Tuesday, October 22, 2013

Leadership Committee Positions

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We are excited to announce that we will be growing our Leadership Committee! Starting this fall, we’ll be adding three new positions: Social Media Chair, Event Coordinator, and Fundraising Chair. If you are interested in taking on a leadership position with AmeriCorps Alums, please submit a resume and message explaining why you are interested to our email: americorpsalumschicago@gmail.com. The deadline to apply is November 1st!



POSITION DESCRIPTIONS:


Social Media Chair
-       Maintain AmeriCorps Alums Chicago blog, Facebook page, and Twitter account
-       Increase presence across all social media
-       Help respond to chapter emails
-       Build email templates for use across AmeriCorps Alums functions
-       Strong writing skills required
-       Expertise in social media is a plus

Event Coordinator
-       Plan two big events per year based on group decision and input
-       Responsible for coordinating location, food, attendance (if necessary), and all other logistics of events
-       Working with Social Media chair to promote and market events
-       Must perform well against deadlines
-       People skills and timely, effective communication skills are essential

Fundraising Chair
-       Help increase chapter revenue by creating sustainable fundraising opportunities for the chapter
-       Work with Event Coordinator and Social Media Chair to schedule fundraising events, as needed
-       Experience in fundraising is a plus, but not required


Requirements for all Positions
-       1 year commitment to position
-       2-10 hours per week (higher hours during weeks prior to events)
-       Attend approximately 90% of all chapter events, including Leadership Committee meetings, happy hours, and all other events
-       This position is what you make it. Your energy and enthusiasm are appreciated, and your commitment to follow-through is imperative.
-       Our Leadership Committee works as a team, so please respect our established culture and help us work together to make AmeriCorps Alums Chicago great!