Description
Southern New Hampshire University is a team of innovators. World changers. Individuals who believe in progress with purpose. Since 1932, our people-centered strategy has defined us — and helped us grow a team that now serves over 180,000 learners worldwide.
Our mission to transform lives is made possible by talented people who bring diverse industry experience, backgrounds and skills to the university. And today, we're ready to expand our reach. All we need is you.
The opportunity
Southern New Hampshire University is seeking a student employee to fill the role of Development and Communications Assistant for our partner organization Jayme's Fund for Social Justice in Derry, NH. The Development and Communications Assistant supports the organization's mission through a variety of fundraising, communications, and administrative activities. This role provides hands-on experience in nonprofit operations, content creation, donor engagement, and community outreach. The student will contribute to meaningful projects while developing professional skills in marketing, writing, event support, and organizational management.
Job Responsibilities
- Various administrative tasks working with fundraising software and Constant Contact Marketing tools.
- Work with social media specialist to maintain social media presence
- Assist with Jayme’s Bears events as scheduled
- Assist in writing content for social media, blogs and annual newsletter
- Leadership opportunities if interested
- Contribute ideas and creativity and make a difference!
Minimum Qualifications
- Current enrollment in classes as part of a SNHU degree program
- Work study part of financial aid package
- Students with work study may be prioritized
- Reliable transportation
- Good communication skills and willingness to learn.
- Understands and will learn best practices in promoting social media
- Able to work independently as well as with supervision
- Excellent writing skills a plus
- Willing to learn email marketing through Constant Contact and Donor Perfect fundraising software
- Interest or experience in human service field and social justice issues
- Knowledge and experience writing and posting social media posts
- Interest in learning and contributing to a non -profit to make the world a better place!
- Creative ideas and skills a plus!
Learning Outcomes (NACE Competencies)
To provide a mutually positive and beneficial experience for students to acquire and learn new skills while contributing to the mission of Jayme’s Fund through administrative support and involvement. Learn to use marketing and fundraising software; improve writing skills, learn how non-profits operate and contribute to the community; experience a community service event from planning to execution, experience a community of people who are passionate about making the world a better place!
Work Schedule
Flexible, mostly remote and with some in-person meetings with supervisor on SNHU campus or at events in Southern New Hampshire.
We believe real innovation comes from inclusion - where different experiences, perspectives and talents are celebrated. So if you're wondering whether SNHU is right for you, take the leap and apply. You might be just the person we're looking for.
Compensation
The hourly pay range for this position is $13.00 - $15.00. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations.
