Summer Program Assistant-Community Partner Mapping & Managment

Davita Inc.; Oakland (CA); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nonprofit organization, IRC, is seeking a Summer Program Assistant to enhance community engagement efforts in Northern California. This remote role will focus on partnership development, requiring strong research and organizational skills. Ideal for those passionate about nonprofit operations and supporting refugees. Interns will gain hands-on experience in community partnership strategies, enhancing the IRC's visibility and impact.

Benefits

403b retirement plans with matching

Sick leave

Employee Assistance Program for counseling

Qualifications

• Interest in community engagement or nonprofit work.
• Strong research and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on community organizations and develop a database.
• Assist in outreach and create partnership profiles.
• Establish and coordinate an Outreach Committee.

Skills

Research skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

First-generation undergraduate students preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Canva

Job description

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), operating in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities. We help people to survive, reclaim control of their future, and strengthen their communities. IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity, and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, join us in positively impacting lives worldwide for a better future.

The Summer Program Assistant - Community Partner Mapping & Management will play a key role in strengthening the IRC's community engagement efforts in Northern California. This role involves identifying, organizing, and streamlining workflows to sustain relationships with key community partners. It is ideal for individuals interested in nonprofit operations, community engagement, and partnership development. The assistant will conduct research, develop a database, collaborate with program leads to create a strategy for enhancing collaboration with local organizations, and establish an Outreach Committee to share resources and best practices, increasing the IRC's visibility and impact. Additionally, they will design and implement a Community Partner Intern Program to foster ongoing community engagement and support for local offices.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Conduct research to identify community organizations, businesses, and service providers aligned with the IRC's mission.
2. Develop a comprehensive and organized database of potential and current partners.
3. Assist in outreach efforts to establish and strengthen partnerships.
4. Create partnership profiles summarizing key information, collaboration areas, and contacts.
5. Develop and improve tracking tools for partnership engagement and impact measurement.
6. Support the development of engagement materials such as outreach emails, partnership toolkits, and resource guides.
7. Establish and coordinate an Outreach Committee to share resources and best practices.
8. Develop and implement a Community Partner Intern Program to expand outreach efforts.
9. Provide recommendations for sustainable partnership management and long-term engagement strategies.

Learning Objectives

1. Gain experience in community partnership development and nonprofit engagement strategies.
2. Develop research and data organization skills applicable to the nonprofit sector.
3. Understand how strategic partnerships contribute to refugee resettlement and economic empowerment programs.
4. Gain exposure to nonprofit operations, including outreach, resource development, and network-building.

Requirements

• Interest in community engagement, nonprofit partnership development, or humanitarian work.
• Passion for supporting refugees, immigrants, and displaced communities.
• Strong research and organizational skills, with the ability to synthesize information into actionable insights.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfort using Windows systems, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Familiarity with online tools such as Canva is a plus.
• Preferred but not required: Experience with community organizing or outreach.
• Preference given to first-generation undergraduate students.

Working Environment

• Fully remote; candidate must use their own laptop/equipment.
• Must have a workspace suitable for completing service during scheduled hours (any U.S. time zone).
• All positions contingent upon passing a background check at no cost to the applicant.

Compensation: Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates, based on factors like labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers depend on work location, experience, and skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC considers all applicants based on merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics.

US Benefits: Short-term employees in the US are eligible for benefits such as 403b retirement plans with matching, sick leave, and an Employee Assistance Program for counseling and mental health support.

All IRC staff must adhere to the values outlined in the IRC Way - our Code of Conduct: Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.