Reports to: Director of National Youth Programming
Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt
Location:Hybrid, commutes to Marin County 1x month (lives in broader San Francisco Bay Area)
Start Date: September 20, 2023

Application Deadline:  September 15,  2023

About Beyond Differences

Beyond Differences’ mission is to inspire and empower students nationwide to end social isolation and create a culture of belonging for everyone. Founded in 2010, Beyond Differences® is the leading expert and only organization in the United States singularly focused on ending social isolation and creating a culture of inclusion for youth. Beyond Differences is student-led and committed to empowering youth to become activists by helping them build awareness and leadership skills related to acceptance and belonging. We provide schools’ Transformative SEL curriculum to help end social isolation and loneliness and build community.

The National Youth Programs department is growing. Working both in-person and virtually, we are empowering youth by training them to write compelling curricula and engage in grassroots leadership. We are focusing on creating engaging and impactful social/emotional development, mental health, and wellness curriculum as well as an on-the-ground grassroots youth social justice leadership training

Position Overview

The National Youth Programs Associate is responsible for managing the daily operations of our programs serving young people across the nation and those who serve on our National Teen Board (NTB). Your work will have a direct impact on uplifting marginalized children across the nation. This position is a powerful combination of project management and direct service. You will play an essential role in building meaningful relationships with impassioned teen activists as well as be central to project managing the construction of social justice curriculum.

Ideally the National Youth Programs Associate will have a background in education/youth development (6-12th grade students) and project management. The Associate will have a high level of integrity, enthusiasm, and curiosity. You are dependable and enjoy working with youth to cultivate safe spaces for them to thrive. You excel in an environment where you can work both effectively independently and collaboratively with others. You are detail-oriented and have a “get things done” attitude.

A few reasons you will love this job:

1. Your role and fulfilling career path is at the forefront of transformative change; offering a unique opportunity to make a profound and lasting legacy advancing youth and social justice across the nation.
2. Surrounded by like-minded individuals, your ideas are valued when nurturing and uplifting young activists.
3. Your professional growth will be prioritized, with ample opportunities for learning and networking.
4. You will become part of the organization that first pioneered the fight to end social isolation in middle school.

Position Responsibilities:

National Teen Board & Curriculum Design

• Work directly online/in-person with young activists to coordinate the creation of SEL curriculum
• Manage multiple Google Classrooms
• Coordinate all messaging to the NTB on meetings, speaking events, and academies
• Manage the admissions process for new applicants
• Work directly with Director of National Youth Programs in the creation of all curricula
• Manage on-time delivery of NTB created/reviewed materials
• Oversee data collection and beta-test lessons before mass distribution
• Work with grants department to collect and report program outcomes

Activist Academy + Activist Accelerators

• Work directly with youth to ensure belonging and the establishment of a vibrant learning community
• Oversee all logistics of the planning and on-site execution of program
• Arrange all student travel in a timely manner and with great sensitivity
• Assure DEI for all students, staff and faculty attending these leadership training programs

Administrative

• Develop and create engaging content, branded images, and stories for email, website, and social media platforms consistent with our branding and centering student voice.
• Support in the design of all curricular support materials, including workbooks, lesson plans, and sideshows
• Manage department/communications calendar and collaborate with other departments
• Oversee and work with the Admin dept on all contracts with speakers, facilitators, and consultants
• Manage all shipments to teens and Activist Accelerator schools
• Track and record all metrics/data in Salesforce

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Candidate resides in broader San Francisco Bay Area (exceptions may be made for right candidate)
• Communications/marketing experience
• Program recruitment experience
• Bilingual in Spanish and/or Mandarin and/or Arabic
• Google Classroom experience
• Curriculum development experience

Essential Qualifications

• 3+ years of program management experience
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years of education and/or youth development experience, particularly within marginalized communities
• Strong, independent triage and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to change course and meet deadlines
• Professional and dedicated to serving as a role model to youth as well as a representative of the organization
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and people)
• Proficiency in hosting Zoom meetings/webinars
• Coordination/event planning experience

Work Environment

• Must be able to work remotely and have a healthy and quiet work-from-home area with reliable internet.
• Must be able to manually operate and use a computer and phone.
• Must be able to work at a computer for a prolonged period of time.
• Involves out-of-state travel (about 3-4x per year).
• Involves local travel to schools and/or program meetings, access to a vehicle may be required.
• Must reside in the broader San Francisco Bay Area and be able to commute to Marin County (San Rafael) when needed (average 1x per month).
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and be adaptable to changes (“start-up” type of department-expect changes).

Compensation & Benefits:

This is a full-time, 40-hour a week, non-exempt, at-will position with a 90-day new employee introductory period. The hourly rate range for this position is $31.25 to $32.69 per hour (towards an annual salary range of $65,000 to $68,000).

Beyond Differences also offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Full health insurance coverage (Kaiser, Silver HMO plan)
• 10 days paid vacation (increases after first year)
• Paid holidays and sick days
• Paid parental leave (after one year of employment)
• Access to 403(b) retirement plan (after one year of employment)
• Access to professional development stipend
• 10 days paid vacation (increases after first year)
• Paid holidays and sick days
• Paid parental leave (after one year of employment)
• Access to 403(b) retirement plan (after one year of employment)
• Access to professional development stipend

To Apply:

For immediate consideration, please forward your resume and a cover letter to sallym@beyonddifferences.org. And indicate your Name and National Youth Programs Associate in the subject line.

We thank you for your interest in career opportunities with Beyond Differences. Due to the high volume, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

Application Deadline: September 15, 2023

Beyond Differences® is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. A security background check will be included in the hiring process.

Reports to: Director of National Fundraising and External Affairs
Status: Part-time, Non-Exempt
Length: Temporary (up to 6 months), possible extension to full-time
Location: Remote
Start Date: September 2023

Application Deadline:  September 15,  2023

About Beyond Differences

“Engaging!”, “Collaborative and fun!”, “Supportive!”. That’s how our employees have described working for Beyond Differences®. Our mission is to inspire students to end social isolation and create a culture of belonging for everyone. Founded in 2010, Beyond Differences is the leading expert and only organization in the United States singularly focused on ending social isolation and creating a culture of inclusion for youth. Beyond Differences is student-led and committed to empowering youth to become activists by helping them build awareness and leadership skills related to acceptance and belonging. We provide schools with a transformative SEL curriculum to help end social isolation, loneliness, and build community. We have three national programs, Know Your Classmates®, Be Kind Online®, and notably No One Eats Alone®.

Position Overview

The Social Media Coordinator is responsible for promoting our programs and campaigns. The Social Media Coordinator will work closely with each department to create branded content and stories. This position needs a creative and organized storyteller with excellent communication skills. Beyond Differences utilizes Constant Contact to manage our social media communications. We have a following on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. The candidate must have knowledge and a presence on most of these platforms and/or can effectively master them.

Position Responsibilities:

• Develop and curate engaging content, branded images, and stories for social media platforms
• Maintain a unified brand voice across different social media
• Share/present new ideas for content creation at communications meetings
• Promote and engage with influencers and organizations that are related to Beyond Differences’ work and mission

Background Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience with B2C social media marketing or content development 1 year of working in the nonprofit or social good sector
• Advanced skill with Google G Suite (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, and Slides), Dropbox, Canva
• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Premier Pro) or equivalent digital media editing tools, a plus
• Passion for social media and proficiency with major social media platforms and management tools
• Ability to understand historical, current, and future trends in the digital content and social media space.
• Top-notch oral and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented approach with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines

Work Environment

• Must be able to work remotely
• Must be able to manually operate and use a computer and phone.
• Must be able to work at a computer for a prolonged period of time.
• Must have a healthy work-from-home area with reliable internet

Compensation & Benefits:

This is a part-time, up to 20 hours per week, at-will, 3-6 month contracted position (with possible extension). The hourly rate range for this position is $27-29/hour.

To Apply:

For immediate consideration, please forward your resume, cover letter, and references, with a summary of your interest and qualifications for this position to taylorfisher@beyonddifferences.org and indicate your name and “Social Media Coordinator” in the subject line.

We thank you for your interest in career opportunities with Beyond Differences. Due to the high volume, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

Application Deadline: September 15, 2023

Beyond Differences® is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. A security background check will be included in the hiring process.