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Position Title:  Taking Heart/Ramadan Open House Series Intern

Position Description:  Taking Heart is a program which brings Muslims and non-Muslims together for conversation and food.  During the month of Ramadan, which will take place in July - August of 2013, a series of Taking Heart events are planned to coincide with Iftar meals at mosques in the area.  The intern will assist with organizing these events.

Primary Duties:

• Create and maintain social media about the events.
• Record minutes at steering committee meetings and distribute.
• Create publicity material such as bulletin announcements and fliers
• Run errands, pick up food, etc.
• Attend events and assist in registration.
• Collect and maintain lists of contacts and participants
• Help create materials such as maps, handouts, signs, etc.
• Check all material for accuracy
• Enter participants information into data base
• Other tasks as assigned.

Time Commitment:  Scheduling is flexible, but it is expected that the intern would dedicate 5 – 10 hours a week to the work. The internship is unpaid. The internship will run from June 2013 through August of 2013.

Qualifications:

• Background or coursework in Global or Comparative religion recommended
• Knowledge of Islam, or willingness to learn
• Comfort with use of various social media platforms
• Comfort with graphic design programs.
• Assertiveness, confidence, and a positive attitude
• Computer literacy with Microsoft Office, Filemaker Pro and internet use
• Ability to speak, read, and write fluently in English
• Ability to work independently and problem-solve
• Flexibility, good humor, and perseverance
• Reliable transportation to evening events in the metro area

Location: The internship is located at the Minnesota Council of Churches, at 122 W. Franklin Ave., Suite 100, Minneapolis, MN, 55404.  A computer station and phone can be available for scheduled times to work from the office.

To Apply:  Send letter and resume to Gail Anderson at gail.anderson@mnchurches.org.  For questions call Gail at 612-230-3210.