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2024-04-01
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2024-06-30
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Virtual Opportunity
The mission of the Metropolitan Tenants Organization (MTO) is to educate, organize and empower tenants to have a voice in the decisions that affect the affordability and availability of safe, decent and accessible housing. We are seeking a Social Media Intern to join our Communications Team. The ideal applicant will possess strong knowledge of the digital media landscape, including various social media sites. The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring and posting on social networks, engaging in online forums, participating in online outreach and promotion, and optimizing our website. Those looking to gain valuable online media experience with a small grass roots organization are encouraged to apply. Responsibilities include: Assist with website redesign Maintain MTO website(post articles, add events, update content) Work with the on-site Communications Team to create and implement campaigns Develop content calendars on a weekly and monthly basis for company brands Monitor analytics with social media to identify viable ideas Create engaging blog and social media content Assist in the general distribution of media alerts Maintain Constant Contact email data base ( create and send emails) Qualifications 2+ years’ experience in social media/marketing Excellent oral and written communication skills In-depth working knowledge of Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Pinterest and Google+ Experience with social media analytics, including Google Analytics and Facebook Insights a plus Basic knowledge of Photoshop If you are interested in this position, please contact Anita Lewis at (773) 292-4980 ext 228
Date Posted: 2024-03-26
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2024-04-01
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2024-06-30
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Chicago, IL 60616
Community Organizer: MTO offers an opportunity for volunteers to work with our community organizers. Our goal is to involve renters in community activities and social justice campaigns, to improve the quality of life for everyone. As a Community Organizer Volunteer you will meet with tenants about issues in their building and develop commonalities to work for change. You will assist in developing programs and events. Training and mentoring is provided for this position, which will afford the volunteer hands-on experience in the field of community organizing. We are seeking individuals who are outgoing and are effective communicators. This requires a commitment of 10 hours of more a month. Build relationships with community members and property management Facilitate and plan community outreach events according to set guidelines This position may require supervising activities with tenants and other organizers Canvassing Administering surveys Contact tdrake@tenants-rights.org for information.
Date Posted: 2024-03-26
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2024-04-01
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2024-06-30
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Virtual Opportunity
Editorial Assistant/Writer: MTO seeks a volunteer to write human interest stories about people involved in the fight for tenants’ rights in Chicago for publication in our marketing materials including: print newsletter, annual report, social media updates, and E-News. Photography experience is a big plus. Bylines permissible. Ideal for journalism, creative writing or marketing degree students. Can be structured as an unpaid internship for academic requirement.
Date Posted: 2024-03-26
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Flexible Schedule
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Chicago, IL 60616
Volunteer Coordinator: MTO seeks a volunteer to come into our office once or twice a week to respond to requests from people wanting to volunteer, or seeking information about volunteering. Position will respond to telephone and online requests, determining the interests and abilities of prospective volunteers; schedule a time for the applicant to come in and discuss the opportunity(s) with the relevant staff member; maintain records of calls and applications; and track/update volunteer hours in our database.
Date Posted: 2024-03-26
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2024-04-01
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2024-06-30
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Chicago, IL 60616
Healthy Homes Volunteer - MTO is working on an exciting local advocacy campaign to address the issues of home-based health hazards, through a pro-active inspection process, advocating for legislative action we call the Chicago Health Homes Inspection Program. We need volunteers to make calls to aldermen and residents in the city, help with campaign out-reach and organize and create campaign materials, and other duties that may arise. Hour are flexible, but a two month commitment is required. Contact lolitad@tenants-rights.org for information
Date Posted: 2024-03-26