ABOUT US

Youth ERA is an Oregon based non-profit that creates lasting positive change in the lives of young people and the systems that serve them. By uniting a diverse collective of young adults and organizations around innovative solutions, Youth Era impacts thousands each year.

The work we do is fueled by the unmatched dedication of our staff, the young people we serve, and the system partners we collaborate with who give their time and voices to empower young lives and improve our communities. Every day, our team creates positive change in a multitude of ways. Change happens when we support young people as they work to complete high school, find jobs, when we advocate for systems change, and so much more.

JOB SUMMARY

We are looking to hire an enthusiastic Brand Ambassador to assist with cultivating, building, and maintaining relationships with members of our community and target audience. The Brand Ambassador will work closely with our Uplift Event Coordinator to help promote Youth Era’s Uplift program.

As a successful candidate, you will be involved in increasing brand awareness and event attendance by promoting our services through various media channels. To excel in this role, you must have excellent communication and networking skills, as well as a passion for empowering and uplifting youth. Previous experience as a brand ambassador or similar role is strongly desired, as well as knowledge of sales and marketing principles.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Brand Ambassador - Temporary

Employment Type: Temporary - Full Time (40 hrs per week)

Location - Eugene, OR

Wage: $19 - $20 per hour DOE

PLEASE NOTE: This is a Temporary full-time, hourly, non-exempt position. This position is slotted to start as soon as possible with a contract end date of June 30, 2023 with the potential of contract renewal. Pay is $19- $20 per hour depending on experience

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Familiarizing yourself with the company’s mission, vision, and goals.
• Working closely with the Uplift Event Coordinator to help conceptualize marketing strategies and achieve goals.
• Answering event-related questions from potential clients and our community members.
• Network and build trusting relationships with potential clients, contractors, and as well as our stakeholders/community members.
• Generate youth sign-ups and participation in Youth Era events.
• Educating potential clients about our services and events.
• Building rapport with clients and community members
• Monitoring any feedback and escalating complaints to the marketing department.
• Tracking event metrics and campaign success
• Brainstorming ideas and participating in training and workshops.
• Maintaining a positive image of the brand at all times.

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  Degree or experience in Marketing or related field.
• Prior experience in a customer service environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Friendly, approachable, and outgoing personality.
• Adaptable with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to travel.

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  We value mental health and offer a generous paid time off program that includes a generous vacation accrual and up to 96 hours of sick time to be used for self-care and mental health purposes.
• 12 paid holidays a year and birthdays off
• 100% employer-paid, comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage with only $20 co-pays
• Menu subscriptions that Youth Era reimburses staff for (such as Audible, Hulu Plus, Costco, Spotify, Youtube Red, and Ipsy Box)

• Paid professional development opportunities and trainings

APPLICATION PROCESS:

YE has a two-tier interview process. Based on the pool of applicants, we will conduct an initial phone interview with our hiring specialist, and then the top candidates will be selected for secondary virtual interviews.

Please read the job post completely and thoroughly and reply with BOTH a cover letter and your resume. Please do not call to inquire. Position open until filled.

Please Note: All new hires will be required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or approved exemption.