AI Generalist

Mission Edge is a social enterprise located in Liberty Station, San Diego, focused on supporting nonprofits through innovative solutions. The AI Generalist will work directly with the COO to implement AI tools and strategies that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the organization, ultimately helping nonprofits achieve greater impact. Responsibilities Be Our AI Explorer Test every AI tool you can get your hands on (yes, really—this is part of the job) Figure out which ones are game-changers and which ones are just hype Build a library of AI solutions that actually work for nonprofits Create AI Agents & Automations Design intelligent systems that take repetitive tasks off people's plates Automate workflows that currently eat up hours of our team's time Build chatbots, assistants, and tools that make our work feel like magic Be the person who makes AI accessible (not scary) for everyone Lead workshops that get people excited about what's possible Turn AI skeptics into believers through hands-on demos and real results Identify pain points across the organization and dream up AI solutions Experiment, fail fast, learn faster, and iterate until you crack it Show measurable impact: hours saved, money saved, lives improved Work alongside leadership to chart our AI roadmap Stay ahead of the curve on emerging AI trends and technologies Help position Mission Edge as a thought leader in nonprofit innovation You're the person who stays up late watching YouTube tutorials on the latest AI tools, not because you have to, but because you want to You see a new technology and your first thought is 'I wonder what I can build with this?' You don't wait to be told what to do—you spot opportunities and run with them When something breaks or doesn't work, you get excited because it's a puzzle to solve You bring good energy, even when things get complicated (which they will) You want your work to matter. Spreadsheets that help nonprofits help people? That's your jam You can talk about AI without making people's eyes glaze over Skills Be Our AI Explorer Test every AI tool you can get your hands on (yes, really—this is part of the job) Figure out which ones are game-changers and which ones are just hype Build a library of AI solutions that actually work for nonprofits Create AI Agents & Automations Design intelligent systems that take repetitive tasks off people's plates Automate workflows that currently eat up hours of our team's time Build chatbots, assistants, and tools that make our work feel like magic Be the person who makes AI accessible (not scary) for everyone Lead workshops that get people excited about what's possible Turn AI skeptics into believers through hands-on demos and real results Identify pain points across the organization and dream up AI solutions Experiment, fail fast, learn faster, and iterate until you crack it Show measurable impact: hours saved, money saved, lives improved Work alongside leadership to chart our AI roadmap Stay ahead of the curve on emerging AI trends and technologies Help position Mission Edge as a thought leader in nonprofit innovation Can't stop learning - You're the person who stays up late watching YouTube tutorials on the latest AI tools, not because you have to, but because you want to Love to tinker - You see a new technology and your first thought is 'I wonder what I can build with this?' Take initiative - You don't wait to be told what to do—you spot opportunities and run with them Thrive on challenges - When something breaks or doesn't work, you get excited because it's a puzzle to solve Stay positive - You bring good energy, even when things get complicated (which they will) Care about impact - You want your work to matter. Spreadsheets that help nonprofits help people? That's your jam Can explain complex stuff simply - You can talk about AI without making people's eyes glaze over Have experimented with ChatGPT, Claude, Midjourney, or other AI tools Built anything—automations, scripts, workflows, cool projects Know your way around Python, no-code tools, or automation platforms Love teaching and empowering others Benefits A role that doesn't exist anywhere else - Seriously. You'll be pioneering this position, which means you'll have massive creative freedom An amazing office - Liberty Station in Point Loma is a historic waterfront neighborhood packed with restaurants, coffee shops, art galleries, Stone Brewing, and a public market. It's the kind of place where you'll actually want to come to the office Hybrid flexibility - Work from home when you need deep focus, come to the office for collaboration and those great Liberty Station lunch spots Direct access to leadership - You'll work directly with our COO. Your ideas won't get lost in bureaucracy Career growth potential - As AI becomes more central to what we do, your role will evolve with it. You're not filling a position; you're building a career path Purpose-driven work - Every automation you build, every hour you save, every tool you implement makes nonprofits more effective. That means more people housed, more kids educated, more communities uplifted Continuous learning budget - Courses, conferences, certifications—if it helps you grow, we'll support it A team that has your back - We're a social enterprise that operates like a mission-driven business. We're genuine do-gooders with real business savvy, and we're here to help you succeed. Company Overview Mission Edge serving social enterprises with operational and strategic solutions for foundations and nonprofit organizations. It was founded in 2012, and is headquartered in San Diego, California, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is