Overview of position: The PR and Marketing Intern will assist the Programs Manager and Development Director in managing Iskashitaa's strategic relationships with community businesses, organizations, foundations and individual donors. Learn and perfect critical marketing, public relations and administrative skills applicable in both the for-profit and nonprofit sectors, while contributing to Iskashitaa's programs' success.
Specific Tasks:
- Research prospects and manage portfolio of potential in-kind donors, focusing on corporate engagement
- Approach potential in-kind donors to form partnerships and solicit resources
- Represent Iskashitaa's at relevant community outreach opportunities
- Participate in planning and implementing Iskashitaa's events to raise public profile
- Research and assist in the publication of Iskashitaa promotional material in local media sources and publications
- Assist with the development of Iskashitaa's media and outreach materials and story archive
Time Required: 6-9 hours per week. Equivalent of 2 or 3 credit course hours.
Qualifications: In process of completing 4 year degree, Masters or the equivalency in experience
Physical/Age Requirements: None/ Adult
Skills/Education:
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong oral communication and writing skills
- Pursuing a degree in Communications, Marketing or related field, or equivalent experience
- Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding client/donor information
- Ability to work independently with attention to detail
- Personable and professional demeanor and appearance with excellent communication, coordinating and networking skills
- Strong intercultural communication skills; demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from other cultural backgrounds
Experience: Minimum of two year previous nonprofit or volunteer work or the equivalent
Training Required: On-site Iskashitaa training, Refugee 101 and internship application.
