Community Engagement Intern at Vitalant in Memphis, Tennessee

Job Description:

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

 

Under direct supervision, this position is responsible for providing a learning opportunity in a field of study while helping to support the needs of the Memphis Vitalant donor recruitment team.  Vitalant is a  non-profit community blood bank that relies on volunteers to donate blood to save the lives of patients in Memphis area hospitals.  Interns may gain work experience as they assist the Community Affairs Manager, the Donor Recruitment Manager, the Communications Manager, and the Regional Director. 

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Performs all assigned duties in compliance with internal SOPs and external regulations. Brings compliance issues to the attention of management.

Ensures quality customer service to all customers.

Conduct local marketing research by gathering information through social media, local demographics or by direct contact with potential volunteers to determine strategies for improving donor recruitment and retention.

Assist with community presentations, events or outreach; prepare proposals.

Assist with the recruitment of volunteer blood drive coordinators; coordinate essential communications; innovate new ways to rebuild the volunteer blood donor base.

Assists with projects and assignments. 

Performs general clerical and administrative duties.

Creates and maintains records and reports for recording and monitoring department information.

Performs all other duties, at the discretion of management, as assigned. 

REQUIREMENTS:

 

Knowledge/ Education

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Enrolled in an educational institution required--majoring in business, marketing, communications, or a related field.

 

Licenses/ Certifications

None.

 

Experience

No experience required.

 

Skills/Abilities

Ability to work in a team environment.

Able to set priorities, organize and handle a variable workload. 

Must be self-motivated with good organizational skills.

Strong social media and communications skills (communications). 

Proficient personal computer skills.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION AT VITALANT

Vitalant is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace built on a foundation of respect, integrity, teamwork, and excellence. Through our DEI strategic plan, we create opportunities for employees of all backgrounds to feel valued, seen and heard. We believe this mission drives creativity and innovation, as employees experience an environment conducive to personal growth and career development.

COVID-19 POLICY

As an essential operation to the nation’s healthcare infrastructure and a science-based organization, Vitalant believes that being vaccinated helps provide protection and care for our employees, our donors, their families, and the broader community.  

Vitalant requires employee’s to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment. Individuals applying for this position should be prepared to comply with Vitalant’s Covid-19 vaccination policy unless an approved exemption exists prior to the start of employment. Compliance with Vitalant’s COVID-19 policy will require individuals to complete one of the following:

• Receive the first shot of a two-dose vaccination series to start employment, and the second shot of the series within 8 weeks of the first.


• Receive the first and final shot of a single-dose vaccination prior to the start of employment.

EEO including disability and veterans

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