Eagle Endowment Program Assistant (Student)(FWS)

American University • Washington, DC

2d • $18

About The Position

The Center for Leadership & Community Engagement (CLCE) is AU’s hub for engaging with the DMV through community outreach and civic action. We are seeking an organized, self-motivated, and passionate student to assist in coordinating programs that recognize and empower students involved in Community-Based work. Primarily, this role helps coordinate the Eagle Endowment for Public & Community Service. The Eagle Endowment differs from AU’s Endowment. It’s a unique program with a rich history. Founded in the aftermath of 9/11 by students, it became the first student-led Endowment in the USA! Recently, the Eagle Endowment won a grant competition and the title of “top college philanthropic organization in the USA”. The Eagle Endowment gives AU Students/Clubs grants of up to $1,000 (along with a year of mentorship) to make a lasting difference through social action projects. Since 2002, it’s responsible for over 120 projects, many of which are still creating positive impacts years later. Projects are rooted in Community-Based Research theory and applications involve a Needs Assessment and local partnerships to ensure that projects fulfil the intended impact. With direction from CLCE and the Assistant Director of Community-Based Learning, this position will manage the Eagle Endowment, including its funds, Advisory Council, projects, visibility, and impact reports. The ideal fit is a dedicated student who wants to build their leadership skills for multiple semesters by operating, in essence, a “foundation” that cultivates innovative and impactful projects from AU students. This year, the position will focus on capacity building. This includes recruiting and leading a committed Advisory Council of students, managing a ~$10k budget, and creating the foundation for a 25-year Anniversary Event along with a Greek Life Subgrants collaboration. They will work closely with a past Eagle Endowment Coordinator and a Co-Coordinator to set the vision and learn the ropes. Ideal candidates would be in this role for at least 2 years to build continuity.

Requirements

• Adept at using Excel, AI tools, Canva, Canvas, surveying tool (Qualtrics/MS Forms) and a project tool (ToDoist).
• Familiar with MS Outlook and Teams.
• Proactive and growth-oriented leader (enjoys strategizing, developing systems and timelines, comfortable delegating and analyzing data) who has a passion for Community Development.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
• Diligent, curious, and a quick learner.
• Experience managing a growing program with a team and budget for at least a year.
• Professionalism, reliability, and responsiveness with stakeholder communications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily operations, lead Advisory Council, execute grant cycles, oversee website and social media, manage budget and timeline for key initiatives.
• Create annual reports showcasing projects and be the public face of the Eagle Endowment at conferences, meetings, class presentations, alumni events, etc.
• Create partnerships to advance fundraising, resources for projects, and engagement with the Eagle Endowment grants and Council.
• Review grant applications, conduct interviews with applicants, and ensure grant recipients execute meaningful projects with integrity.

Benefits

• A close-knit team that cares about its mission: turning ideas into action and action into impact.
• A supervisor who will teach you “the how and why” during the first few months, then, enable you to lead multiple smaller projects and showcase your skills and build your resume.
• A leadership role where you will recruit a strong Council of students, manage meetings and timelines, and delegate responsibilities with the aim of scaling a mission-driven organization.
• Create strategic partnerships across Greek Life and Service-based clubs, along with alumni and corporate partners, to create direct impacts in local communities beyond philanthropy.
• Being the steward of a historic and prestigious organization meaningful to alumni and that has created turned innovative student ideas into lasting impacts for nearly 25 years.
• Develop multiple skills including public speaking, event organizing, organization development, program/project administration, grant writing, and leadership.
• Advance student projects using your creativity, problem solving, and networking.
• A job that engages you for multiple semesters and that grows with you.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed