Community Engagement Events,… at Family Futures · Grand…

Summary: Family Futures is dedicated to supporting children and families in Kent County. They are seeking a Community Engagement Project intern to gain hands-on experience in community engagement strategies, partner relations, and project management while providing support to various areas of the organization. Responsibilities: - Gaining knowledge of the general principles of community engagement - Project management - Creating and modifying documents using Microsoft Office, Canva, etc - Collecting, inputting and analyzing data in various online platforms, opportunities to work closely with data analysis and implementation of findings - Program and Community Engagement Team support - Event and Tabling attendance, coordinating Family Futures’ representation at local community events - Assisting with outreach planning as a key part of the Community Engagement team and assisting with procedures for events - Attending and supporting different community coalitions and workgroup efforts - Network with local businesses and organizations to help create successful events and completion of projects - Research and create developmentally appropriate activities for children and families - Research and create additional relationships to foster partnerships between organizations - Support ongoing grant based deliverables - Assist with mailings, social media, and other communication efforts, as needed - Other duties as assigned - Approximately 50% of time in office, 50% out in the community Required Qualifications: - Current student in Social Work, Nonprofit Management, Human Services, Communications, Early Childhood Development, Community Engagement, or related field - Willingness to learn new things and broaden personal comfort zone - Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups of people - Interest in prevention-focused social work, community organizing, event planning, or advocacy - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Strong organizational and planning skills - Ability to multitask, work independently, and meet deadlines - Detail-oriented with effective time management and organizational skills - Microsoft Office skills - Ability to maintain confidentiality - At least 15 hours per week Preferred Qualifications: - Interest in event management, community outreach, or public policy - Creative, innovative, and adaptable - Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups of people Required Skills: Community engagement, Microsoft Office, Project management Important Skills: Data analysis, Event planning Benefits: $500 stipend to help cover costs related to the internship (food, housing, transportation)