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Non Profit Administrative and Special Event Intern

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ORGANIZATION: Degage Ministries

  • 5 people are interested

Learn more about the Non-Profit world through assisting with special events that serve over 200 people and engage 30-250 volunteers. Assist with administrative tasks that allow you to learn more about donor relations, volunteer management, marketing and more. We are looking for an intern to assist 15-20 hours per week. Schedule can be flexible. Primary hours would be business hours 9am-5pm, with potentially some evening or weekend hours.

Position Title: Non-Profit Administrative/Special Events Intern

Summary of Responsibilities: Assist in special projects designated by the Volunteer Coordinator and Project Manager.

Qualifications:

  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Good listener.
  • Strong computer skills desired.
  • The ability to work with, encourage, motivate and lead people from all areas of the social spectrum.
  • Must have a driver’s license and driving record check.
  • Ability to organize, prioritize and delegate independently.
  • Ability to adapt to change.

Specific Responsibilities:

  • Special Events included but not limited to: Annual Veteran’s Luncheon, Coat Sale, Christmas Store, Discover Dégagé luncheon’s, Celebrate Dégagé, and Open Door Open Hearts (annual fundraising event).
    • Assist with recruitment and management of volunteers for annual events listed above.
    • Communicate regularly with volunteers as events approach with key responsibilities, where to park, shift assignments, and other information needed to assist the volunteer.
    • Attend special events as schedule allows.
  • Community Engagement
    • Provide support to businesses and churches hosting product drives for Dégagé.
    • Arrange set-up and drop-off of donations.
    • Provide tours of Dégagé and represent Dégagé at community events as requested.
  • Administrative Tasks
    • Help maintain updated database by entering notes on donors and volunteers.
    • Assist staff with donation processing as needed.
    • Provide assistance to administrative staff as time allows. This may involve grant research, event planning, writing, answering the phone, data entry, or other projects based on need and interest.
  • Marketing
    • Work alongside marketing staff with social media platform and posts.
    • Share information about events with other agencies and throughout the community.
  • Keep Volunteer Coordinator and Project Manager informed with weekly progress reports.

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About Degage Ministries

Location:

144 Division Ave S., Grand Rapids, MI 49503, US

Mission Statement

To reflect the love of Christ to all who come through our doors by building relationships and offering programs that foster dignity and respect.

Description

Dégagé Ministries has operated in the Heartside neighborhood in Grand Rapids since 1967. Originally conceived as a coffeehouse by Calvin College students, the organization has grown into a well-known local nonprofit that serves between 400 and 500 individuals on a daily basis. Services offered include a kitchen and food pantry; a drop-in women's shelter open at all hours of the night; assistance with obtaining housing and legal identification documents; hygiene services; and the opportunity to rent a locker and to receive mail at the facility, among others. Dégagé focuses on empowering its patrons by charging a small price for its services, which patrons may have waived by earning credits through work opportunities around the building. Volunteers are offered a wide variety of opportunities to interact with patrons and help the run the facility's programs.

CAUSE AREAS

Community
Faith-Based
Homeless & Housing
Community, Faith-Based, Homeless & Housing

WHEN

Mon Sep 10, 2018 - Wed Dec 19, 2018

WHERE

144 Division Ave SGrand RapidsGrand Rapids, MI 49503

(42.959755,-85.66745)
 

SKILLS

  • Organization
  • Project Management
  • Relationship Building
  • Marketing & Communications (Mar/Com)
  • Verbal / Written Communication
  • Administrative Support

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Must be at least 19
  • Orientation or Training
  • 15-20 hours per week

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