YB Global Development & Communications VISTA- Bend

26-27 YB Global Development & Communications VISTA
- Bend, OR

Heart of Oregon Youth Build is a nonprofit organization serving opportunity youth by providing hands‑on job training, education, leadership development, and conservation‑based work experiences. Through Youth Build and related programs, participants earn credentials, build job skills, and gain real‑world experience while contributing to community improvement projects across Central Oregon. Candidates should have strong written and verbal communication skills, with an interest in marketing, communications, nonprofit work, or youth development.

The ideal applicant is organized, creative, and able to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines and maintaining attention to detail. Experience with social media platforms, content creation, basic data tracking, and tools such as Microsoft Office or Google Workspace is helpful but not required. Candidates should be comfortable gathering stories, analyzing engagement data, and developing clear, accessible messaging for diverse audiences.

Strong interpersonal skills are important for collaborating with staff, partners, and program participants. A commitment to community service, storytelling, and supporting opportunity youth is essential. This role is well‑suited for individuals interested in communications, public relations, nonprofit management, or community engagement careers.

The VISTA member will strengthen Heart of Oregon Youth Build’s communications and alumni engagement capacity by developing systems, content and tools that expand outreach and organizational impact. The member will create and manage an annual communications strategy and content calendar; producing social media content and tracking engagement metrics; and developing processes to collect and share participant stories, testimonials and program updates.

The member will design a centralized media kit with branding assets and create accessible outreach materials to increase program visibility. Other duties include researching alumni engagement best practices, developing newsletters and Linked In content templates, and maintaining alumni contact systems. The role includes supporting communications policy development, updating crisis communication and messaging guidelines, standardizing templates, and documenting workflows for consistency, efficiency, and sustainability.

• Living Allowance
• Childcare assistance if eligible
• Education award upon successful completion of service
• Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
• Training
• Stipend
• Health Coverage
• Relocation Allowance

• Permits working at another job during off hours
• Permits attendance at school during off hours

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• Youth Development
• Communications
• Writing/Editing
• Social Services
• Education
• Team Work
• Public Speaking