Federal Work Study - Program & Development (Helping Mamas)

Georgia Gwinnett College; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Georgia Gwinnett College is looking for a motivated Program & Development Assistant through a federal work study program. This part-time position offers hands-on experience in nonprofit operations, program support, and volunteer engagement.

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and enthusiastic about making a difference in the nonprofit sector. Tasks include assisting with inventory, distribution events, and donor research.

Qualifications

• Must have Federal Work Study award.
• Must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credits at Georgia Gwinnett College.
• Must be in good academic standing for the duration of employment.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing, organizing, and inventorying program supplies.
• Assist staff with mobile distribution events.
• Research potential donors and grant opportunities.
• Support special campaigns such as diaper drives.
• Help greet and orient volunteer groups.

Skills

Strong communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Basic computer skills

Education

Enrolled in minimum of 6 credits at Georgia Gwinnett College

Must have Federal Work Study award

Job description

Federal Work Study – Program & Development (Helping Mamas)

Location: Georgia Gwinnett College

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Full/Part Time: Part‑Time

Job ID: 300111

Job Summary

Helping Mamas seeks a motivated, detail‑oriented student to join our team as a Program & Development Assistant through a work study program. This part‑time role offers hands‑on experience in nonprofit operations, program support, donor relations, and volunteer engagement. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about making a difference and gaining real‑world experience in the nonprofit sector. This position requires travel to assigned Helping Mama's locations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing, organizing, and inventorying program supplies (diapers, wipes, hygiene kits, etc.)
• Assist staff with mobile distribution events and partner agency pickups
• Assist with partner shopping as needed
• Research potential donors and grant opportunities
• Support special campaigns such as diaper drives and fundraising events
• Help greet and orient volunteer groups
• Assist in preparing materials and supplies for volunteer activities
• Attend weekly check‑in meetings with supervisor
• Help staff front desk duties
• Bring in in‑kind donations and sort them in the volunteer room as needed
• Help with warehouse organization and occasional errands
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Must have Federal Work Study award
• Must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credits at Georgia Gwinnett College
• Must be in good academic standing for the duration of employment
• Must be in good conduct standing with Georgia Gwinnett College for the duration of employment
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work sites as required
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
• Reliable, detail‑oriented, and self‑motivated
• Comfortable working in a warehouse environment
• Basic computer skills; experience with Excel or databases is a plus

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in nonprofits, social work, child and family services, or public health

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Gwinnett College is an equal employment, equal access, and equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Georgia Gwinnett College to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50). For individuals requiring disability‑related accommodations for participation in any event including the application, interview process, or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact HR at [phone] or email [e-mail].

Conditions of Employment

Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and proof of eligibility will be contemporaneously required upon acceptance of an employment offer. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC). Eligibility of employment is determined by GGC in its sole discretion, and includes but is not limited to confirmation of credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre‑employment drug test. Offers are subject to the applicable federal laws, state laws, statutes, rules and regulations of this institution, and to the bylaws and policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.