Urban Harvest STL is seeking a Communications & Events Assistant to support public and programmatic engagement through digital communications and fundraising events. The role works with the Communications and Development team on event planning, program needs and social media, with a focus on fall fundraising events, community agriculture distribution and social media content.
Responsibilities include coordinating communications with sponsors, partners, vendors and volunteers; supporting event planning; curating social media marketing and photo/video documentation; promoting programs and maintaining the social media calendar; creating content in Canva; and recording and editing farm video for Instagram and Facebook. Event duties also include supervising event volunteers and assisting with setup, check-in, food and drink service, and cleanup.
Urban Harvest STL grows produce across five urban farms in St. Louis and donates it to nonprofit partners serving communities with limited access to nutritious food. Ticketed events help fund its free produce distribution program.
Eligibility and schedule: Applicants must have an accepted Federal Work-Study award for the current academic year, be able to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, and commit 10 hours per week. Reliable transportation to event sites is required.
Compensation: $17.50 per hour. Federal Work-Study eligibility is required.
