BE A BI+ STAR: WORK FOR ROBYN OCHS!

Part-Time, Flexible Administrative Assistant

ABOUT ROBYN

Robyn Ochs is an educator, speaker, grassroots advocate, and editor of Bi Women Quarterly and two anthologies: the 42-country collection Getting Bi: Voices of Bisexuals Around the World and RECOGNIZE: The Voices of Bisexual Men. She has spoken in 49 U.S. states and 22 countries, and crafted the widely used definition of bisexuality embraced by bi+ activists around the world. Named by Teen Vogue as one of "9 Bisexual Women Who Are Making History," one of The Advocate's "50 States, 50 Heroes," and a 2024 LGBT History Icon, Robyn has been an activist for 50 years, and counting. She lives in Massachusetts with her wife, Peg Preble, whom she married in 2004. They were among the very first same-sex couples legally wed in the U.S.

TEN THINGS ASSISTANTS HAVE SAID THEY LOVE ABOUT WORKING FOR ROBYN

  • Meaningful work, right now: you're directly supporting vital LGBTQIA+ education and advocacy at a moment when it matters more than ever.

  • Real schedule flexibility: most hours can be done whenever and wherever works for you.

  • A toolkit-building job: you'll touch everything from event logistics to correspondence to research, building skills that transfer to almost any career.

  • Creative outlet: design social media graphics, handouts, and presentations, with real room to put your own style into it.

  • Front-row seat to the bi+ and LGBTQ+ movement: staying plugged into the latest conversations, research, and culture as part of the job.

  • Connection to campuses and communities: work directly with ERGs, LGBTQ+ centers, and student groups across the country, building a network of activists and organizers.

  • Learning from a movement veteran: 50 years of activism means built-in mentorship, stories, and perspective you won't get anywhere else.

  • A casual, low-stress environment: no office politics, no hierarchy to navigate, just one down-to-earth boss.

  • (If local): In-person time happens at Robyn's home in Jamaica Plain, with feline coworkers, snacks and all-gender bathrooms.

  • A genuine friendship: Robyn treats assistants as collaborators, not just staff, and many stay in touch long after the job ends.

THE POSITION

Robyn seeks a self-motivated, organized, dependable, and innovative administrative assistant to support her speaking, writing, and advocacy work. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, and comfort with email, social media, and basic design/office tools (e.g., Microsoft Word/Excel, Canva or similar, WordPress) is a plus.

Approximately 5–8 hours per week, flexible. Most work can be done at the time and place of your choosing, with occasional coordination time in Jamaica Plain, MA, if you live in the area. Start date: flexible, as soon as possible.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

  • Seek out and coordinate speaking engagements for Robyn.

  • Design handouts, slide presentations, and graphics.

  • Help keep Robyn's social media and website up to date.

  • Correspond with schools, campuses, workplaces, and organizations interested in booking Robyn's programs.

  • Create itineraries and coordinate logistics of Robyn's speaking trips.

  • Write, prepare, and proofread outreach mailings and contracts.

  • Prepare and send invoices for speaking engagements.

  • Help manage email and prioritize a busy inbox.

  • Maintain a speaking calendar and online contact databases.

  • Keep organizational systems running smoothly.

DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

  • Creativity, and comfort with graphic design for social media, website, and PowerPoint presentations.

  • Ability to maintain a website (Squarespace).

  • Ability to design a PowerPoint presentation.

  • Familiarity with email marketing tools (Mailjet or similar).

  • Excellent written communication skills.

  • Ability to self-motivate, prioritize tasks, and work independently.

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

  • Discretion handling sensitive/personal information.

  • Ability to speak knowledgeably about Robyn's work and advocacy.

  • Genuine interest in LGBTQIA+ issues and advocacy.

TO APPLY

Email a cover letter, your resume, and a short paragraph explaining why you'd be a great fit for this position to robyn@robynochs.com by September 25. Interviews will take place the week of October 5. Position starts by the end of October.

Robyn welcomes applicants of all sexual orientations, genders, gender identities, races/ethnicities, sizes, and abilities.