Volunteer

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YNPNdc is looking for creative, energetic, and enthusiastic volunteers to join our team. Check out the opportunities listed below and apply now.
If selected, volunteers will receive complimentary Membership for the duration of their volunteer service.

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Program Volunteer

Position Overview

The Programming Volunteer will be responsible for supporting the planning and execution of YNPNdc events, including monthly Happy Hour, bi-monthly Inner Circles and quarterly Everything You Ever Wanted to Know Series events. Other programming such as an annual dinner/conference and upcoming workshop series may be added.

  • YNPNdc is looking to expand beyond the traditional “networking” happy hours and incorporate programming to further engage attendees. This position will report to either the Director of Learning Programs, Director of Mentorship, or Director of Networking, and will be part of the Programs committee.

    Primary Responsibilities

  • Manage 3-4 events/year, which includes:
    • Securing event locations and setting up event logistics.
    • Managing the event on site, including registration setup and breakdown, and assigning responsibilities to attending Board members and volunteers.
    • If in a virtual environment, create Zoom meeting and manage Zoom meeting logistics.
    • Provide event details to the Communications team for marketing.
    • Create basic program materials, as needed.
    • Work with the Treasurer to reconcile any contract/financial items from the vendor.
    • Send pre- and post- event communications to registrants.
    • Follow-up on post event details and feedback with the Communications team.
  • Suggest programming ideas to Directors of Networking Programs, Mentorship Programs and Learning Programs.

    Secondary Responsibilities

    • Serve as a programming facilitator for some events, as needed.
    • Provide input to the Programs and Membership committees on how to utilize the events to address member needs and interest. 

     

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Interest in event planning and logistics.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    • Strong interpersonal and customer relation skills.
    • Open to learning basic database functionality.
    • Interested in the nonprofit field and YNPNdc’s mission and vision.
    • Ability to dedicate time to the position and organization (4-5 hours per month – may include onsite and virtual event attendance, program committee meetings, and event logistics time).
    • 12-month volunteer term commitment

Social Media Manager

Position Overview

YNPNdc has two Social Media Managers who are responsible for overseeing YNPNdc’s social media strategy, including managing social media posts that promote YNPNdc’s brand, events, and resources and engage with the Greater Washington nonprofit community. This position will report to the Director of Communications and will be part of the Communications Committee. 

Primary Responsibilities

  • Manage and oversee Facebook and Instagram social media content (including the YNPNdc LinkedIn Group)
  • Work closely with Twitter and LinkedIn social media manager, as well as the Communications Director to develop and implement a social media strategy
  • Collaborate across committees to share relevant resources, events, and programs
  • Communicate with YNPNdc members, nonprofit professionals and influencers via social media to create a strong network
  • Monitor social media analytics and make recommendations to increase engagement

Secondary Responsibilities

  • Provide graphic design support as needed
  • Generate quarterly social media report for the Communications Committee
  • Ensure all social media posts follow best practice

Preferred Qualifications

  • Interested in the non-profit field and YNPNdc’s mission and vision.
  • Strong writing and editing skills.
  • Strong ability to focus, listen deeply, and create space for open conversation and learning.
  • Commitment to personal and professional growth.
  • Ability to dedicate time to the position and organization (5-10 hours per month).
  • 12-month volunteer term commitment.

Graphic  Designer

Position Overview

The Graphic Designer is responsible for overseeing all asset creation, management, and distribution for maximum impact and reach of YNPNdc communications. The position will develop the overall design concept and production for all communications and marketing materials, including one-pagers, email/social/web graphics, and other advertisements. This position will report to the Communications Director and be a part of the Communications Committee.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Create visual concepts, by hand or using computer software, to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, or captivate YNPNdc members and new audiences.
  • Manage creation and design of all graphic art elements (print, digital, and social) for YNPNdc communications, including brand, program, and fundraising initiatives.
  • Maintain YNPNdc brand integrity by regulating the use of logos, messaging, and imagery, upholding brand identity and quality.
  • Work closely with the communications committee to align design concepts with digital media and marketing strategies.
 

Secondary Responsibilities

  • Serve as creative production liaison to the programs and fundraising committees.
  • Provide guidance on design content for web, email and social.
  • Ensure all graphic design elements follow best practice.
  • Maintain brand and logo consistency with sponsors, partners, and events.
 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Passion for YNPNdc’s mission and vision.
  • Proficiency in design programs such as Canva and Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Knowledge of typography, color and production.
  • Strong ability to focus, listen deeply, and create space for open conversation and learning.
  • Commitment to personal and professional growth.
  • Interested in the non-profit field and YNPNdc’s mission and vision
  • Ability to dedicate time to the position and organization (5-10 hours/month) 
  • 12-month volunteer term commitment

Photographer/Videographer

Position Overview

The Photographer/Videographer is responsible for creating and editing photo and video content for communications channels. The position will be responsible for taking photos and video at YNPNdc events as well as editing these items for maximum impact and reach of YNPNdc communications and marketing.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Take photos and video at YNPNdc events (approximately three per month)
  • Create photo and video content for all communications channels
  • Maintain a library of images and clips for communications and marketing purposes
 

Secondary Responsibilities

  • Create a media management system
  • Collaborate with the Communications team to meet communications media needs
 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of photo and video design software
  • Experience with Canva
  • Photography and videography experience preferred
  • Interested in the non-profit field and YNPNdc’s mission and vision
  • Ability to dedicate time to the position and organization (5-10 hours per month)
  • 12-month volunteer term commitment

Digital Marketing Manager

Position Overview

The Digital Marketing Manager is responsible for overseeing YNPNdc’s digital marketing strategy, including managing emails, newsletters and other marketing materials that promote YNPNdc’s brand, events, and resources. This position will report to the Communications Director and be a part of the Communications Committee.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Manage email campaigns and communicate YNPNdc brand through email marketing
  • Create and curate content for all email campaigns
  • Analyze current email marketing campaigns and make recommendations for improvement
  • Create and manage web pages for events
  • Work closely with the Communications Director to develop and implement a CRM strategy
  • Serve as the communications liaison to the Programs Committee

Secondary Responsibilities

  • Provide website and design support as needed
  • Generate monthly reports on email and marketing campaigns for Communications Committee
  • Ensure all digital communications follow best practice
  • Maintain brand consistency 
  • 12-month volunteer term commitment

Website Manager

Position Overview

The Website Manager is responsible for overseeing YNPNdc’s website strategy, and the creation and maintenance of web pages and other web content. This position will collaborate closely with the Content Manager to help tell the story of YNPN online, especially through the blog. 

Primary Responsibilities
  • Manage and develop all website content for YNPNdc.org
  • Create and curate shareable content for YNPNdc.org (including the blog)
  • Work closely with Communications Director to develop and manage editorial calendar for all web content (including editorial and production workflow for the blog)
  • Monitor web analytics and make recommendations based on SEO best practice
  • Coordinate with communications team for blog promotion on social media and in email blasts
  • Serve as communications liaison to the Fundraising Committee
Secondary Responsibilities
  • Provide guidance on marketing content for the web, such as event pages, calls for applications, promotions, surveys, etc.
  • Generate monthly reports on web analytics for Communications Committee
  • Design graphics to accompany blog posts as needed
  • Ensure all editorial content follows best practice
  • Maintain brand consistency
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with Content Management Systems (WordPress preferred)
  • Strong writing and editing skills
  • Strong ability to focus, listen deeply, and create space for open conversation and learning
  • Commitment to personal and professional growth
  • Interested in the nonprofit field and YNPNdc’s mission and vision
  • Ability to dedicate time to the position and organization (5-10 hours per month)
  • 12-month volunteer term commitment

Content Manager

Position Overview

The Content Manager is responsible for overseeing YNPNdc’s online content strategy, leading the  writing and editing of blog posts, as well as curating content from other sources to share with YNPNdc members.

 

Primary Responsibilities

  • Create and publish at least one post per month for YNPNdc’s blog
  • Solicit and edit blog posts by other YNPNdc volunteers and board members
  • Create an organization-wide editorial calendar
  • Curate content and resources for distribution to our members

Secondary Responsibilities

  • Provide support for the Website Manager when necessary
  • Support creation of the content strategy with the Director of Communications

Preferred Qualifications

  • Excellent blog writing skills
  • Knowledge of SEO
  • Basic knowledge of CMS
  • Interested in the non-profit field and YNPNdc’s mission and vision
  • Ability to dedicate time to the position and organization (5-10 hours/month)
  • 12-month volunteer term commitment