GOAL OF POSITION: Under the supervision of the Communications Specialist, the intern will provide assistance in a variety of communication activities to ensure implementation of marketing and communications plan while gaining a better understanding of the nonprofit sector.


POSSIBLE DUTIES:

• Develop story ideas, writing, and promotion of newsworthy content to increase the Council’s visibility (blogs, fact sheets, website, e-newsletters, and other marketing materials as directed).
• Coordinate the organization, planning, and promotion of Council events.
• Managing the blog schedule, editing blog posts, and ensuring the production of a high-quality blog platform.
• Research upcoming workshops, webinars, and other resources that would be interesting to our audiences for the e-newsletters).
• Assist with the monthly e-newsletter.
• Track detailed analytic metrics for Twitter, blog, Facebook, website, and e-newsletter
• Assist with website maintenance.
• Assist with the Charities Review Council’s nonprofit review process, including preliminary verification of information and documentation provided by charities.
• Answer donor inquiries via phone and e-mail regarding nonprofit organizations and their solicitation requests.
• Other administrative office tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completed coursework in English, Mass Communications and Journalism, Public Relations and Marketing, and/or Expository Writing.
• Strong proficiency in both writing and editing. Experience or coursework in writing for the Web a plus.
• Strong interest and knowledge of social media platforms (Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn).
• Ability to work independently and to seek consultation when needed. This intern will function as part of a nonprofit services communication team.

 
BENEFITS: Gain hands-on nonprofit and communications experience while acquiring new skills. Learn more about the nonprofit sector, what makes for “accountable” nonprofits, and what are the reasonable expectations of accountable and transparent organizations. Assist in the implementation of an organizational marketing and communications plan. Gain experience in communications and marketing through assisting with the writing and editing of articles on philanthropy and informed giving. Work with a fun and friendly staff.  Free parking.


TIME COMMITMENT: 3-6 month commitment. Flexible schedule within office hours of 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, Mon-Fri. 10-12 hours per week.

SUPERVISION:  Jamie Millard, Communications Specialist


TO APPLY: 

Please complete our online volunteer application