About the Company
Who we are & What do we believe?
Arcadia is a non-profit international NGO based in Geneva, Switzerland, with 238 members across seven continents. Our mission is to make university-level education accessible to all, free from financial, social, geographical, or political barriers. Through the work of over 70 international researchers, we provide high-quality academic content across diverse disciplines. We also promote global appreciation for art by addressing contemporary issues through exhibitions and highlighting major art events worldwide. We believe in the transformative power of education and art to build a more enlightened world. Arcadia embraces diversity and welcomes individuals of all backgrounds, fostering inclusion and global collaboration.
Wherever you are, whoever you are!
We believe that the internet is one of the greatest resources humanity has achieved, giving us the opportunity to exceed our physical boundaries. Arcadia welcomes all; regardless of gender, ethnicity, and age. We embrace diversity and as an international NGO with more than 79 different nationalities, our aim is to support diversity within our teams and allow people all around the world to have the opportunity to join and contribute and grow in their fields of interest.
Key Responsibilities
Website Design & Page Creation
Create and update website pages using Wix, ensuring they are visually consistent, responsive, and aligned with Arcadia’s brand guidelines.
Implement layouts, visual elements, and interactions that enhance usability and accessibility across devices.
Wix Customization & Enhancements
Customize website components using Wix tools and basic coding (e.g. Velo by Wix, HTML, CSS) under guidance from senior team members.
Apply predefined design patterns and components to maintain consistency across the site.
Content Updates & Maintenance
Regularly update content, images, and layout elements in coordination with the content team.
Perform routine site maintenance to ensure pages function correctly and display properly.
Troubleshooting & Support
Identify and resolve basic technical or layout issues within the Wix platform.
Escalate more complex issues to senior designers or the Web Design Manager when needed.
Skills and Competencies Required
Web Design Fundamentals
Solid understanding of UI/UX principles, responsive design, and visual hierarchy.
Ability to translate content and requirements into clean, user-friendly page layouts.
Wix Platform Proficiency
Hands-on experience using Wix for website creation and editing.
Good familiarity with Velo by Wix and website customization concepts.
Technical Foundation
Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, sufficient to implement simple customizations and adjustments within Wix.
Ability to follow technical instructions and design standards provided by senior team members.
Collaboration, Communication & Delivery Expectations
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders while maintaining responsiveness, consistency, quality of delivery, and timely completion of assigned work.
Strong awareness of accessibility standards, proactive issue resolution, and the ability to appropriately escalate risks or operational concerns when necessary.
Openness to feedback and willingness to learn and improve.
Qualifications
Minimum 1–2 years of professional experience using Wix for website design and content management.Candidates without Wix experience should have at least 2–3 years of experience in a comparable web design role and demonstrate the ability to learn Wix quickly.
Demonstrated understanding of web design best practices, including responsive design and usability.
Basic knowledge of Velo by Wix will be welcome, good working knowledge in HTML, CSS is a plus.
In-depth experience in website performance optimization, encompassing aspects such as load speed, SEO fundamentals, and ensuring full responsiveness across devices.
Fluency in English (written and spoken).
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to build relationships with senior leadership, employees, volunteers, and external stakeholders.
Comfortable with part-time commitment, contributing 8–10 hours (20%) per week, with availability for remote work, selecting your own working hours
A professional, reliable, and collaborative working style, aligned with Arcadia’s values of inclusivity, integrity, and excellence.
What We Offer
An online certificate with an international serial number after completing one year at Arcadia.
Access to Arcadia's Executive Education Certificate Program, which includes six courses totaling 64 hours, specifically tailored for your role, with international certification.
Access to a global network of seasoned professionals and consultants, offering tailored support to help you grow, excel, and advance in your area of expertise.
We promise you a green world, a new feature. Join a fully net-zero carbon emission organisation committed to supporting a greener world.
Flexible working hours based on project deadlines. You must be available to work 8-10 hours per week, with the flexibility to choose your working hours.
The chance to be part of our volunteer organisation, contributing to Arcadia's humanitarian mission to provide education for all.
Possibility of contract renewal with advancement at your field at the end of your 1 year according to evaluation of the Arcadia Board.
The opportunity to work remotely, providing flexibility and the ability to balance your work with other commitments.
The chance to work with a diverse team of individuals from around the world, supporting the organisation's commitment to inclusivity and diversity.
Being credited with your name, picture and also being credited in the '' Team '' section.
Training sessions from our valuable and well-experienced team members.
Being part of our volunteer-based organisation, and the satisfaction of contributing and doing good to the world.
Arcadia is an equal opportunity provider. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status and other legally protected characteristics.
Read To Take Next Step?
Position: Recruitment Officer
Department: Human Resources
Location: Remote
Contract: Volunteer
Start Date: As Soon As Possible
Recruitment Notice:
Please note that Arcadia does not accept any applications submitted via personal email. Likewise, no authorised member of our recruitment team will contact you from a personal or non-Arcadia email address.
All official correspondence regarding your application will be conducted exclusively through verified @byarcadia.org domain email accounts. Once you submit your application through the designated platform, our Recruitment Officers will review your materials and, if shortlisted, invite you to the next stage of the recruitment process via an official @byarcadia.org email.
All interviews are conducted online by Arcadia’s international HR staff. Arcadia does not organise in-person interviews or request any form of payment, financial transaction, or transfer of funds at any stage of the recruitment process.
Any individual or entity inviting you to an onsite interview or requesting financial transactions does not represent Arcadia and should be regarded as unauthorised.
If you receive any suspicious communication, please report it immediately to us by our chat support.