District 7 Office

Overview

SuccessLink will assign youth leaders and participants to the District 7 Office (Councilor Tania Fernandes-Anderson’s Office). Youth leaders will work remotely on Mondays and Thursdays, doing homework via Zoom with the assistance of a Youth Leader who is ready to help. They will also meet virtually and occasionally at City Hall for constituent projects. Youth will participate in District 7 office civic events such as town halls, in-person listening sessions, and other civic engagement activities/events as they arise. Additionally, youth will engage in civic workshops. The goal is to provide quality service to the constituents of District 7 while teaching office etiquette to young people, preparing them for the workforce and encouraging them to pursue opportunities in City Hall using their internship experience. Angie, the Youth Ambassador/Lead Supervisor, is on call during the listed times and available to the youth and leaders for any questions.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

- Complete homework (Hybrid- Fall) or outreach strategies to engage community members in important social issues (Outdoors- Summer.) - Assist in developing and implementing outreach strategies to engage community members in important social issues. - Research and analyze local policies, organizations and initiatives that impact our community, providing insights for advocacy efforts. - Work with the Director of Constituent Services to brainstorm collaborative efforts to drive innovative solutions for community challenges.

The Ideal Candidate for this Job

- Strong communication skills and enthusiasm for community engagement and social change. - Organizational abilities with a keen eye for detail and effective time management. - Comfortable working in a team-oriented environment and independently when required. - Familiarity with social media platforms and basic content creation skills. - A desire to learn about grassroots advocacy, community organizing, and civic participation.