UARR is seeking a Youth Engagement & Leadership Program Assistant for a 3-month paid internship from February to April 2022.
Deadline to apply is January 20th, 2022!
View the posting for details.
Youth Engagement and Leadership Program Assistant – Paid Internship
Job Title: Youth Engagement & Leadership Program Assistant (Paid internship for youth between 18 to 29)
UARR is seeking a Youth Engagement & Leadership Program Assistant for a 3-month paid internship from February to April 2022.
Responsibilities:
- Assist Coordinators and Leadership with program planning, program implementation, and project management.
- Lead outreach and promote youth engagement for various UARR programs
- Conduct research and analysis on youth engagement initiatives
- Design and deliver program evaluations and obtain feedback
- Support youth volunteers in joining UARR programs and retaining volunteers for continued and ongoing interest
- Assist with coordinating youth fellowship programs with each of the program leads
- Create written materials and prepare statements for advocating change initiatives
- Occasionally assist with developing a training plan and facilitating educational content to youth
- Assist with miscellaneous support to leadership as needed
Qualifications:
- Must be a University/College student or recent graduate between the ages of 18-29
- Completed GED/High School Diploma
- Ability to carry out various tasks efficiently with attention to detail
- Ability to understand instructions and apply sound judgment while meeting tight deadlines
- Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively as part of a team
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc.) and Google Suite
- Ability to manage time and solve conflicts effectively
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Previous experience leading youth and delegating tasks is an asset
Compensation: $18.00/hr for 15 hours per week
Please submit your résumé and cover letter by January 20th, 2022 by 2pm, to:
Hiring Committee
Please state the title of the position you are applying for in your e-mail application.
UARR is committed to employment equity & encourages applicants from equity seeking groups. While we appreciate all responses, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.