Part- Time Temporary CAP Programs Assistant

LatinoJustice PRLDEF • New York, NY

10d • $0 - $25 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Cesar A. Perales (CAP) Leadership Institute at LatinoJustice PRLDEF (LJP) is seeking a temporary assistant to support its programming. LJP is a civil rights and social justice organization with a long history of advocating for Latinx and other communities of color. The CAP Leadership Institute focuses on increasing the Latinx pipeline to law school, fostering civil rights awareness, and developing future Latino leaders. The programs are designed for students and professionals interested in the law school application process and financing. They offer practical exercises, exposure to legal professionals, and soft skills development to address challenges faced by Latinx and people of color in academic and professional settings. LJP's headquarters are located in New York City.

Requirements

• Proficiency with event, program and/or development tools, software, and CRMs, such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Outlook, DonorPerfect or similar programs, etc.
• Experience using Adobe and Canva or similar graphic design programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Enrollment in a bachelor’s degree program related to the work of the organization and/or a minimum of 1-2 years' experience organizing events and/or webinars.
• Strong ability to multitask, collaborate and respond quickly, appropriately, and with precision.
• Ability to perform duties with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal skills and initiative to meet organizational goals

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with subject areas related to LJP’s mission and goals and commitment to civil rights and the mission of the organization, strongly preferred.
• Ability to listen and communicate in an open, honest, and respectful manner with different audiences, promoting dialogue, and building consensus.
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus
• Non-profit experience a plus
• Experience working in racial justice organizations a plus

Responsibilities

• Organize, coordinate and provide comprehensive support for the presentation of education pipeline programmatic events, handling event logistics and details that include:
• Participate in internal team planning to finalize event content and run of show
• Calendaring, scheduling, preparing, and handling communications with event panelists, presenters, honorees, sponsors, participants, and program hosts
• Coordinating and facilitating registration and check-in process and tools
• Researching and presenting event venue options, procuring venue proposals, ensuring completion of contracts, and coordinating space needs
• Handle day-of event coordination
• Establish and maintain relationships with vendors and venues
• Design flyers using graphic design systems like Canva

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree