Position Summary:
Place Matters New Orleans (PM-NOLA) is seeking an innovative, politically and social media savvy intern to set-up and manage the PM-NOLA web site, Face Book page, and Twitter Page. PM-NOLA is a social justice initiative that is aimed at re-shaping policies that impact the health and disparate life-expectancy of New Orleans residents at the neighborhood level. PM-NOLA is focused on youth educational policy change to reduce dropping-out, as high school education completion rates are associated with increased long-term health, increased financial success and lower incarceration rates. PM-NOLA is interested in a robust community dialogue around these issues and is seeking an ambitious student to manage the social media activities to support this agenda.
Job Location: The intern will be housed at Loyola University.
Supervisor: Dr. Charles Corprew, Psychological Science, Loyola University
Primary Responsibilities:
- Contribute to PM-NOLA website redesign and content.
- Monitor and post on all online platforms (blogs, forums, social networks and website.
- Conduct online outreach and promotions.
- Facilitate PM-NOLA website and social media optimization.
- Conduct and establish key word analysis to enhance user search.
Minimum Qualifications:
- University student majoring in political science, marketing, English, or communications,
- Marketing or business administration with substantial or proven experience on the web and effective use of social media at the organizational level.
- Computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access.
- Genuine sensitivity to the needs of all children and commitment to youth education.
- Professional attitude and manner that reflects the high standards of the PM-NOLA initiative.
Desired Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
- Effective verbal and listening communication skills & ability to communicate effectively.
- A solid understanding of policy and education issues affecting youth in New Orleans.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to translate and direct ideas and posts into positive dialogue.
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a team.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to think proactively and function independently
- Personal Attributes: honest, trustworthy, and respectful, possess cultural awareness and sensitivity, flexibility, demonstrate sound work ethics.
- Should possess basic knowledge of the Place Matters initiative and be able to articulate program goals.
Compensation: Interns will be expected to log 15-20 hours per week during their tenure and compensated at $10 per hour.
Posting Date: Opens August 26, 2012 and closes September 16, 2013.
Application Instructions: E-Mail questions, cover sheets and resumes to OrleansPlaceMatters@gmail.com
