Volunteer for a startup making sustainability inclusive, human, and accessible to everyone! 🌍

Manakal empowers young people and underserved communities to become sustainability leaders through accessible, culturally-centered education and mentorship.

Environmental issues are frequently discussed in technical or institutional spaces that feel distant and exclusive, leaving many people—especially those in underserved communities—feeling disconnected from the conversation. While many young people are deeply motivated to drive change, they face systemic barriers like a lack of professional mentorship, limited access to training, and the emotional toll of "eco-anxiety" and isolation. Without inclusive entry points and supportive environments, a vast amount of community potential for climate action remains untapped.

Manakal bridges the gap between motivation and opportunity by creating people-centered pathways for sustainability learning and leadership. Our model moves beyond simple information-sharing to focus on building the mindset, confidence, and emotional resilience needed for long-term community engagement. We prioritize accessibility by breaking down complex climate topics into practical habits and using native languages rather than relying solely on English, ensuring our resources are culturally relevant and inclusive. By providing a "safe harbor" for growth that combines technical skill-building with human-centered mentorship, Manakal empowers individuals to move from overwhelmed observers to active agents of change, ensuring that local expertise and diverse voices are at the heart of the global transition to sustainability.

Role (Volunteer, unpaid): Web Developer (Wix)

Role Description: We are seeking a detail-oriented individual with strong experience using Wix to manage, improve, and expand the Manakal website. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys creating clean, user-friendly websites and wants to use their technical skills to support a meaningful global mission.

You will be responsible for maintaining our existing website, implementing new pages and features, improving user experience, ensuring the site remains up to date, and supporting future growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and regularly update the Manakal website using Wix.
• Design and build new pages while maintaining a consistent visual identity.
• Improve website navigation, layout, accessibility, and overall user experience.
• Optimise website performance, responsiveness, and loading speeds.
• Ensure the website functions seamlessly across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
• Integrate forms, databases, newsletters, and third-party applications where required.
• Assist with SEO implementation and best practices within Wix.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and resolve bugs promptly.
• Collaborate with the Communications, Design, and Leadership teams to implement new content and campaigns.
• Recommend improvements that enhance engagement, functionality, and usability.
• Maintain good website organisation, backups, and version control practices within Wix.

Essential Skills & Experience

Applicants should demonstrate experience with:

• Strong proficiency with the Wix Website Builder
• Experience with Wix Studio (highly desirable)
• Wix CMS (Content Management System)
• Dynamic pages and collections
• Responsive website design
• Wix Forms and automation
• Basic SEO implementation within Wix
• Mobile optimisation
• Website performance optimisation
• Website accessibility best practices
• Experience integrating third-party tools and services
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively

Bonus Skills

While not essential, experience in any of the following would be advantageous:

• Velo by Wix (JavaScript)
• Custom code integrations
• Google Analytics and Google Search Console
• Email marketing platform integrations
• UX/UI design
• Graphic design using Canva or Adobe Creative Suite
• Knowledge of nonprofit or sustainability organisations

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who:

• Takes pride in creating polished, professional websites.
• Is proactive and enjoys solving problems.
• Pays close attention to detail.
• Is organised and dependable.
• Communicates clearly and works well within an international remote team.
• Is excited about supporting a mission-driven organisation creating social and environmental impact.

Time Commitment

Approximately 3–5 hours per week, with flexibility depending on ongoing projects and campaigns.

What You'll Gain

• Join a global network of passionate changemakers.
• Contribute directly to projects focused on sustainability, climate action, education, and youth empowerment.
• Gain experience working with an international nonprofit organisation.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team across multiple countries.
• Receive recognition for your contribution through references, certificates, and LinkedIn recommendations based on performance.
• Build a portfolio showcasing meaningful work with real-world impact.

Ideal Candidate

This role would suit someone who already has hands-on experience building and maintaining websites in Wix and enjoys transforming ideas into intuitive, engaging digital experiences. If you're passionate about using your technical expertise to support positive social and environmental change, we'd love to hear from you.

Time Commitment: Volunteer 4-6 hours per week for 3-5 months remotely 💻

If you want to make change happen, apply to volunteer with Manakal now!