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.

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

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%)