Strategic Partnerships & Storytelling Program Assistant (Nonprofit)

TL;DR

Strategic Partnerships & Storytelling Program Assistant (Nonprofit): Supporting efforts to strengthen services for survivors of trafficking by building community partnerships, securing in-kind goods and professional services, and expanding general operating support through local corporate and foundation outreach with an accent on relationship-building, strategic research, and ethical storytelling. Focus on elevating survivor voices and supporting other programs to strengthen fundraising and community awareness efforts.

Location: San Jose, CA USA. Weekly travel to office required.

Salary: 22.89 - 24.00 USD

Company

The hirify.global (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster.

What you will do

• Research and identify local businesses and service providers who can donate goods or professional services to support survivors of trafficking.
• Draft outreach emails and meeting requests to engage prospective partners.
• Research local corporations and foundations aligned with IRC’s mission.
• Conduct client interviews in partnership with program staff to gather strengths-based impact stories.
• Draft compelling narratives for donor communications, community outreach, and potential local media engagement to increase awareness.
• Develop, organize, and maintain a regional story bank categorized by program and theme.

Requirements

• Strong interest in nonprofit development, journalism, communications, public policy, or social justice.
• Passion for supporting refugees, immigrants, and survivors of trafficking.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interviewing skills or demonstrated interest in storytelling and narrative writing.
• Strong research and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with Canva, social media platforms, or digital storytelling tools is a plus

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid preferred, with occasional in-person meetings or community outreach events.
• Must have reliable internet and a workspace conducive to professional communication.
• Intern must use their own laptop/equipment.
• All positions are contingent upon clearing a background check at no cost to the applicant.
• We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits.