Product Owner (Volunteer, unpaid)

About this Role

Volunteer Product Owner

Location

Remote

Commitment

Part-time, volunteer (pro bono role)

Hours

Minimum 10-15 hours per week

Duration

Minimum 6 months

About Solution Community

Solution Community is a global incubator for change, empowering individuals, nonprofits, philanthropists, and volunteers to tackle society's most pressing challenges with greater impact. With a diverse team hailing from over 70 countries and enriched by experiences from companies like Google, Apple, and Toyota, we are reshaping the future through collaboration, compassion, and action.

Summary of Role

As a Product Owner, you will lead the strategy, development, and execution of transformative projects within our platform. Your role connects vision to execution, ensuring our solutions drive meaningful impact and align with Solution Community’s mission to unite and empower global change-makers.

Responsibilities

Define and prioritize the product roadmap to ensure alignment with the Solution Community’s strategic goals.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, and stakeholders, to deliver high-quality product features.

Conduct market and user research to identify needs and opportunities for platform enhancements.

Manage the product backlog, ensuring clear and actionable user stories and acceptance criteria.

Facilitate agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups.

Monitor product performance and implement improvements based on analytics and feedback.

Act as the voice of the customer, championing their needs throughout the product lifecycle.

Qualification

At least 3 years of proven experience as a Product Owner or in a similar role, ideally in a non-profit or tech-driven environment.

Strong knowledge of agile methodologies and product management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello).

Exceptional communication and leadership skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a multicultural, global team.

Analytical mindset with a passion for solving complex problems.

Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities.

Experience with social impact projects or platforms is a plus.

What We Offer

Global Collaboration

Work alongside industry legends from top global companies.

Meaningful Impact

Contribute directly to global causes and make measurable differences.

Cultural Richness

Engage with a vibrant team from across the world.

Empowering Environment

Thrive in a culture of compassion, innovation, and collaboration.

Flexible Work Life

Work from anywhere with autonomy.

Growth and Learning

Enhance your skills with support from seasoned professionals.

Lasting Recognition

Receive glowing recommendations for your career after your tenure.

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