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Story Time is a non-profit whose mission is to empower students in Southeast Africa by removing barriers to education and inspiring community partnerships. When you work with Story Time, you become a part of a global network of storytellers; you become what we like to call a Co-Author. We believe that everyone has a valuable story to tell and that sharing these stories creates a more connected world where everyone belongs.  By becoming a part of the story as a volunteer, you and your fellow Co-Authors bring the world one step closer to this vision.

We are currently looking to expand in many exciting ways and we are looking for a volunteer Business Development Manager to join our team.

 

Details:

Our new Business Development Manager will proactively develop and nurture relationships with key customers, stakeholders and influencers to strengthen our expanding work. He or she will also be responsible for maintaining and growing a portfolio of institutional and foundation grants, partnerships and general donation opportunities to support Story Time’s strategic plans.  

 

Responsibilities include:

Identifying and cultivating international and local grant prospects. Engage and support high-level networking, lead generation and research for large institutional opportunities. Manage a pipeline database to ensure prospects are aligned and sufficient to support organizational strategy and funding needs Lead process of writing, assembling and editing proposals Support the start-up of new projects once approved by funders to ensure clear articulation in grant management processes and smooth transition to program operations team. Capture learning from proposal processes to inform adjustments to processes and procedures

The skills you need to excel in this position include:

Strong communication and IT fluency Experience with Salesforce Ability to create and maintain new customer relationships Creative talents and the ability to solve tough problems Interest in non-profit work The ability to meet deadlines Skill in prioritizing and triaging obligations Attention to detail Excellent time management and organization Background in Sales and Marketing a plus

Story Time is a non-profit whose mission is to empower students in Southeast Africa by removing barriers to education and inspiring community partnerships. When you work with Story Time, you become a part of a global network of storytellers; you become what we like to call a Co-Author. We believe that everyone has a valuable story to tell and that sharing these stories creates a more connected world where everyone belongs.  By becoming a part of the story as a volunteer, you and your fellow Co-Authors bring the world one step closer to this vision.

We are currently looking to expand in many exciting ways and we are looking for Creative Writers to join our team.

 

Details:

If you are a skilled, empathetic, and creative writer who can research and explain complex concepts simply, if you are driven to problem solve and you care deeply about helping others, this volunteer opportunity may be of interest to you. Story Time is currently expanding and we are looking for writers to assist in creating blog content relating to our organization’s goals and the interests of our growing community of donors and volunteers. In this position, you will report to the Digital Media Strategist to collaborate in creating posts that resonate with our audience.

Responsibilities:

Write and maintain blog posts, content for other social media outlets, and static or printed materials Proficiency with Squarespace (Preferred, but not mandatory) Proficiency with Slack (Preferred) Communicate regularly with Social Media Strategist and Business Development Manager to confirm topics and formatting of content

 

The skills you need to excel in this position include:

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Gmail and Outlook Experience with SalesForce preferred Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated ability to speak and write clearly and persuasively Excellent organization, time management, and follow-up skills Outstanding judgement, sensitivity, and high discretion

 

If you're interested, please submit a cover letter, resume, and one-page writing sample to apply@storytimeedu.org.

 

Story Time is a non-profit whose mission is to empower students in Southeast Africa by removing barriers to education and inspiring community partnerships. When you work with Story Time, you become a part of a global network of storytellers; you become what we like to call a Co-Author. We believe that everyone has a valuable story to tell and that sharing these stories creates a more connected world where everyone belongs.  By becoming a part of the story as a volunteer, you and your fellow Co-Authors bring the world one step closer to this vision.

We are currently looking to expand in many exciting ways and we are looking for a volunteer Digital Media Strategist to join our team.

 

Details:

The Digital Media Strategist will work with the Business Development and Event Coordinator to shape campaign assets with analytic insights, and optimize for opportunities to enhance online fundraising campaigns. You will also be responsible for creating content and engaging new audiences via organic campaigns to support brand awareness, audience and engagement growth goals. The ideal candidate for this position will be comfortable with devising new social media strategies and relating a structured plan to the rest of the Story Time team, letting each department know how they can and should contribute to positive outcomes.

Responsibilities:

Strategize and execute multi-channel digital campaigns to build and engage audiences that support Story Time’s objectives. Advocate for audiences, helping Story Time to interpret metrics to improve user experiences across all digital touch points. Help us turn analytics and insights into action by bridging the gap between what we believe, what we know and what we should do as a result. Recommend actions to maximize campaign impact and improve user experience. Own and manage content editorial calendar and ensure brand consistency of messages across various networks. Create timely and engaging content optimized for platform use and intended audience across owned channels including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Pinterest. Monitor, analyze and report social media performance on weekly/monthly basis for successes and make recommendations for new opportunities. Build and nurture communities, and actively communicate and interact with our followers to increase their brand engagement in real-time. Build and manage relationships with influencers that drive content creation and brand awareness. Stay current with social media trends and tools – includes attending networking and educational events, reading blogs, and listening to podcasts. Assist in the promotion of fundraising campaigns.

The skills you need to excel in this position include:

A combination right- and left-brain thinker, who appreciates analytics as much as the creative process and brand strategy. Experience collaborating with creative and technical minds to elevate deliverables. Proven success in optimizing performance through effective use of analytics. Minimum of 2 years digital strategy experience, working with integrated digital campaigns across social, search, email and web properties. High Proficiency using but not limited to Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, Pinterest, blogging, review sites and more. Proficiency in using Salesforce preferred. Strong understanding of user-generated content management, content marketing and reputation management. Strong, professional written and verbal communication skills with an attention to detail. Strategic content creation and excellent writing skills, particularly as it relates to SEO. Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Exceptional time management skills. Ability to work remotely (and at the Twin Cities office 1-2 times per week if located in the Twin Cities).

 

If you're interested, please submit a cover letter and resume to apply@storytimeedu.org.

 

Story Time is a non-profit whose mission is to empower students in Southeast Africa by removing barriers to education and inspiring community partnerships. When you work with Story Time, you become a part of a global network of storytellers; you become what we like to call a Co-Author. We believe that everyone has a valuable story to tell and that sharing these stories creates a more connected world where everyone belongs.  By becoming a part of the story as a volunteer, you and your fellow Co-Authors bring the world one step closer to this vision.

We are currently looking to expand in many exciting ways and we are looking for an Event Coordinator to join our team.

 

Details:

Story Time is looking for a fundraising and events coordinator who can manage calendars, plan outreach and donor events, coordinate outreach materials, perform clerical duties and act as a point of contact for outside donors, media personnel and vendors. This person will work in collaboration with the Grant Manager and our Business Development Manager. This volunteer opportunity is ideal for someone with a deep commitment to social justice who thrives both in team settings and in independent work, is highly self-motivated, and able to organize, plan, prioritize, and execute multiple duties with minimal supervision.

A strong candidate has proven success organizing events and developing and implementing donor strategies, solid writing skills, strong attention to detail, and excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities:

Oversee pre-planning, invitations, staffing, materials, invites,venue coordination and post-event closeout. Act as the main point of contact for vendors, volunteers, and staff. Update donor database and coordinate mailings. Arrange venue setup, seating, storage and all other functional details. Formatting and confirm promotional content and materials. Determine, solicit and track appropriate sponsorship for events. Negotiate contract terms with vendors. Schedule first meetings with donors and staff members. Assist with event promotion.

 

The skills you need to excel in this position include:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills Background in events and fundraising Proficiency in SalesForce (Strongly preferred) Excellent follow up abilities with vendors and donors Proficient in Gmail, Google Docs and Microsoft Word Ability to create outreach materials Ability to manage time and work effectively

 

If you're interested, please submit a cover letter and resume to apply@storytimeedu.org.

 

Story Time is a non-profit whose mission is to empower students in Southeast Africa by removing barriers to education and inspiring community partnerships. When you work with Story Time, you become a part of a global network of storytellers; you become what we like to call a Co-Author. We believe that everyone has a valuable story to tell and that sharing these stories creates a more connected world where everyone belongs.  By becoming a part of the story as a volunteer, you and your fellow Co-Authors bring the world one step closer to this vision.

We are currently looking to expand in many exciting ways and we are looking for a volunteer Grant Manager to join our team.

 

Details:

The Grant Manager will lead the effective and efficient administration of a grants portfolio, throughout the entire post-award life-cycle, from planning, implementation, monitoring, sub-contract management and grant close-out procedures. He/she will provide expertise and leadership to post-award management requirements and work closely with the Legal Department to ensure compliance with all funder regulations, policies and procedures, as well as those of Story Time.  Additionally, the Grant Manager will act as the key relationship partner with Story Time and funders, and functions as the administrative lead and high-level project manager on all post-award matters.

Responsibilities:

Manage and support the grants requirement and implementation for Story Time Identify and develop strategies to optimize the grants administration process Perform relevant research to identify available grant opportunities and evaluate the results Directly involved in grant writing by coordinating with grant writers or coordinators Research for effective and authentic funding opportunities that have a lawful registration and proven track record, inline with Story Time’s donor vetting policy Oversee that grants are implemented according Story Time’s Mission and to the operational plan and financial needs of Story Time Work  with Business Development Manager to ensure proper coordination of fundraising work Keep the relevant staff informed about upcoming deadlines and deliverables, thereby ensuring smooth completion of work responsibilities Oversee the job of invoicing, accounting, reporting, and other administrative functions to ensure successful execution of grant process Prepare financial or budget plans and allocation along with the planning and Finance Department in accordance with each requirement Analyze the budget trends and make recommendations for cost control and reduction for various grants Provide detailed reports to the funders and the board of directors with respect to Story Time’s progress Monitor paperwork and other related documents connected with grant-funded programs Maintain records of all payments and receivables and prepare monthly records for all grant related activities

The skills you need to excel in this position include:

Excellent project management skills with experience in managing and supervising administrative projects Strong command over written and verbal communication Possess good knowledge of planning and strategizing financial and budgeting issues Ability to work within a team and provide support to the junior, international, and parallel-counterpart staff Ability to perform in cross-functional team approach and job responsibilities Experience with basic financial management skills including developing and monitoring budgets and financial reporting Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and produce quality results on time with attention to detail Proficient in using computers with related knowledge of software programs and Internet Experience with Salesforce Ability to work remotely (and at the Twin Cities office 1-2 times per week if located in the Twin Cities).

 

If you're interested, please submit a cover letter and resume to apply@storytimeedu.org.