Advocacy Intern

Coming Soon!

The Education and Outreach Coordinator position is a vital part of Blue Ridge Pride’s core team, providing critical input and resources for the LGBTQIA+ community and allies. This is a public-facing role which at times operates in a fast-paced environment. FT salaried Monday-Friday hybrid office in North Asheville (2 days a week) and remote (3 days) and some weekend events. This position reports to the Executive Director.

Job Responsibilities:

●     Coordinate and implement our education efforts, including delivering and continuing to develop our Welcoming Spaces trainings for businesses, nonprofits and community groups.

●     Oversee our Generation Plus program, including Connections socials, Thrive educational seminars, volunteer coordination and grant reporting.

●     Events volunteer coordination (manage sign-ups, assign roles, provide training)

●     Oversee festival volunteers day-of

●     Assist Executive Director with outreach to organizations, community groups and businesses

●     Event/Outreach Support (Tabling, Swag Inventory, etc.)

●     Pride Portal support (entering and coordinating online resources and calendar)

●     Support Marketing team with social media for events

●     Assist Advocacy team with Get Out the Vote activities, as needed

●     Phone support (answer mainline and general email on assigned days)

●     Assistance with other responsibilities, as needed

Qualifications:

Required:

Active NC Driver’s License

Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience in training/teaching, or an equivalent of education and experience (for example, Associates and 5 years experience)

2 years of experience in community outreach

Ability to lift up to 30 lbs (for event equipment)

Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Ability to communicate effectively and kindly with a diverse population

Preferred:

3+ years of nonprofit program leadership

1+ year of experience in designing and/or implementing DEI trainings/programs