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11 people are interested
Seeking Development & Communications Volunteer!
ORGANIZATION: Root & Rebound
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11 people are interested
Root & Rebound is looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented volunteer to work in our Berkeley office.
Tasks may include:
- Assisting with the implementation of development and communications initiatives, including putting together development and communications materials, writing newsletters and updates, drafting content for the website and blog, and managing Root & Rebound’s social media pages on Facebook and Twitter
- Assisting with fundraising events
- Managing and tracking donations, donor and contact databases, and generating donor acknowledgement letters
- Any other necessary duties
Time Requirement: Approximately 15 hours a week, flexible with your schedule. Minimum commitment of 3 months. Duration of internship can vary based on your needs.
We are looking for candidates who:
- Have a demonstrated interest in improving the lives of disenfranchised people and communities.
- Bachelor’s Degree and intellectual creativity.
- Previous office experience required, preferably in a nonprofit or social services setting
- Previous experience with reception/administrative work is required.
- Previous experience with fundraising/ development/ communications is preferred.
- A high level of dependability and the ability to maintain a consistent schedule during business hours.
- Strong work ethic, positive attitude, sound judgment, and good sense of humor.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Salesforce preferred.
More opportunities with Root & Rebound
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Root & Rebound
Location:
1730 Franklin St, Suite 300, Oakland, CA 94612, US
Mission Statement
Our Mission at Root & Rebound is to reduce barriers and maximize opportunities for returning citizens in the Bay Area, throughout California, and beyond. We aim to accomplish this mission through innovative, holistic and client-centered services, including: Direct legal services with social services support Legal education and trainings Creation and centralization of reentry resources High-impact policy advocacy and litigation This model supports individuals, empowers communities, recognizes the need for systemic change, encourages statewide and national collaboration, and supports the free-flow of reentry information.
Description
Root & Rebound is a Reentry Advocacy Center dedicated to improving the lives of reentering citizens and maximizing their opportunities for success in the community. Root & Rebound provides a range of programs and services for individuals and communities through direct legal and social services, legal education, centralizing reentry resources, and policy advocacy. Founded in October of 2013, Root & Rebound is focused on bringing an innovative and creative approach to solving the current crises in reentry in the Bay Area, in California, and beyond .
Root & Rebound is a 501(c)3 organization, tax ID number 46-3876220.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1730 FranklinSuite 300Oakland, CA 94612
DATE POSTED
July 21, 2017
SKILLS
- Office Reception
- Grant Writing / Research
- Fundraising
- Donor Management
- Business Development & Sales Management
- Adobe Creative Suite
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- 10-20 hours a week