Social Impact Exchange
Communications and Events Internship
Reports to: Knowledge Management Associate, Vice President Social Impact Exchange
SUMMARY: The Social Impact Exchange Intern will play an important role in the Growth Philanthropy Network (GPN –www.growthphilanthropy.org ) and, in particular, the Social Impact Exchange (www.socialimpactexchange.org). This internship provides an opportunity for the right candidate to learn more about nonprofit evaluation methods, funder relations and emerging tools and products that are being used in the development of a nonprofit marketplace.
The Social Impact Exchange is a community of funders, advisors, wealth managers, intermediaries, nonprofits and researchers interested in funding and developing practices for scaling-up social solutions. The Exchange's purpose is to establish a marketplace ecosystem that consistently enables effective social interventions to achieve scaled impact.
This individual will be primarily responsible for working with the Knowledge Management Associate and Vice President, Social Impact exchange in all communications outreach and production of Social Impact Exchange events. The Communications and Events Intern will also assist in a variety of other projects related to the Social Impact Exchange as needed.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Communications
- Support staff with all components of the Social Impact Exchange's communications plan, which includes maintaining editorial calendar, posting on social media platforms and creating opportunities to engage nonprofit and funder network.
- Knowledge Center
- Updating Knowledge Center with relevant articles, case studies, tools and research on high-impact funding and scaling.
- Events & Special Projects
- Assist in planning and preparing for a variety of events and special projects throughout the year including the Annual Conference on Scaling Impact in June, Working Group meetings throughout the year, the Business Plan Competition, and the Symposium on Scaling Social Impact.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Interest and knowledge of social media platforms (Twitter, Blogs, Facebook, etc.) and analysis tools (Google Analytics, Bit.ly, etc.) a plus
- Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
- Strong computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Knowledge of Drupal and website editing is a plus.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to balance multiple deadlines and complete tasks assigned on short but reasonable notice; problem-solve and prioritize among assignments
- Ability to work independently
- Interested in GPN's mission, scaling nonprofits and philanthropy.
- Experience in marketing and communications a plus
Compensation and Hours:
Around 20 hours a week during normal business hours. The length of the internship, hours, and days are flexible and can work to fit around class schedules. The internship is unpaid.
