The Youth Liaison at Council President Ruthzee Louijeune's office empowers Boston's young people by providing hands-on experience in city government while helping them develop crucial professional skills. This program serves as a bridge between city leadership and Boston's youth, ensuring their voices are heard in local government and preparing the next generation of civic leaders.
Program Model:
Direct mentorship under office staff Training in city services Exposure to city council operations and legislative processes Active participation in community outreach initiatives Core Responsibilities:
Constituent Services:
Answering and directing constituent calls Learning to track and follow up on constituent concerns Maintaining organized records of constituent interactions Supporting constituent case management Social Media and Communications:
Assisting with social media content creation Documenting community events and council activities Supporting the development of newsletters and updates Learning effective public communication strategies Event Planning and Support:
Helping organize community meetings and events Supporting logistics for constituent meet-and-greets Assisting with event promotion and outreach Participating in event setup and management Professional Development:
Training in office procedures and protocols Developing public speaking and presentation skills Enhancing professional writing and communication abilities Strengthening time management and organizational skills
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist with social media content creation - Document community events and council activities - Support the development of newsletters and updates - Learn effective public communication strategies
The Ideal Candidate for this Job:
- Assist with social media content creation - Document community events and council activities - Support the development of newsletters and updates - Learn effective public communication strategies
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