Communications Student Assistant, Equity for Children

The New School

New York, NY

Part Time

Intern

35k-35k

10 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

Position Information Position Availability: Immediately Position Title: Communications Student Assistant, Equity for Children Location: New York City Department: SPE/Int'l Affairs Curriculum Equity for Children/Equidad para la Infancia (EFC), a center within the Studley Graduate Program in International Affairs (SGPIA), is a pioneer and leader in the movement for equity through direct action and support of initiatives and programs that advance the agenda of children's rights and wellbeing. We work to advance equity for children by creating and disseminating research about policies affecting the most underserved populations and programs that raise innovative solutions. Founded in 2006 by SGPIA Professor Alberto Minujin at The New School, the program provides a global knowledge acquisition tool for policymakers, academics, students, practitioners and all those working to better the lives of children in need.

Key Responsibilities

Research and post relevant articles and information on EFC Social Media (Facebook, Twitter and Linked In) at least three times a week
Help with specific dissemination strategies on social media (i.e. for new research or an event)
Track number of hits, users, likes, followers, friends and other metrics on a regular basis (once a week or month)
Propose strategies to improve social media presence
Tweet and post EFC website content to drive followers to websites
Collect and compile monthly metrics from the website and mass mailing tool to evaluate outreach and communications campaigns
Provide metrics analysis to pull out recommendations and best practices to increase traffic and outreach
Assist with design for flyers, posters or other documents (i.e. fundraising materials), as needed
Assist with documenting events for the EFC website, including live posting via social media, taking photos and notes (most likely once every 2-3 months)

Requirements

Commitment to work for the agreed hours and days and have a strong sense of responsibility
Interest in children's rights
Experience in outreach and communications (preferred)
Verbal and written fluency in English and preferably also in Spanish
Be tech savvy and have proven experience with WordPress, HTML; social media: Facebook, Twitter and Instagram
Basic knowledge of graphic design (Adobe Creative Suite package)
Basic knowledge of mass mailing tools (preferred)
Ability to undertake multiple tasks in a timely manner

Nice to Have

Experience with WordPress
Experience with HTML
Experience with social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram
Basic knowledge of graphic design and Adobe Creative Suite
Basic knowledge of mass mailing tools

Qualifications

Interest in children's rights
Experience in outreach and communications (preferred)
Verbal and written fluency in English and preferably also in Spanish
Proven experience with WordPress, HTML; social media platforms
Basic knowledge of graphic design and mass mailing tools

Benefits & Perks

Federal Work Study funds for this post are subject to approval by the New School
Hybrid work mode with primarily remote work and occasional on-campus presence with advanced notice
Hourly rate: $17/hr

Working at The New School

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.

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