SUMMARY:

Aspire Inc. seeks to strengthen its business development and operational capacity to drive sustainable, mission-aligned growth. This placement involves supporting outreach to social impact partners, tracking a partnership pipeline, and using project management tools, templates, and databases to monitor tasks, budgets, and timelines. Students will compile weekly outreach summaries, update project and account management trackers, assist with budget tracking and invoicing through monthly financial snapshots, plan and publish bi-weekly social content with engagement reports, organize client inquiry logs, and help draft proposals and monthly progress updates. The goal is to provide practical experience across partnership development, project operations, marketing, and financial administration in a consulting environment focused on community impact, diversity, and inclusion. By engaging in stakeholder engagement, pipeline tracking, financial reporting, and proposal development, students will help expand partnerships, improve operational efficiency, and maintain accurate records. Mentorship includes domain guidance, skills coaching, hands-on support, access to tools and templates, and regular check-ins with constructive feedback.

KEY AREAS OF SUPPORT:

• Support business development, project management, and financial administration activities for our company
• Lead outreach and engagement initiatives with stakeholders to foster partnerships and business growth.
• Utilize project management tools, templates, and databases to enhance operational efficiency and track marketing, financial, and account management tasks.
• Assist in strengthening our mission by supporting social impact organizations, focusing on community impact, diversity, and inclusion.

ACTIVITIES: May be split into a phased project approach

1. Business Development and Outreach:

• Outcomes: Increased partnerships and stronger relationships with key stakeholders, leading to expanded opportunities for clients and stakeholders.
• Deliverables:
• Developed business relationships with a minimum of 3 new organization social impact partners.
• Weekly outreach reports summarizing engagement efforts and progress.

2. Marketing and Social Media Engagement:

• Outcomes: Improved visibility and engagement on digital platforms, leading to a stronger brand presence and outreach efforts.
• Deliverables:
• Bi-weekly social media content planning and execution (posts, campaigns).
• Marketing reports tracking engagement metrics and social media reach.

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3. Project and Financial Management:

• Outcomes: Enhanced operational efficiency through the use of project management tools, effective budget tracking, and timely invoicing.
• Deliverables:
• Regularly updated project management templates for tracking tasks, budgets, and timelines.
• Monthly financial reports with accurate budget tracking and invoicing records

4. Administrative and Client Support:

• Outcomes: Efficient handling of administrative tasks such as correspondence, report generation, and database management.
• Deliverables:
• Organized client and consultant inquiry logs.
• Weekly updates on database maintenance and document management.

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5. Proposal Writing and Reporting:

• Outcomes: Timely and accurate creation of business proposals, reports, and other documentation to support projects and initiatives.
• Deliverables:
• At least two proposals developed for business development or community partnership opportunities.
• Monthly progress reports summarizing key achievements and areas for improvement.