Intern
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Posted: Ongoing
Reporting to Executive Director / Director of Special Events. Assist the executive director, special events director(s) and special events coordinator(s) in the planning, implementation and evaluation of assigned events and other chapter programs. Develop and nurture relationships with key volunteers, donors and sponsors.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist with planning and logistics of events as assigned, Develop and produce event materials as needed, Work on special projects as assigned, Seek in-kind donations and auction items, Network with CF families, patients, volunteers and donors, Coordinate letters and mailings, Support volunteer recruitment initiative in chapter to recruit new leadership, Attend events as required and Assist with administrative duties as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
Strong interpersonal skills (verbal and written) necessary to communicate diplomatically and effectively with volunteers, donors and other staff members, and to provide information requiring courtesy and tact, Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize and stay organized to ensure timely and accurate work, Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access, Initiative, follow-through, sound and accurate judgment with an ability to support and explain reasoning for decisions, Strong professional ethics, which include approaching others in a tactful manner; reacting well under pressure; treating others with respect and consideration; dealing with confidential patient information; accepting responsibility for own actions; following through on commitments.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Reports directly to the executive director; reports indirectly to special event director or coordinator
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Intern Position Description
WORKING CONDITIONS
Travel to meetings and events as necessary, If related to internship duties, attend meetings and events (may involve evening / weekend hours), Must have access to reliable transportation and ability to travel to meetings or events at different locations, Use of computer required, Sitting, bending, reaching and walking, Ability to lift heavy objects (not to exceed 50 lbs.) for set-up of events.
DISCLAIMER
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements.Rev. 08/06
Contact: Stacey S. Smith
Senior Director of Special Events
Northern New England Chapter
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
114 Perimeter Road, Units G & H
Nashua, NH 03063
(p) 800-757-0203
(f) 603-598-8167
email: stsmith@cff.org
Web site: www.cff.org
Chapter Web site: http://www.cff.org/Chapters/newengland/