hands-on experience redesigning and elevating a nonprofit website.

This is ideal for someone who:

• Wants to build a strong portfolio piece
• Is looking for mentorship and real-world experience
• Comes from a community with limited access to paid opportunities
• Enjoys design, UX, and front-end development
• Wants to contribute to a mission that expands access to tech careers

You’ll work on:

Website Redesign; Theming

• Refreshing the visual design, theme, and overall “skin” of Wevise.org
• Improving layout, typography, color systems, and user experience
• Creating or customizing WordPress themes to match updated branding
• Ensuring the site feels modern, accessible, and aligned with our mission

Front-End Development

• Implementing responsive, mobile-friendly layouts
• Building reusable components and templates
• Enhancing site performance, accessibility, and usability

Ongoing Improvements (optional long-term path)

• Updating pages and launching new content with the Marketing team
• Collaborating with our Graphic Designer to bring new ideas to life
• Monitoring site performance and making iterative improvements
• Supporting organic SEO improvements (training provided if needed)

What You’ll Bring:

• We welcome early-career developers — you do not need to meet every requirement.
• Experience with WordPress theming, customization, or front-end development
• Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and basic JavaScript
• An eye for clean, modern design and user-friendly layouts
• Interest in UX, accessibility, and responsive design
• Ability to collaborate, communicate, and ask questions
• Curiosity, initiative, and a desire to grow your skills

Bonus (not required):

• Experience with Elementor, Divi, or other page builders
• Basic SEO knowledge
• Experience working with nonprofits or mission-driven projects

What You’ll Gain:

• A portfolio-ready redesign of a real nonprofit website
• Mentorship from experienced professionals
• A meaningful role that directly supports underrepresented communities
• A recommendation, LinkedIn endorsement, and real-world experience
• A supportive team that wants you to succeed