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Project Title: Partnership and Media coordinator

Project Type: In-person

Duration: 32 weeks (8 months) starting June 2024

Location: Tonto National Forest, Phoenix, Arizona

Housing: Must be secured by the intern/fellow. A housing stipend of up to $1,000 per month will be provided.

    

Project Background: The Tonto National Forest is stationed right outside of the Phoenix metro which creates an opportunity for engaging a large volume of partners and public. The Partnership and Media coordinator RA will be assisting both the Partnership Program Manager and the Public Affairs Specialists with a variety of projects and campaigns that help tell our story and highlight valuable partner work. Projects and priorities for this position include managing the Sonoran Insider collaborative effort, creating social media content, assisting with development of websites, producing materials for education and outreach purposes, event planning, building and maintaining partnerships, assisting with partnership agreements and projects, and other duties that will assist with the Forest Service mission and priorities.

Project Duties:

Sonoran Insider PM: Define metrics and measurables for influencers and create system on how to collect and integrate data. Create foundational documents and processes. Identify possible incentives and opportunities for ambassadors. Event planning, logistics, coordination. Searching for grants, funding, and partnership opportunities. (25%).

Partnership Coordinating: Assist with managing partnerships, building agreement packages, working with program managers to meet requirements, build relationships, attend and plan events, tabling, outreach, education.(25%)

Public Affairs: Assist with content creation, social media management, writing, design, photography, videography, editing, and any other related engagement opportunities.(20%)

Product Creation: Website development, flyers, brochures, outreach materials, educational materials, infographics, briefings, metric spreadsheets, calendars, and more. (25%) 

Resource Assistants (RAs) will work and communicate with a Hispanic Access Program Associate during their fellowship. Fellows will be expected to participate in scheduled conference calls, webinars, and meetings conducted throughout their term. Fellows will capture photos and/or videos for reporting purposes and submit 3-5 blog posts highlighting their experience and development. (5%)

Desired Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s or master’s Degree in writing, graphic design, business, public relations, communications, or data analytics. Skills in Adobe Creator Suite, photoshop, web design, InDesign, etc. preferred.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • US citizenship or permanent residency. Interns must undergo a government background check if selected.
  • Ages 17 and up
  • Must have a driver’s license
  • Bachelor's degree in Writing, Graphic Design, Business, Public Relations, Communications, or Data Analytics


Stipend + Benefits:

  • A biweekly stipend of $1,300 based on a 40-hour workweek
  • Monthly housing stipend up to $1,000 per month
  • Monthly commuting stipend up to $50
  • Health insurance coverage
  • Travel expenses paid to participate in orientation July 15, 2024 – July 19, 2024
  • Funds available to support professional development opportunities that align with role and goals (training, conference, etc.)
  • Direct Hire Authority Eligibility – after completing 960 hours, DHA status provides special non-competitive hiring status when applying for certain federal positions.

Application:
Hispanic Access Foundation (Hispanic Access) is managing the recruitment for these positions. All applications should be submitted through Hispanic Access' MANO Project application page. A resume and two references will be required for submission. Your application or resume should include professional and educational experience, along with any awards, technical skills or volunteer activities. Application questions or issues may be directed to Anastasia Elvira Hernandez, anastasia@hispanicaccess.org.

Applications for this position are due on Sunday, April 28, 2024 11:59 pm. Interviews are scheduled to take place between May 7 and May 9, 2024.

Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement:
Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process should contact Hispanic Access Foundation directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

US Forest Service Mission:
To sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the Nation’s forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations.

Hispanic Access Foundation Mission:
Hispanic Access Foundation (Hispanic Access) is a 501(c)(3) national nonprofit organization that connects Latinos and People of Color to partners and opportunities improving lives and creating an equitable society. Hispanic Access’s vision is that all Hispanics throughout the U.S. enjoy good physical health, a healthy natural environment, a quality education, economic success and civic engagement in their communities with the sum improving the future of America.