Program Assistant Internship

20-32 hours/week

Program Assistant’s typically fulfil their hours Monday through Thursday, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm


UNA-Morocco Program Assistant:

Program assistants will gain experience working in a high-level, non-profit environment and exposure to a variety of communications, membership, events, development, and general administrative tasks.  This position is ideal for those interested in non-profit management and will provide hands-on experience as an integral member of the team.

***To apply, please email resume, cover letter, a brief writing sample (1-2 pages) and hours of availability to secretariat@una-morocco.org  and include Program Assistant Internship in the subject line.


Job Duties Database/Membership Management

  • Update and maintain UNA-Morocco database and listserv.

  • Assist with developing membership recruitment and retention strategies.

  • Help contact new and current members to inform them about upcoming event and volunteer opportunities.

Communications

  • Create and edit the weekly e-newsletter.

  • Assist with maintaining and updating the UNA-Morocco website.

  • Help prepare press releases and other promotional materials.

  • Help write, edit, and design newsletters, promotional/event materials and annual reports.

  • Write articles about UNA-Morocco or partner’s events to be posted on website.

  • Maintain UNA-Morocco’s social media presence by posting news and information on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.


Events/Outreach

  • Help organize events, meetings and fundraisers, including securing speakers, locating venues, and managing registration.

  • Assist volunteers and other organizations with event logistics.

  • Assist with event publicity and outreach.

  • Represent association at UNA-Morocco and partner organization events.

Minimum Required Skills and Experience

  • Detail oriented and well-organized

  • 1+ years’ experience in an office setting, handling day-to-day administrative tasks.

  • Strong written and oral communication skills.

  • Customer service skills, especially via phone and email.

  • Event planning experience.

  • Strong research and writing skills and experience.

  • Ability to work independently as well as a part of a team with minimal supervision while maintaining a “can-do” attitude.

  • Previous experience working in a fast-paced environment, where handling multiple projects at once is a necessity

  • Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Drive, and Google Calendar

  • Experience with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Premiere

  • Data base experience preferred

*This position is unpaid, but volunteer hours or school credit is available.