People Operations Assistant (Remote)

Laudato Si Movement; Roma; Ibrido; EUR 30.000 - 45.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A prominent nonprofit organization based in Italy is seeking a People Operations Assistant to support HR functions, coordinate onboarding, and manage volunteer activities. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of relevant experience, particularly in mission-driven settings. Proficiency in tools like Freshteams, Google Workspace, and strong communication skills are essential. The role offers a collaborative working environment and the chance to contribute to a faith-based mission.

Servizi

Collaborative working environment

Supporting a faith-based mission

Competenze

• 2 years of experience in similar positions, preferably in nonprofits.
• Deep understanding of Human Resources processes.
• Proficiency in English and Spanish.

Mansioni

• Post job ads and screen candidates.
• Coordinate onboarding sessions and follow up with managers.
• Support training plan development and volunteer coordination.

Conoscenze

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Google Workspace

Understanding of employment laws

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Management, Work Relations, Social Work or related

Strumenti

Freshteams

Microsoft Office

Zoom

Slack

Descrizione del lavoro

About LSM

Laudato Si’ Movement (LSM) is an international network of 900 Catholic organizations and thousands of grassroots leaders working together to care for our common home and advance climate and ecological justice. We strive to be led by the Holy Spirit and find joy and support in our faith and each other. We act at the forefront of faith-based efforts to protect the environment, and our work is very fast‑paced, with multiple projects and priorities managed daily. We enjoy a collaborative working environment where everyone is committed to tackling the planetary crisis with courage and love. As Pope Francis said in Laudato Si’, we believe that “truly, much can be done!”

About this position

The People Operations Assistant will provide essential administrative and operational support to the team, ensuring accurate, timely, and confidential execution of the people operations processes. This role will support key People Operations projects, initiatives, and tasks, ensuring a positive, inclusive, and healthy working environment.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment

• Post job ads on the Freshteams portal and complete the screening of candidates.
• Coordinate the skills test with candidates
• Coordinate and schedule interviews with candidates
• Conduct the reference check for the assigned candidates

Onboarding

• Coordinate with the Operations Administrative Assistant on the development of the onboarding site.
• Coordinate the onboarding sessions: develop the agenda, define participants, speakers, dates, and times.
• Follow up with managers on the onboarding of new team members.
• Remind managers about the completion of the 90‑day Review.

Performance

• Follow up with staff on completing the Mid‑year Review and Annual Reflection

Training and Development

• Support the People Operations Manager in the development of a training plan.
• Support the People Operations Manager in the coordination of the manager’s call: prayer, topics, etc.

Volunteer Coordination

• Receive requests from managers
• Start recruiting volunteers by posting the offer on Freshteams
• Update and send the volunteer agreement.
• Coordinate an onboarding session with volunteers
• Prepare the volunteer certificate and send it to the volunteer

Internal Newsletter

• Collect important information to be published in the internal newsletter.
• Coordinate with the Comms team on the internal newsletter publication.

Other

• Support specific projects and other activities indicated by the People Operations Manager.
• Provide other operational support to LSM staff and other duties as needed.

Skills and Characteristics

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Management, Work Relations, Social Work, or any other related field.
• 2 years of experience working in similar positions, preferably in nonprofits or mission‑driven organizations.
• Deep understanding of Human Resources processes and management.
• Understanding of employment laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Zoom, Slack, and Zoho.
• Proficiency in Freshteams or any other Recruitment tool/platform.
• Endorses and embodies LSM values and the Laudato Si’ paradigm in behavior and words; comfortable supporting and working in a faith‑based environment.
• Strong communication and attention to detail skills.
• Comfortable working with international teams in a diverse environment.

Desirable

• 1 year of experience in Volunteer Management
• Knowledge of Internal Communication or former experience developing internal communication tools.

Languages

• English and Spanish are necessary for this role. French, Portuguese, Italian, or Polish is desirable

Hours

40 hours per week

Location

Ecuador (or any other Latin American country), Spain, or Kenya

Type

Full‑time position

Start Date

As soon as possible

Work environment

This position will work remotely/in the office.

Application Deadline

January 16, 2026

To apply

To apply please click the Apply Now button above and submit the following materials:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter (nearly 400 words) explaining your interest in this position.