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3 people are interested
Administrative Assistant Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Somali American Parent Association
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3 people are interested
What is it?
The Somali American Parent Association (SAPA) is a Minneapolis-based 501 (c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to closing the achievement gap among Somali and East African students. SAPA provides trainings and resources for parents and schools to create common ground, allowing parents and teachers to communicate better and work together to better educate students. For students, SAPA offers tutoring services and an out-of-school-time program for academic improvement and enrichment.
What would I do?Administrative assistant would aid in our local office in Minneapolis with clerical support. Such support can include but is not limited to answering phones, conversion of older file onto the organization’s drive, and assisting Program Coordinators. Administrative assistants may also be asked to assist site staff with other activities, depending on the current needs of the organization.
What are the qualifications?- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent intercultural communication skills
- Ability to work well independently with minimal supervision
- Detail-oriented
- Patience, flexibility, good humor
- Desire to help the East African and Refugee community in the Twin Cities
- Experience with East African community a plus
- Somali language skills a plus
Based on one's availability and preferred times to work Monday-Friday and Mornings or Afternoons with consideration for the organization’s demand for administrative assistants at the moment.
More opportunities with Somali American Parent Association
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Somali American Parent Association
Location:
1433 Franklin Ave E, Suite 10, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55404, US
Mission Statement
The Somali American Parent Association (SAPA) is empowering Somali families in Minnesota to have the capacity to fully navigate and participate in the school system, to be knowledgeable about educational opportunities, and to be supportive of their children’s academic progress.
Description
The Somali American Parent Association (SAPA) is a Minneapolis-based 501 (c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to closing the achievement gap among Somali and East African students. SAPA provides trainings and resources for parents and schools to create common ground, allowing parents and teachers to communicate better and work together to better educate students. For students, SAPA offers tutoring services and an out-of-school-time program for academic improvement and enrichment.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1433 Franklin Ave ESuite 10Minneapolis, MN 55404
DATE POSTED
September 5, 2018
SKILLS
- Data Entry
- Office Reception
- Bilingual
- Social Media / Blogging
- Administrative Support
- Graphic Design / Print
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training
- Being bilingual is an added bonus, not a requirement!