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SCWF seeks a dynamic self-starter to assist with our education and fundraising activities. This short-term position is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in various aspects of non-profit fundraising and virtual event planning, education program management, and habitat conservation work while working for a community-based non-profit organization. Most work will be done at our downtown Columbia headquarters, with potential for some remote work. Position will require occasional travel with personal vehicle (mileage reimbursed at national POV rate).
Responsibilities: Assist with fundraising events – data entry, auction item donation solicitations and pick-ups, and creating item descriptions and image files to an online auction platformProvide administrative support for education/outreach programs including logistics, organization, marketing, registrations, volunteers, and customer service - some of the programs the applicant will assist with include: Plishing, Palmetto Outdoor Women’s Retreat (POWR), Habitat programs, EcoLeaders, and moreAttend education classes and programs to assist instructor, and also to learn presentation skills and interpretive stylesLearn program information and study existing slideshow presentations to be able to present to groupsCreate engaging social media posts to communicate successful programs, advertise for future events, etc. Manage annual Photo Contest, communicating with participants and logging entriesRepresent SCWF at outreach and educational events and partner meetings (when available)Build appropriate interpersonal relationships with employees, peers, and donorsSupport all staff in clerical tasks and errands as requested
One of 52 state & territory affiliates of the National Wildlife Federation, the South Carolina Wildlife Federation (SCWF) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit and the oldest conservation organization in the state actively advocating for science-based conservation policy and producing high-quality education programs. SCWF’s mission is to conserve and restore South Carolina’s wildlife and wildlife habitat through education and advocacy. For more information, visit: www.scwf.org.
