Internships
Now accepting applications for Fall 2024!
We are accepting applications until the position is filled. To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter to Megan Prouty and Ashley Krois at mprouty@firstwitness.org and akrois@firstwitness.org
Job Description/Responsibilities:
- Job functions as an intern at First Witness may include, but are not limited to:
- Develop rapport and provide a safe space for children that come in for a forensic interview.
- Monitor forensic interviews
- Respond and support non offending caregivers with advocates during crisis interventions
- Attend prevention education, caregiver & professional presentations
- Fundraising and help with special events
- Marketing/social media
- Assist in data management as assigned by staff
- Office administration
- Other special tasks as assigned by staff
Students interested in, or majoring in, the following areas may benefit from a First Witness internship: social work, psychology, criminology, law enforcement, sociology, gender studies, child development, etc.
Employment
Fundraising & Community Engagement Coordinator
First Witness Child Advocacy Center
First Witness Child Advocacy Center is seeking a Fundraising & Community Engagement Coordinator to join the Operations Team. This Team handles the tasks needed to support First Witness’ mission and vision in our community and the programs that make achieving them possible.
To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to Madeline Kvale: mkvale@firstwitness.org
About First Witness
First Witness Child Advocacy Center (CAC) is a child-focused non-profit agency offering hope, healing, and justice for alleged victims of child abuse and their families. We provide forensically sound interviews for children, adolescents, and vulnerable adults who have reported sexual abuse, physical abuse, witnessed violence, or who may have been otherwise victimized. Our family advocates walk side by side with families as they move through the process of a child abuse allegation, building connections and helping them make informed decisions. First Witness is a nationally recognized training center, and trains forensic interviewers, family advocates, and other professionals throughout the US as well as children, families, and youth serving professionals in the St. Louis, Lake, and Carlton County regions.
Job Description
General Description
The Fundraising & Community Engagement Coordinator is a central figure in First Witness’ team and provides leadership and implementation in the administration, fund development, communication, event planning, and general operation of the organization.
The position requires a detail-oriented individual who can work well both in a team and independently in a fast-paced environment and build relationships in- and outside of the organization. The Fundraising & Community Engagement Coordinator must always be able to present a professional image while working with a variety of people from diverse backgrounds. Interest and desire to become an impactful professional is required.
The salary range for this position is $40,000-$42,000 annually; the final salary will be dependent on qualifications and experience. This position is an exempt 40 hour/week position, with most work hours taking place between 8:30am – 4:30pm Monday-Friday and occasional (1-2x month) evening and weekend hours for community events and board/committee meetings. First Witness offers full benefits (health, dental, life, long-term disability, and 401k employer contribution after a year of employment).
Responsibilities
Fundraising & Development
- Coordinate and implement annual fundraising campaigns (electronic and mailed) and events.
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- Holiday letter, annual report, Spring Splash, Fall Prevention Fundraiser
- Leadership of volunteer event committees.
- Solicitation of sponsorships and auction items.
- Maintain donor database in online CRM (Kindful); use database to record donations, generate acknowledgements, and track historical giving.
- Serve on agency fundraising committee and help develop organizational fundraising strategy.
- Provide administrative support to Executive Director.
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- Fundraising
- Board of directors
- Donor development
- Strategic plan
Community Engagement
- Coordinate and implement annual awareness events.
- Support First Witness’ Executive Director with board reports, board member volunteer engagement, and other tasks as needed.
- Attend community events to increase professional network and refine and enhance First Witness’ outreach.
- Support First Witness’ presence at program-focused community events.
Communication
- Lead First Witness social media including event outreach and visibility strategies.
- Manage the First Witness website, blog, and resources page.
- Assist Marketing Consultant & Graphic Designer on written communications including newsletters, brochures, blog posts, and fundraising appeals.
Operations
- Complete weekly bank deposit & record donations.
- Cross-train and perform administrative duties, including: filing, copying, sorting, office supply ordering, and mailing.
- Answer agency-wide phoneline and assist with scheduling child interviews according to ChildFirst© forensic interviewing guidelines.
General responsibilities
- Support a positive environment for families, team members, and all others who enter First Witness.
- Build positive community collaborations and relationships.
- Participate in personal development and professional training, especially in the realm of cultural humility.
- Assist in program coverage as needed.
- Present community presentations on First Witness’ work and mission as needed.
- Participate in staff meetings & retreats, team meetings, and board meetings.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Commitment to ending child abuse.
- Commitment to growth and learning about cultural humility.
- Commitment to serving all members of our community.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient in the use of various MS Office programs, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Sharepoint, and OneDrive.
- Knowledge and experience with social media: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.
- Knowledge of WordPress website management or a willingness to learn.
- Knowledge and experience with web-based CRM (Kindful) and web-based fundraising software (Givebutter), or willingness to learn.
- Knowledge and experience of Quickbooks Online or willingness to learn.
- Knowledge and experience in grant tracking software.
- Ability to prioritize, multi-task and follow through.
- Ability to concentrate in a fast-paced office environment and respond to a variety of needs throughout the day.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Demonstrated initiative and ability to learn quickly.
- Experience working in a team environment, willingness to pitch in when/where needed.
- Relevant life or work experience.
- AA degree
Preferred Qualifications:
- BA degree
- Crisis intervention skills.
- Volunteer engagement experience.