GLOBAL ARTIVISM – CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
Position
Global Artivism Month Specialist
Position Details
- Location: Remote (open globally)
- Priority Preference: Candidates from the Global South
- Type: Independent Contractor
- Duration: 1 June – 31 December 2026 (7 months)
- Time Zones: Flexible (with scheduled global coordination calls)
- Compensation: USD $3,500 – $5,000 per month
About Global Artivism
Global Artivism is a Global Majority‑led movement that uses arts and culture as a tool for justice, environmental change, and collective liberation.
The movement connects artists, activists, and cultural workers worldwide to:
- Mobilise communities
- Shift narratives
- Drive systemic change
Core principles include:
- Global Majority leadership and South–South solidarity
- Distributed leadership and shared power
- Culture as strategy
- Intersectional, community‑centered approach
- Transparency and accountability
About the Role
The Global Artivism Month Specialist will lead the coordination and delivery of Global Artivism Month, a major global campaign scheduled for October or November 2026.
The role focuses on:
- Programme coordination
- Partner engagement across regions
- Toolkit development
- Campaign delivery and reporting
Key Responsibilities
Campaign Planning and Coordination
- Develop and manage the full campaign workplan and timeline
- Coordinate internal teams and align workstreams
- Identify risks and resolve challenges early
- Manage budgets and resource allocation
- Track and report campaign progress
Partner and Community Mobilisation
- Engage global partners, networks, and communities
- Coordinate regional participation and collaboration
- Facilitate Steering Committee engagement
- Develop onboarding materials and campaign kits
- Maintain consistent communication with partners
Toolkit Development
- Lead creation of the Artivism practice toolkit
- Coordinate contributors and content production
- Ensure representation of diverse Global South perspectives
- Collaborate with communications teams on design and distribution
Documentation and Reporting
- Document campaign progress and outcomes
- Produce post‑campaign analysis report
- Support grant and impact reporting
- Ensure structured handover of materials
Required Qualifications
- Experience managing campaigns or complex programmes in multi‑stakeholder environments
- Strong project management skills (planning, tracking, delivery)
- Experience mobilising communities and partners
- Strong written communication skills in English
- Familiarity with digital collaboration tools (e.g. Google Workspace, Slack, ClickUp)
- Commitment to Global Artivism values and mission
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in arts, cultural activism, or social justice campaigns
- Familiarity with Global South communities and networks
- Experience developing toolkits or distributed resources
- Experience working with global, cross‑regional teams
- Multilingual ability (strongly valued)
Work Arrangement
- Contractor sets own schedule and working style
- Must participate in scheduled meetings across time zones
- Responsible for own taxes, insurance, and compliance in country of residence
- May work with other clients during contract period
What They Offer
- Opportunity to work within a global network of artists, activists, and changemakers
- Access to learning spaces and professional development
- Flexible remote working environment
Application Requirements
Submit the following:
- CV (maximum 2 pages)
- Short written response (300–400 words) answering:
- About yourself beyond your CV
- What you would bring to Global Artivism Month and relevant experience
- One reference (name, relationship, contact details)
How to Apply
📧 Send applications to: [email protected]
📌 Subject line: Global Artivism Month Specialist
Application Deadline
📅 17 May 2026 (midnight SAST)
Selection Process
- Shortlisting by 25 May 2026
- Up to two rounds of interviews
- Panels include Global Council and Secretariat members
Important Note
- Accommodation support is available upon request
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted