Communications, Development and Administration Intern
ORAM - Organization for Refuge, Asylum & Migration US-based, preferably in California 20 hours/week, Jan 2021 - March 2021
Alight is looking for an intern/volunteer for ORAM.
ORAM- Organization for Refuge, Asylum and Migration is looking for a motivated Communications, Development and Administration Intern/Volunteer.
https://oramrefugee.org/about-us/
DESCRIPTION
Are you passionate about topics such as migration, refugees and LGBTIQ rights? Do you have experience or an interest in communications, digital communication and/or development for an NGO? Have you got a great attention to detail? ORAM advocates for the protection of extremely vulnerable refugees and asylum seekers who are fleeing persecution based on sexual orientation and/or gender identity and expression (SOGIE).
This Communications, Development and Administration Internship gives you the opportunity to assist with the development of our communications strategy, report on areas of interest such as human rights, migration, refugees, support funding opportunities and much more.
MAJOR DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties include, but may not be limited to, the following:
Assisting in the implementation of ORAM’s communication strategy including maintaining ORAM’s social media sites and creating content.
Supporting in the development and design of digital and web, and marketing materials;
Providing both technical and editorial website support, updating content, and publishing news stories;
Supporting in a brand development strategy
Co-organizing livestreams and other online events
Assisting in researching donors and funding opportunities
Maintaining and updating the database of donors and supporting proposal writing
Relationship-building with other California-based refugee/migrants rights organizations
Supporting other related works and admin unit.
DESIRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
Desired Skills include, but may not be limited to, the following:
A person who is interested in a career in Communications or Development (Communications or Social Sciences are preferable)
Strong grasp of social media management and campaign development;
Experience with WordPress or web maintenance
Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Indesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator) skills;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
Knowledge of issues facing asylum seekers and refugees
Energy, enthusiasm, and a good sense of humor;
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required;
Start Date: January, 2021
Location: United States, preferably California based. Most home office but occasional meeting with ED (COVID dependent)
Hours: 20 hours/week, including weekly planning meeting with supervisor for 3 months
ORAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering employment and internships without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. ORAM complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Alight (formerly American Refugee Committee)
Location:
615 1st Ave NE, Suite 500, Minneapolis, MN 55413, US
Mission Statement
Alight is an open family of organizations that works closely with refugees, trafficked persons, and economic migrants, to co- design solutions that help them build full and fulfilling lives-- lives which are alight.
Description
We work with our constituents to provide health care, clean water, shelter, protection and economic opportunities to more than 3.5 million people in 17 countries each year.
Immigrants & Refugees
International
LGBTQ+
WHEN
Mon Feb 01, 2021 - Fri Apr 30, 2021
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity, with no fixed address.
