Development and Communications Coordinator

This service year internship opportunity for women engages the development (fundraising) and communication needs for ministries and partners of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange. This experience offers an opportunity to assess and support the needs of the community in social justice issues such as food security, housing security, and domestic violence prevention, 

Promote and increase awareness of organization's mission, programs, impact, and advocacy for social justice. Use graphic design, writing, photography, and other tools to create content that is shared with audiences via an online and print media mix. Assist with website administration, social media, newsletters, campaigns, and community engagement events. Collaborate with the development and communications department as well as a variety of people across departments, media, ministries, organizations, Sisters and others.

Live in community with other women, ages 21-35, seeking to grow and serve, just like you!  We have short- and long-term placements, 6-11 months. 

Benefits

Health coverage, Housing, Living allowance, Stipend, Student loan forbearance, Training

Additional Benefits

AmeriCorps Education Award opportunity may be available to eligible volunteers through an affiliated national organization. The St. Joseph Worker Program is deeply committed to the volunteers providing mentoring and training for personal and professional development centered around four core values: leadership as a woman, social justice, spirituality and community/simple living. Besides work experience our volunteers have the opportunity to develop and grow in spirituality in the spirit of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange. The program begins with a one to two week orientation to the program and placement site. Mentoring, educational and certification opportunities, monthly program day enrichment, and retreats help volunteers discover their strengths and passions and develop the skills and confidence to make their mark on the world.

Essential Values-Based Competencies:

• Dignity: Demonstrates competence in communication and interpersonal relations
• Excellence: Demonstrates competence in continuous improvement, continuous learning, accountability, and teamwork
• Service: Demonstrates competence in customer/patient focus and adaptability
• Justice: Demonstrates competence in community orientation and stewardship

Knowledge/Sills/Abilities

• Communication skills (reading/writing/public speaking)
• Self-Starter/Independent
• Team Spirit and cooperation
• Facilitation and leadership skills
• Ability to organize workload and compelling priorities
• Sensitive to cultural differences
• Treats information/data with confidentiality and security
• Microsoft Office