Community Development Resource Mapping Intern
 International Rescue Committee | |
 United States, New York, New York | |
| 122 East 42nd Street (Show on map) | |
 Dec 21, 2024 | |
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The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.
Job Overview
The Community Development Resource Mapping Intern, will further IRC efforts in the Resettlement, Asylum, and Integration (RAI) unit to build and harness key community resources and referrals and to foster the engagement initiatives of IRC US offices to assist clients better as they integrate into their new communities as well as support the communities that welcome them.
There is a critical need to cultivate and maintain community connections as IRC continues to serve the ongoing needs of arrivals in the US and also experiences heightened interest and opportunities for collaboration. The Community Development Resource Mapping Intern will support IRC program offices and partners to identify a broader set of community resources and referrals, develop resources to engage partnerships across the community, and build robust systems that ensure ongoing community support across resettlement programs.
SCOPE OF WORK: The intern will assist the Community Development Program Officer with various aspects of community resource research, tracking and updating existing resources, including community resource maps, and development of templates and other outreach materials
This position is unpaid and reports to the Community Development Program Officer.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Research Community Resources: Identify and gather information on necessary community resources relevant to the needs of IRC clients..Compile details such as services offered, target audiences, and contact information.
* Review Existing Resources: Assess and update the current list of resources to ensure accuracy and relevance. Check for outdated information and make necessary revisions or removals.
* Develop Email and other Outreach Templates: Create and design email templates for outreach to community resources.
* Contact Community Resources: Reach out to community resources to verify contact information, operating hours, and other pertinent details. Update records with the most current information and document any changes.
* Sync Community Resource Data with data dashboards: Integrate and synchronize community resource data from the Community Development trackers with data dashboards. Ensure data consistency and accuracy between the two platforms.
* Support Team with Research and Analysis: Assist in analyzing community resource data and generating reports or insights as needed. Provide support in gathering additional information or conducting follow-up research.
* Attend Team Meetings and Provide Updates: When available participate in team meetings to discuss progress, share findings, and address any challenges. Provide regular updates on the status of tasks and projects.
* Assist with Additional Tasks as Needed: Take on other related tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Resource Mapping Coordinator and others on the team. Be adaptable and willing to contribute to various aspects of the project or department.
REQUIREMENTS:
* Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree or recent graduate.
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook and Canva
* Proficient in or willing to learn Google My Maps
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Detail-oriented, organized, and reliable.
* Comfortable taking leadership role as appropriate.
This position is unpaid and reports to the Community Development Program Officer.
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