The European Adventist Society of Religious Studies (EASTRS) is seeking a committed and skilled individual to take on the voluntary role of Webmaster. This position offers a unique opportunity to build on the remarkable legacy left by Dr. Tom de Bruin, who stepped down at the beginning of 2024 after nine years of dedicated service.
Honouring Dr. Tom de Bruin
Since March 2015, Tom has been instrumental in shaping EASTRS’ digital presence and organisational development. Together with Dr. Verrecchia, he co-wrote the society’s constitution, sourced the original logo, and created the first website for EASRS. Following the inaugural meeting in 2017, where the constitution was presented to the members, Tom updated the logo and website to reflect the society’s new name. Over the years, he managed more than 60 newsletters, supported the growth of the society to over 150 members, and, in 2020, launched the digital publishing of Spes Christiana with Reinder Bruinsma and Kerstin Maiwald, publishing eight issues to date. His tireless efforts, vision, and dedication have left an indelible mark on EASTRS. We are deeply grateful for Tom’s extraordinary contributions.
About the Role
The newly appointed Webmaster will have the opportunity to continue and further develop this important work. Key responsibilities include managing EASTRS’ digital presence, newsletters, and Spes Christiana publishing, as well as engaging with members and subscribers.
Requirements
- Membership of EASTRS (or willingness and eligibility to become a member)
- Proficiency in WordPress
- Strong command of English (editing experience preferred)
- Knowledge of internet hosting and domain management (preferred but not required)
Key Responsibilities
- Website Management: Update the WordPress site with new information, ensuring quality and consistency (1–2 hours per month).
- Newsletters: Draft and distribute newsletters to members twice a year (2–4 hours per newsletter).
- Digital Publishing: Upload and publish Spes Christiana PDFs once a year (4–8 hours per issue).
- Membership Management: Maintain and update the membership list and Spes Christiana subscribers list (approximately 30 minutes per week).
- Email Monitoring: Manage the EASTRS inbox, responding to or redirecting 5–10 emails per month.
- Board Meetings: Attend and contribute to online EASTRS board and Spes Christiana meetings (2–5 meetings per year).
- General Meeting Reporting: Participate in and report to the EASTRS General Meeting (once every two years).
Time Commitment
This role requires approximately 4–6 hours per month, with additional time during newsletter preparation and Spes Christiana publishing periods.
What We Offer
While this is a voluntary role, it provides:
- The chance to develop professional skills in website management and digital publishing.
- The opportunity to network with scholars and professionals across Europe.
- The satisfaction of contributing to a dynamic and growing academic society.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this role, please email webmaster@eastrs.org with your CV and a brief statement outlining your interest and relevant experience.
Deadline for Applications: 10 March 2025