Web Developer
Web Developer (1 position available)
About this Opportunity
Are you someone who believes in empowering youth to impact their communities both in Canada and abroad? The organizing committee for TEDxYouth Toronto is looking for a Web Developer to work in collaboration with Project Teams to continue to improve our website (www.tedxyouthtoronto.ca) and explore new methods of increasing the event’s web presence. You will be a key driver of TEDxYouth@Toronto by maximizing the use of IT tools to improve our productivity. You will also have creative freedom in defining the online presence for TEDxYouth@Toronto.
Overall Responsibilities
- Identify, prioritize and implement website enhancements
- Work closely with designers to translate design elements and themes into website implementation
- Support other teams (e.g., outreach team) with website need when required (e.g., setting up of application forms)
- Work closely with social media community manager to ensure consistent content on both platforms
- Advise on IT tool selection for other teams (e.g., project management, analytic software) and perform any integration of tools with the website if applicable (e.g., Mailchimp integration on sign-up forms)
- Investigate new methods of increase overall web presence
- Maintain website and email support
We are looking for someone who has the following experience/skills:
- Eager to implement new web-based ideas
- Experienced in reponsive web design, HTML5, CSS, PHP, JQuery, Javascript, WordPress theme development and maintenance, database management
- Experience with Photoshop / GIMP, Illustrator / Inkscape, and graphic design skills are preferable
- Has preferably worked within a non-profit organization/setting in the past
- Very passionate about community development and youth leadership
- Excellent interpersonal and organization skills
Applications for this position are now closed.
