AY Project Friendship Program Assistant (WS-NST3)

Job Title: Project Friendship Program Assistant (WS-NST3) Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt) Name and Address of Employer: St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057 If the position requires the student to work off campus, provide the name and address here: Department Name: Unit Number (5 digits): Length of Position: See Employment Authorization Contact Person/Supervisor: Executive Director, Project Friendship Wage Range: $15.

50/hour IMPORTANT: STUDENTS MUST HAVE A STATE OR FEDERAL WORK AWARD TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR COMMUNITY BASED WORK STUDY POSITIONS. Students who are unsure if they have a state or federal work award - please contact [email protected] to find out what type of work award you have. Description of the Position: (Purpose of the Position): The Project Friendship Program Assistant will have the unique opportunity of learning the organization backwards and forwards.

You will work one-on-one with the Executive Director and will receive great experience in the nonprofit sector. Transferable Skills: Communication, event and project planning and management, collaboration, data and systems management, working with nonprofit organizations Duties and Responsibilities: Communicate effectively and professionally with staff, volunteers, vendors and media Gather and analyze data from organization volunteer tracking software and database Design images and content for monthly email blasts Create compelling social media posts and promotions Create a regular mentor meet up program Actively be involved with planning the large group activities Assist ED in grant writing and grant evaluations Involvement in marketing strategy and campaign development Special projects and event planning Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills) Student with two or three years of college experience and a strong academic record Strong research and analytical abilities, ability to extend knowledge and skills to the topic at hand and to conceptualize and frame relevant questions Evidence of effectiveness working independently, demonstrated self-starter Learns quickly Ability to interact well with all kinds of people Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel Familiar with Google Drive Familiar with Adobe Suite preferred Strong written and verbal communication This job description is for general information purposes.

It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position. This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.