Volunteer and Community Partnerships - High School Club Fellow

The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) works in more than 190 countries and territories to save and improve children's lives, providing health care and immunizations, clean water and sanitation, nutrition, education, emergency relief, and more. The U.S. Fund for UNICEF (USF) supports UNICEF's work through fundraising, advocacy, and education in the United States. Together, we are working toward the day when ZERO children die from preventable causes and every child has a safe and healthy childhood. The Volunteer and Community Partnerships Division recruits, supports and manages United States volunteers working to support UNICEF. For more information, please visit unicefusa.org.

Fellowship Overview: In July 2013, the National Office Fellow will begin work with the U.S. Fund for UNICEF Volunteer and Community Partnerships (VCP) Division. The fellowship is a highly-selective, full-time, thirteen-month program that prepares diverse and committed individuals for effective leadership in public service. The fellowship will provide an opportunity to learn about volunteer management, with an emphasis on the production of educational materials and websites for volunteers. The Fellow will also gain a general overview of USF and UNICEF's work around the world.

The UNICEF High School Club strengthens the work of UNICEF through high school aged constituents across the country. The Fellow's primary function will be to work closely with students and advisors to support clubs and their activities. The Fellow will gather information, create new resources, and implement trainings. The Fellow will also solicit feedback for the purposes of impact measurement and make ongoing recommendations regarding the work of club activities and USF's strategic plan, as it relates to the movement.

Core Objectives and Key Responsibilities:

• Create resources for the UNICEF High School Clubs

• Respond to volunteer inquiries and communicate regularly with students and advisors

• Utilize online marketing tools

• Vet opportunities for student and club involvement

• Support national goal setting and survey collection

• Plan and implement one day trainings for high school club members and advisors in high volume cities – i.e., Chicago and Los Angeles

• National partnership development

• Oversee the implementation of Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF and the UNICEF Tap Project

• Mobilize volunteers to serve as global citizens and advocates for UNICEF's work

• Manage UNICEF Action Center club pages

• Support Team UNICEF onboarding and recruitment efforts

• Oversee volunteer social media engagement and recruitment efforts

• Provide opportunities to highlight volunteer work and create volunteer profiles

• Perform other duties as assigned

The Fellow will work closely with the Volunteer and Community Partnerships team, but will report to the Program Officer, Volunteer and Community Partnerships. Through weekly one-on-one meetings, updated project plans, and participation in department meetings, USF staff will monitor and assist the Fellow in meeting their own personal and project objectives. Periodic workshops, activities, trainings and professional development activities will be a part of the National Fellow's continuing education and support structure. The USF National Office Fellowship also offers:

• A deep understanding of complex, global issues facing the world's children

• Training in UNICEF domestic initiatives, program and curriculum design, metrics and reporting, development and relationship building, group training, and consensus building

• Leadership skills development in problem-solving, volunteer engagement, community outreach, event planning, nonprofit management, communication, public speaking, creating and implementing workshops, and program management

• Hands-on project implementation experience

• Extensive personal and professional networking opportunities

Eligibility/Qualifications:

The successful candidate must have a demonstrated interest in and knowledge of international development, as well as a commitment to public service. Qualified candidates should have a familiarity with experiential learning techniques, general volunteer experience, and a commitment to children's rights. Accepted Fellows must be available to start on July 15, 2013.

Qualifications also include:

• Undergraduate degree and professional and/or academic background in advocacy, education, civic engagement, international affairs, or related fields

• UNICEF Campus Initiative Club leadership experience preferred

• Experience engaging in community outreach and community education

• Excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail is essential

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities while consistently meeting deadlines and working across teams

• Strong communication skills, both oral and written

• Expertise in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

• Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes weekend and evening commitments

• Must demonstrate USF Core Values: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Innovation, Teamwork, and Service

National Office Fellows will receive a taxable stipend of $30,000 for the thirteen-month fellowship plus a $3,000 contribution towards health benefits. Applications are currently being accepted on a rolling basis until May 31, 2013.

Must possess current and valid US Work Authorization and be eligible to work for any US employer without sponsorship.

Due to the high volume of applications received, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The U. S. Fund for UNICEF is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.