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Job Summary

Must be eligible for Work Study Fall 2024. These are positions with an off campus agency. Both positions will work directly with the Executive Director and will work in concert with the Board of Directors. The Administrative position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in nonprofit operations, committee management, and CRM system administration. The Marketing and Promotion position provides hands-on experience in marketing, promotions, and media coordination by assisting in the creation and distribution of promotional materials, helping manage media relations, and playing an active role in developing and coordinating social media content.

Responsibilities*

Administrative Position

CRM System Management

Update and maintain the CRM (Customer Relationship Management) system to ensure accurate and up-to-date donor and stakeholder information.Assist in generating reports and analyzing data to support decision-making processes.

Committee Design and Implementation

Assist in designing and implementing committees for specific projects or organizational initiatives. Conduct research necessary to help crate committee charters.Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, and draft minutes to facilitate effective committee operations.

Grant-making Development

Support the development and execution of grant-making opportunities.Conduct research on potential grantees and assist in proposal review and follow-up.Assist with grant stewardship tasks as required.

Additional Responsibilities

Provide general administrative support, including scheduling meetings, managing correspondence, and organizing files and documents.Assist in preparing presentations, reports, and other communication materials.

Marketing and Promotion Position

Promotional Materials Design and Distribution

Assist in the creation of digital and print marketing materials (flyers, brochures, graphics, etc.) for various campaigns and events.Coordinate the distribution of promotional materials through online channels, email newsletters, and physical outlets.Collaborate with the team to ensure that materials align with the brand identity and campaign goals.

Media Coordination

Assist with media outreach, including drafting press releases, coordinating interviews, and managing media inquiries.Maintain and update media contact lists, ensuring timely communication and relationship-building with key outlets.Help track media coverage and create media reports to assess the success of promotional efforts.

Social Media Content Development

Support the development and scheduling of social media posts across platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, Twitter (X), LinkedIn, and others.Assist in curating engaging content that promotes our brand, events, and initiatives while driving engagement and audience growth.Monitor social media trends and analytics to optimize content and strategy.

Additional Responsibilities

Provide general marketing support, including writing copy for website content, newsletters, and email campaigns.Assist with planning and executing promotional events or online marketing campaigns.Collaborate with the foundation team on special projects and provide creative input. Assist with special projects as needed.Required Qualifications*

Administrative Position

Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, or a related field.Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with Microsoft Access and CRM systems preferred.Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Marketing and Promotion Position

Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.Strong design skills with experience in graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.) or Canva.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Experience with social media platforms and a good understanding of social media trends and metrics.Strong attention to detail, organization, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.Modes of Work

Onsite
The work requires, or the supervisor approves a fully onsite presence.  Onsite is defined as a designated U-M owned or leased work location within or outside of the State of Michigan

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

University of Michigan-Flint - Plan for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The University of Michigan-Flint's DEI plan can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/dei/? 

The University of Michigan-Flint exhibits its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through enacting fair practices, policies, and procedures particularly in support of the equitable participation of the historically underserved. UM-Flint recognizes the value of diversity in our efforts to provide equitable access and opportunities to all regardless of individual identities in support of a climate where everyone feels a sense of belonging, community, and agency.

Diversity is a core value at University of Michigan-Flint. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty. The University of Michigan-Flint seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning for the purpose of becoming global citizens in a connected world.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of three calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the fourth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.