Job Details
Overview
Boys & Girls Clubs of America named "One of the Best Nonprofits to Work for in 2017, 2018 and 2019" Indeed.com
Boys & Girls Clubs of America works hard every day to make a difference in the lives of youth in communities all over the world. Our Clubs serve 4.3 million boys and girls, with over 4,700 Clubs at locations in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands -- and on domestic and international U.S. military bases. Club programs and services promote and enhance the development of young people by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging, and pride. Our mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.
LOCATION: Hybrid; In-person at 200 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington D.C.
SCHEDULE: Tuesday and Wednesday (16 hrs/week)
DURATION: May-August 2024
Learning Outcomes:
- Understanding the inner workings of a large non-profit
- How to execute and manage projects for senior executives
- How to build and manage meaningful relationships with key stakeholders to the benefit of the program and mission
- How to meet challenges, overcome obstacles, and work in a dynamic team environment
- How to develop stewardship and communication skills working with senior leadership
- How to manage and support large team and company events
Responsibilities
Possible Projects:
Operations
- Serve BGCA-hosted Washington, DC located events led by the Resource Development divisions of Events and Corporate Cause Partnership, as well as the Government Relations division.
- Support the Manager, Administration and Special Projects with managerial projects that will enhance the overall RD/GR team experience.
- Assist the Manager, Administration and Special Projects with booking official travel and processing reimbursements.
- Project manage the day-to-day Washington D.C. office operations, and assist in hosting top BGCA executives in the D.C. office.
- Contribute to the slide decks produced for the Chief Development & Public Affairs Officer for the monthly Resource Development Department Meetings, as well as Resource Development & Government Relations Quarterly Department Meetings.
- Process the Chief Development and Public Affairs Officer s Executive Agreement Letters to be distributed to major donors.
- Handle ICARE Awards for BGCA team members on a quarterly basis to contribute to furthering team morale.
- Support the Resource Development leadership team in preparation for the upcoming Board of Governors Meetings.
Other
- Receive mentoring and shadowing opportunities, as well as formal feedback.
- Demonstrate BGCA ICARE values and integrate them into your work environment, model them in the way that you work, and uphold those same values in others.
- Assist the Resource Development and Government Relations team with special projects as assigned.
- Adhere to organizational policies and procedures as described in BGCA's Intern Policy, Ethics Policy and elsewhere.
Qualifications
Education
Currently enrolled at an undergraduate university or college. Basic knowledge of American government. Interest in not-for-profit and youth development. Interest in corporate fundraising.
Experience
Experience using Microsoft Office suite, including Word and Excel. A track record of reliability, independent work, and creativity.
Skills
Self-motivation and ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Eagerness to learn. Strong interest in project management in not-for-profit environments. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to manage time appropriately. Ability to interact professionally with Congressional staffers, BGCA senior leadership, local Club leaders, and government officials. Applicants should demonstrate interest in Boys & Girls Clubs of America. Professional or business work casual environment.
Physical and Mental Requirements
Demonstrated ability in decision-making: selecting the most appropriate course of action in each situation; interpersonal skills: establishing personal and professional relationships among diverse internal and external publics; comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities.