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Northern Illinois Food Bank - Communications and HR
 
 
 
Along with our 800 network members, including food pantries, soup kitchens, shelters, schools, youth and senior sites, the Food Bank provides nutritious food for 71,500 different individuals weekly across 13 counties. Our 7,000 square mile service area stretches our staff to adequately build awareness of the need for hunger relief and engage supporters in every corner. With the help of VISTA team member’s, we will increase support to help us towards our strategic goal of providing 75 million meals by 2020 through volunteering and financial support.
 
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Member Duties : The Communications VISTA will improve and expand our communication abilities both internally and externally. This VISTA will collaborate with HR to support our employee newsletter, Around the Table, and develop strategies for improving communications between departments. This position also works with our communications team to develop tools and strategies for communicating with outside agencies and our network members. The Communications VISTA will also assist us with assessing our recording of media coverage both for the Food Bank and for our network partners. We are seeking applicants with a passion for helping the hungry, strong communication skills, the ability to work independently and a respect for volunteer commitment and dedication to their community. Transportation and a willingness to travel throughout the assigned area are required. VISTAs will gain experience in communications, marketing and working with a respected Food Bank and a range of non-profit organizations.
 
Program Benefits : Relocation Allowance ,  Training ,  Living Allowance ,  Health Coverage* ,  Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend ,  Childcare assistance if eligible . 
 
 
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorps.gov/members-volunteers/vista/benefits.
 
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours ,  Permits attendance at school during off hours ,  Car recommended . 
 
Service Areas :
Hunger ,  Community Outreach ,  Community and Economic Development . 
 
Skills :
Communications ,  Team Work ,  Public Speaking ,  Computers/Technology ,  Writing/Editing ,  General Skills . 
 
 
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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA
Program
Northern Illinois Food Bank - Communications and HR
Program Start/End Date
05/13/2020  -   05/13/2021
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
College graduate
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations ILLINOIS   Chicago  
Languages
English
Accepting Applications
From  01/22/2020  To  06/01/2020 
Contact Dawn Yarbrough
273 Dearborn Ct
Geneva   IL   60134
6304436910
dyarbrough@northernilfoodbank.org
solvehungertoday.org
Listing ID 71593

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